Splendor vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
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
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
⭐ 7.5# 239💰 $55👤 2-5
Dead of Winter is a cooperative survival game set in a zombie apocalypse. Each player leads a colony of survivors, completing personal and group objectives. The Crossroads system triggers story events that change the game. A traitor mechanic adds suspicion and tension.
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Splendor | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 207 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2014 | 2014 |
| Price | 35 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 30 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.79 | 3.03 ✓ |
Splendor wins in 4 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 2 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)
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Splendor
Categories
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Mechanics
Card DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet Collection
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Categories
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingHand ManagementHidden RolesRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameTeam-Based GameTraitor GameVariable Player PowersVoting
Rating Comparison
Splendor7.5
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Splendor or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Splendor has a rating of 7.5, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Splendor or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Splendor costs approximately $35 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game costs approximately $55. Splendor is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Splendor or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Splendor supports 2-4 players and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports 2-5 players. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports more players.
Is Splendor or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Splendor has a complexity weight of 1.79 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Splendor or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Splendor takes about 30 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. Splendor is the quicker game.