Gloomhaven vs Star Wars: Rebellion
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.
Star Wars: Rebellion
Star Wars: Rebellion is a strategy game in which the Galactic Empire seeks to crush the Rebel Alliance, while the Rebels try to ignite a rebellion across the galaxy. One player commands the Imperial forces, while the other leads the Rebel Alliance. The game uses a unique system of hidden movement and deduction as the Rebels move their base while the Empire searches for it.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Gloomhaven | Star Wars: Rebellion |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 1 ✓ | 6 |
| Rating | 8.8 ✓ | 8.4 |
| Year Published | 2017 | 2016 ✓ |
| Price | 140 | 90 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 60 ✓ | 180 |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.84 ✓ | 3.73 |
Gloomhaven wins in 6 categories, Star Wars: Rebellion wins in 2 categories.