Splendor vs Betrayal at House on the Hill
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Splendor
⭐ 7.5# 207💰 $35👤 2-4
Splendor is a fast-paced gem-collecting game where players take on the role of Renaissance merchants. Players collect gem tokens to purchase development cards, which provide permanent bonuses and prestige points. The game is easy to learn and plays quickly, making it an ideal gateway game for new board gamers.
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
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
| Spec | Splendor | Betrayal at House on the Hill |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 207 ✓ | 664 |
| Rating | 7.5 ✓ | 7 |
| Year Published | 2014 | 2004 ✓ |
| Price | 35 ✓ | 40 |
| Min Players | 2 ✓ | 3 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 30 ✓ | 60 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 12 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.79 | 2.06 ✓ |
Splendor wins in 6 categories, Betrayal at House on the Hill wins in 3 categories.
Splendor — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 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
Splendor
Categories
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Mechanics
Card DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet Collection
Betrayal at House on the Hill
Categories
AdventureExplorationFantasyHorror
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingModular BoardRole PlayingTeam-Based GameTile PlacementTraitor GameVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Splendor7.5
Betrayal at House on the Hill7
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Splendor or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Splendor has a rating of 7.5, while Betrayal at House on the Hill has 7. Splendor is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Splendor or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Splendor costs approximately $35 and Betrayal at House on the Hill costs approximately $40. Splendor is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Splendor or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Splendor supports 2-4 players and Betrayal at House on the Hill supports 3-6 players. Betrayal at House on the Hill supports more players.
Is Splendor or Betrayal at House on the Hill more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Splendor has a complexity weight of 1.79 and Betrayal at House on the Hill has 2.06. Betrayal at House on the Hill is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Splendor or Betrayal at House on the Hill?
Splendor takes about 30 minutes to play, while Betrayal at House on the Hill takes about 60 minutes. Splendor is the quicker game.