Gloomhaven vs Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

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
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

⭐ 7.7# 63💰 $50👤 2-4

Clank! combines deck-building with dungeon crawling. Players explore a dragon's lair, collecting treasures and artifacts while trying not to make too much noise (clank!). The game features a unique push-your-luck element where careless players attract the dragon's attention and risk getting eaten.

AdventureFantasyScience Fiction

Specification Comparison

SpecGloomhavenClank!: A Deck-Building Adventure
BGG Rank1 ✓63
Rating8.8 ✓7.7
Year Published20172016 ✓
Price14050 ✓
Min Players1 ✓2
Max Players44
Play Time (min)6060
Min Age1212
Complexity (1-5)3.84 ✓2.31

Gloomhaven wins in 4 categories, Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure wins in 2 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)

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure — Time Estimates

2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game60 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 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

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Categories
AdventureFantasyScience Fiction
Mechanics
Deck ConstructionDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingHand ManagementModular BoardPush Your Luck

Rating Comparison

Gloomhaven8.8
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Gloomhaven or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
Gloomhaven has a rating of 8.8, while Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure has 7.7. Gloomhaven is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Gloomhaven or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
Gloomhaven costs approximately $140 and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure costs approximately $50. Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Gloomhaven or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
Gloomhaven supports 1-4 players and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure supports 2-4 players. Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure supports more players.
Is Gloomhaven or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Gloomhaven has a complexity weight of 3.84 and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure has 2.31. Gloomhaven is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Gloomhaven or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
Gloomhaven takes about 60 minutes to play, while Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure takes about 60 minutes. Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure is the quicker game.

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