Root vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Side by side comparison of two top board games
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
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 | Root | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 19 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 8.1 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 60 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.68 ✓ | 3.03 |
Root wins in 5 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 2 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)
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
Root
Categories
AnimalsFantasyWargame
Mechanics
Action PointsArea Majority / InfluenceAsymmetric Starting PositionsCard DraftingDice RollingHand ManagementModular BoardPoint-to-Point MovementVariable Player PowersVariable Set-up
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
Root8.1
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Root or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Root has a rating of 8.1, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. Root is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Root or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Root costs approximately $55 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, Root or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Root 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 Root or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Root has a complexity weight of 3.68 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Root is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Root or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Root takes about 60 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. Root is the quicker game.