Scythe vs The Castles of Burgundy

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
The Castles of Burgundy

The Castles of Burgundy

⭐ 8.2# 10💰 $35👤 2-4

The Castles of Burgundy is a tile-based strategy game set in medieval France. Players take on the roles of princes and princesses building their own estates by acquiring and placing tiles representing different types of buildings, farms, and waterways. The game is known for its deep strategy using dice as action points.

EconomicMedievalTerritory Building

Specification Comparison

SpecScytheThe Castles of Burgundy
BGG Rank7 ✓10
Rating8.3 ✓8.2
Year Published20162011 ✓
Price7535 ✓
Min Players1 ✓2
Max Players5 ✓4
Play Time (min)11590 ✓
Min Age1412 ✓
Complexity (1-5)3.44 ✓3.02

Scythe wins in 5 categories, The Castles of Burgundy wins in 4 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)

The Castles of Burgundy — 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)

Category & Mechanic Comparison

Scythe

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

The Castles of Burgundy

Categories
EconomicMedievalTerritory Building
Mechanics
Dice RollingDice as Action PointsHexagon GridIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTile Placement

Rating Comparison

Scythe8.3
The Castles of Burgundy8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Scythe or The Castles of Burgundy?
Scythe has a rating of 8.3, while The Castles of Burgundy has 8.2. Scythe is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Scythe or The Castles of Burgundy?
Scythe costs approximately $75 and The Castles of Burgundy costs approximately $35. The Castles of Burgundy is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Scythe or The Castles of Burgundy?
Scythe supports 1-5 players and The Castles of Burgundy supports 2-4 players. Scythe supports more players.
Is Scythe or The Castles of Burgundy more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Scythe has a complexity weight of 3.44 and The Castles of Burgundy has 3.02. Scythe is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Scythe or The Castles of Burgundy?
Scythe takes about 115 minutes to play, while The Castles of Burgundy takes about 90 minutes. The Castles of Burgundy is the quicker game.

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