Gloomhaven vs Betrayal at House on the Hill

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Gloomhaven

Gloomhaven

⭐ 8.8# 1💰 $140👤 1-4

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.

AdventureFantasyFightingCooperative Play
Betrayal at House on the Hill

Betrayal at House on the Hill

⭐ 7# 664💰 $40👤 3-6

Betrayal at House on the Hill is a cooperative game with a twist. Players explore a haunted mansion, room by room, until one player turns traitor. The haunts are different each game, drawn from 50 possible scenarios. Before the haunt, everyone works together; after, it's a race for survival.

AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror

Specification Comparison

SpecGloomhavenBetrayal at House on the Hill
BGG Rank1 ✓664
Rating8.8 ✓7
Year Published20172004 ✓
Price14040 ✓
Min Players1 ✓3
Max Players46 ✓
Play Time (min)6060
Min Age1212
Complexity (1-5)3.84 ✓2.06

Gloomhaven wins in 4 categories, Betrayal at House on the Hill wins in 3 categories.

Gloomhaven — Time Estimates

1-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

Betrayal at House on the Hill — Time Estimates

3-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game60 min
Full table experience
Learning Session90 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

Category & Mechanic Comparison

Gloomhaven

Categories
AdventureFantasyFightingCooperative PlayLegacy
Mechanics
Action QueueCampaign / Battle Card DrivenCooperative PlayDeck ConstructionHand ManagementLegacyModular BoardRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameSimultaneous Action SelectionVariable Player Powers

Betrayal at House on the Hill

Categories
AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingModular BoardRole PlayingTeam-Based GameTile PlacementTraitor GameVariable Player Powers

Rating Comparison

Gloomhaven8.8
Betrayal at House on the Hill7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Gloomhaven or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Gloomhaven has a rating of 8.8, while Betrayal at House on the Hill has 7. Gloomhaven is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Gloomhaven or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Gloomhaven costs approximately $140 and Betrayal at House on the Hill costs approximately $40. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Gloomhaven or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Gloomhaven supports 1-4 players and Betrayal at House on the Hill supports 3-6 players. Betrayal at House on the Hill supports more players.
Is Gloomhaven or Betrayal at House on the Hill more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Gloomhaven has a complexity weight of 3.84 and Betrayal at House on the Hill has 2.06. Gloomhaven is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Gloomhaven or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Gloomhaven takes about 60 minutes to play, while Betrayal at House on the Hill takes about 60 minutes. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the quicker game.

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