Gloomhaven vs 7 Wonders
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Gloomhaven
Gloomhaven is a game of tactical combat in a persistent world of shifting motives. Players take on the role of wandering mercenaries with their own specializations, goals, and personal stories. Each scenario in Gloomhaven presents a new challenge, and players must work together to overcome enemies and obstacles. Between scenarios, players improve their characters by gaining new abilities, items, and perks. The game also features a legacy-style component where choices made in one scenario affect future scenarios.
7 Wonders
7 Wonders is a card drafting game where players build ancient civilizations by constructing Wonders of the World. Each player manages a civilization through three ages, choosing cards that provide resources, military strength, scientific advances, or civic structures. The game supports up to 7 players and plays quickly.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Gloomhaven | 7 Wonders |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 1 ✓ | 45 |
| Rating | 8.8 ✓ | 7.8 |
| Year Published | 2017 | 2010 ✓ |
| Price | 140 | 40 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 7 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 60 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.84 ✓ | 2.33 |
Gloomhaven wins in 4 categories, 7 Wonders wins in 5 categories.