Spirit Island vs Viticulture
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Spirit Island
⭐ 8.4# 11💰 $65👤 1-4
Spirit Island is a cooperative game where players are spirits defending their island from invading colonizers. Unlike most cooperative games where players are the underdog, here players grow increasingly powerful as the game progresses. Each spirit has unique powers and abilities, offering high replayability.
FantasyFightingMythologyTerritory Building
Viticulture
⭐ 7.9# 38💰 $45👤 1-6
Viticulture is a worker placement game where players run their own Italian vineyard. Players plant vines, harvest grapes, make wine, and fulfill orders. The game features a unique visitor card system that offers temporary bonuses. The Essential Edition streamlined the original and added new content.
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Spirit Island | Viticulture |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 11 ✓ | 38 |
| Rating | 8.4 ✓ | 7.9 |
| Year Published | 2017 | 2013 ✓ |
| Price | 65 | 45 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 | 1 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 90 ✓ |
| Min Age | 13 | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.06 ✓ | 2.82 |
Spirit Island wins in 3 categories, Viticulture wins in 4 categories.
Spirit Island — Time Estimates
1-Player Game90 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session135 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Viticulture — Time Estimates
1-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Spirit Island
Categories
FantasyFightingMythologyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsAction QueueArea Majority / InfluenceCooperative PlayHand ManagementModular BoardSimultaneous Action SelectionVariable Player Powers
Viticulture
Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
Rating Comparison
Spirit Island8.4
Viticulture7.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Spirit Island or Viticulture?
Spirit Island has a rating of 8.4, while Viticulture has 7.9. Spirit Island is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Spirit Island or Viticulture?
Spirit Island costs approximately $65 and Viticulture costs approximately $45. Viticulture is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Spirit Island or Viticulture?
Spirit Island supports 1-4 players and Viticulture supports 1-6 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is Spirit Island or Viticulture more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Spirit Island has a complexity weight of 4.06 and Viticulture has 2.82. Spirit Island is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Spirit Island or Viticulture?
Spirit Island takes about 120 minutes to play, while Viticulture takes about 90 minutes. Viticulture is the quicker game.