Gloomhaven vs Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
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.
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 is a cooperative game where your team of disease-fighting specialists must cure four deadly diseases before they overwhelm the world. As you play, the game evolves - characters gain new abilities, cities can fall into ruin, and the story unfolds based on your actions. Each success or failure permanently changes the game, creating a unique experience for your group.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Gloomhaven | Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Rating | 8.8 ✓ | 8.6 |
| Year Published | 2017 | 2015 ✓ |
| Price | 140 | 60 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 60 | 60 |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.84 ✓ | 2.83 |
Gloomhaven wins in 5 categories, Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 wins in 2 categories.