Great Western Trail vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Great Western Trail
⭐ 8.3# 14💰 $65👤 2-4
Great Western Trail puts players in the role of cattle ranchers driving their herd from Texas to Kansas City. Players manage their hand of cattle cards, hire staff, build buildings, and upgrade their train to transport cattle efficiently. The game features a unique multi-use card system and a dynamic rondel-style action selection.
American WestEconomicTrains
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
⭐ 7.5# 239💰 $55👤 2-5
Dead of Winter is a cooperative survival game set in a zombie apocalypse. Each player leads a colony of survivors, completing personal and group objectives. The Crossroads system triggers story events that change the game. A traitor mechanic adds suspicion and tension.
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Great Western Trail | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 14 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2016 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 65 | 55 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 120 |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.68 ✓ | 3.03 |
Great Western Trail wins in 4 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 3 categories.
Great Western Trail — Time Estimates
2-Player Game90 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game150 min
Full table experience
Learning Session150 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Great Western Trail
Categories
American WestEconomicTrains
Mechanics
Deck ConstructionHand ManagementIncomeMulti-Use CardsOpen DraftingRondelSet CollectionWorker Placement
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Categories
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingHand ManagementHidden RolesRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameTeam-Based GameTraitor GameVariable Player PowersVoting
Rating Comparison
Great Western Trail8.3
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Great Western Trail or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Great Western Trail has a rating of 8.3, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. Great Western Trail is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Great Western Trail or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Great Western Trail costs approximately $65 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game costs approximately $55. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Great Western Trail or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Great Western Trail supports 2-4 players and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports 2-5 players. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports more players.
Is Great Western Trail or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Great Western Trail has a complexity weight of 3.68 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Great Western Trail is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Great Western Trail or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Great Western Trail takes about 120 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the quicker game.