Scythe vs The Resistance: Avalon
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.
The Resistance: Avalon
The Resistance: Avalon is a social deduction game where players are Knights of the Round Table on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Hidden among them are spies working for Mordred. Players debate, accuse, and vote to determine who goes on missions. This hidden-identity game is all about reading players and building trust.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Scythe | The Resistance: Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 7 ✓ | 146 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 7.6 |
| Year Published | 2016 | 2012 ✓ |
| Price | 75 | 20 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 5 |
| Max Players | 5 | 10 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 115 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 14 | 13 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.44 ✓ | 1.77 |
Scythe wins in 4 categories, The Resistance: Avalon wins in 5 categories.