Scythe vs 7 Wonders Duel
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Scythe
Scythe is an engine-building game set in an alternate-history 1920s Europe. Players control factions seeking power and influence through economic development, area control, and combat. Each player builds their economic engine by constructing buildings, farming resources, and deploying mechs. The game features a unique combat system and beautiful artwork.
7 Wonders Duel
7 Wonders Duel adapts the classic 7 Wonders for two players. Players build their civilizations by drafting cards from a pyramid-shaped display. The game introduces new victory conditions: military domination or scientific superiority, in addition to the standard score-based victory. Tense, fast, and deeply strategic.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Scythe | 7 Wonders Duel |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 7 ✓ | 17 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 8.1 |
| Year Published | 2016 | 2015 ✓ |
| Price | 75 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 5 ✓ | 2 |
| Play Time (min) | 115 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 14 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.44 ✓ | 2.28 |
Scythe wins in 5 categories, 7 Wonders Duel wins in 4 categories.