Scythe vs Betrayal at House on the Hill

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Scythe

Scythe

⭐ 8.3# 7💰 $75👤 1-5

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.

EconomicFarmingScience FictionTerritory Building
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

SpecScytheBetrayal at House on the Hill
BGG Rank7 ✓664
Rating8.3 ✓7
Year Published20162004 ✓
Price7540 ✓
Min Players1 ✓3
Max Players56 ✓
Play Time (min)11560 ✓
Min Age1412 ✓
Complexity (1-5)3.44 ✓2.06

Scythe wins in 4 categories, Betrayal at House on the Hill wins in 5 categories.

Scythe — Time Estimates

1-Player Game90 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game115 min
Full table experience
Learning Session133 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

Scythe

Categories
EconomicFarmingScience FictionTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsArea Majority / InfluenceAsymmetric Starting PositionsCard DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementHexagon GridModular BoardVariable Player Powers

Betrayal at House on the Hill

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

Rating Comparison

Scythe8.3
Betrayal at House on the Hill7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Scythe or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Scythe has a rating of 8.3, while Betrayal at House on the Hill has 7. Scythe is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Scythe or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Scythe costs approximately $75 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, Scythe or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Scythe supports 1-5 players and Betrayal at House on the Hill supports 3-6 players. Betrayal at House on the Hill supports more players.
Is Scythe or Betrayal at House on the Hill more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Scythe has a complexity weight of 3.44 and Betrayal at House on the Hill has 2.06. Scythe is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Scythe or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Scythe takes about 115 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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