Root vs Betrayal at House on the Hill

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Root

Root

⭐ 8.1# 19💰 $55👤 2-4

Root is an asymmetrical game where players take on different woodland factions with completely different play styles. The Marquise de Cat rules the forest, the Eyrie Dynasties seeks to reclaim their throne, the Woodland Alliance plots revolution, and the Vagabond plays both sides. Each faction has its own victory condition and unique mechanics.

AnimalsFantasyWargame
Betrayal at House on the Hill

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

SpecRootBetrayal at House on the Hill
BGG Rank19 ✓664
Rating8.1 ✓7
Year Published20182004 ✓
Price5540 ✓
Min Players2 ✓3
Max Players46 ✓
Play Time (min)6060
Min Age10 ✓12
Complexity (1-5)3.68 ✓2.06

Root wins in 5 categories, Betrayal at House on the Hill wins in 3 categories.

Root — Time Estimates

2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 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

Root

Categories
AnimalsFantasyWargame
Mechanics
Action PointsArea Majority / InfluenceAsymmetric Starting PositionsCard DraftingDice RollingHand ManagementModular BoardPoint-to-Point MovementVariable Player PowersVariable Set-up

Betrayal at House on the Hill

Categories
AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingModular BoardRole PlayingTeam-Based GameTile PlacementTraitor GameVariable Player Powers

Rating Comparison

Root8.1
Betrayal at House on the Hill7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Root or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Root has a rating of 8.1, while Betrayal at House on the Hill has 7. Root is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Root or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Root costs approximately $55 and Betrayal at House on the Hill costs approximately $40. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Root or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Root 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 Root or Betrayal at House on the Hill more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Root has a complexity weight of 3.68 and Betrayal at House on the Hill has 2.06. Root is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Root or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Root takes about 60 minutes to play, while Betrayal at House on the Hill takes about 60 minutes. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the quicker game.

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