The Quacks of Quedlinburg vs Betrayal at House on the Hill
Side by side comparison of two top board games
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
⭐ 7.7# 67💰 $35👤 2-4
The Quacks of Quedlinburg is a push-your-luck game where players brew potions by drawing ingredients from their bags. Each ingredient has different effects, and players must decide when to stop drawing before their potion explodes. The game features variable player powers and a unique bag-building mechanism.
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Betrayal at House on the Hill
⭐ 7# 664💰 $40👤 3-6
Betrayal at House on the Hill is a cooperative game with a twist. Players explore a haunted mansion, room by room, until one player turns traitor. The haunts are different each game, drawn from 50 possible scenarios. Before the haunt, everyone works together; after, it's a race for survival.
AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror
Specification Comparison
| Spec | The Quacks of Quedlinburg | Betrayal at House on the Hill |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 67 ✓ | 664 |
| Rating | 7.7 ✓ | 7 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2004 ✓ |
| Price | 35 ✓ | 40 |
| Min Players | 2 ✓ | 3 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 45 ✓ | 60 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 12 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.96 | 2.06 ✓ |
The Quacks of Quedlinburg wins in 6 categories, Betrayal at House on the Hill wins in 3 categories.
The Quacks of Quedlinburg — Time Estimates
2-Player Game45 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game45 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Betrayal at House on the Hill — Time Estimates
3-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game60 min
Full table experience
Learning Session90 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
Categories
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Mechanics
Deck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingOpen DraftingPush Your LuckVariable Player Powers
Betrayal at House on the Hill
Categories
AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingModular BoardRole PlayingTeam-Based GameTile PlacementTraitor GameVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
The Quacks of Quedlinburg7.7
Betrayal at House on the Hill7
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg has a rating of 7.7, while Betrayal at House on the Hill has 7. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg costs approximately $35 and Betrayal at House on the Hill costs approximately $40. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports 2-4 players and Betrayal at House on the Hill supports 3-6 players. Betrayal at House on the Hill supports more players.
Is The Quacks of Quedlinburg or Betrayal at House on the Hill more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Quacks of Quedlinburg has a complexity weight of 1.96 and Betrayal at House on the Hill has 2.06. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg takes about 45 minutes to play, while Betrayal at House on the Hill takes about 60 minutes. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the quicker game.