Puerto Rico vs Great Western Trail
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a classic strategy game where players take on the roles of plantation owners in colonial Puerto Rico. Players grow crops, construct buildings, and ship goods back to Europe. The game features a unique role-selection mechanic where each turn, players choose roles that benefit both themselves and others, creating deep strategic decisions.
Great Western Trail
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.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Puerto Rico | Great Western Trail |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 8 ✓ | 14 |
| Rating | 8 | 8.3 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2002 ✓ | 2016 |
| Price | 40 ✓ | 65 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 5 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 120 |
| Min Age | 12 | 12 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.27 | 3.68 ✓ |
Puerto Rico wins in 4 categories, Great Western Trail wins in 2 categories.