The Quacks of Quedlinburg vs King of Tokyo
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
King of Tokyo
⭐ 7.1# 533💰 $30👤 2-6
King of Tokyo is a fast-paced dice game where players take on the roles of giant monsters competing to become the King of Tokyo. Roll dice to attack, heal, or earn victory points. The last monster standing - or the first to score 20 victory points - wins. Easy to learn and always exciting.
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Specification Comparison
| Spec | The Quacks of Quedlinburg | King of Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 67 ✓ | 533 |
| Rating | 7.7 ✓ | 7.1 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2011 ✓ |
| Price | 35 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 45 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 10 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.96 ✓ | 1.56 |
The Quacks of Quedlinburg wins in 3 categories, King of Tokyo wins in 5 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)
King of Tokyo — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 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
King of Tokyo
Categories
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Mechanics
Dice RollingHot PotatoIncomeKill StealOpen DraftingPush Your LuckRe-rolling and LockingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
The Quacks of Quedlinburg7.7
King of Tokyo7.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or King of Tokyo?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg has a rating of 7.7, while King of Tokyo has 7.1. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or King of Tokyo?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg costs approximately $35 and King of Tokyo costs approximately $30. King of Tokyo is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or King of Tokyo?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports 2-4 players and King of Tokyo supports 2-6 players. King of Tokyo supports more players.
Is The Quacks of Quedlinburg or King of Tokyo more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Quacks of Quedlinburg has a complexity weight of 1.96 and King of Tokyo has 1.56. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Quacks of Quedlinburg or King of Tokyo?
The Quacks of Quedlinburg takes about 45 minutes to play, while King of Tokyo takes about 30 minutes. King of Tokyo is the quicker game.