Food Chain Magnate vs 7 Wonders Duel
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Food Chain Magnate
⭐ 8.1# 20💰 $95👤 2-5
Food Chain Magnate is a deep strategy game where players run fast-food empires. Players hire staff, manage resources, set prices, and advertise to attract customers. The game features a unique card-based management system and a dynamic market where prices and demand fluctuate based on player actions.
EconomicFoodTerritory Building
7 Wonders Duel
⭐ 8.1# 17💰 $30👤 2-2
7 Wonders Duel adapts the classic 7 Wonders for two players. Players build their civilizations by drafting cards from a pyramid-shaped display. The game introduces new victory conditions: military domination or scientific superiority, in addition to the standard score-based victory. Tense, fast, and deeply strategic.
AncientCard GameCivilization
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Food Chain Magnate | 7 Wonders Duel |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 20 | 17 ✓ |
| Rating | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2015 |
| Price | 95 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 5 ✓ | 2 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 14 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.25 ✓ | 2.28 |
Food Chain Magnate wins in 2 categories, 7 Wonders Duel wins in 4 categories.
Food Chain Magnate — Time Estimates
2-Player Game120 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game240 min
Full table experience
Learning Session210 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
7 Wonders Duel — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
2-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Food Chain Magnate
Categories
EconomicFoodTerritory Building
Mechanics
Card DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeMap DeformationMarketModular BoardTile PlacementTurn Order: Claim Action
7 Wonders Duel
Categories
AncientCard GameCivilization
Mechanics
Card DraftingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet CollectionSimultaneous Action Selection
Rating Comparison
Food Chain Magnate8.1
7 Wonders Duel8.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Food Chain Magnate or 7 Wonders Duel?
Food Chain Magnate has a rating of 8.1, while 7 Wonders Duel has 8.1. 7 Wonders Duel is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Food Chain Magnate or 7 Wonders Duel?
Food Chain Magnate costs approximately $95 and 7 Wonders Duel costs approximately $30. 7 Wonders Duel is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Food Chain Magnate or 7 Wonders Duel?
Food Chain Magnate supports 2-5 players and 7 Wonders Duel supports 2-2 players. Food Chain Magnate supports more players.
Is Food Chain Magnate or 7 Wonders Duel more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Food Chain Magnate has a complexity weight of 4.25 and 7 Wonders Duel has 2.28. Food Chain Magnate is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Food Chain Magnate or 7 Wonders Duel?
Food Chain Magnate takes about 120 minutes to play, while 7 Wonders Duel takes about 30 minutes. 7 Wonders Duel is the quicker game.