Splendor vs King of Tokyo
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
King of Tokyo
⭐ 7.1# 533💰 $30👤 2-6
King of Tokyo is a fast-paced dice game where players take on the roles of giant monsters competing to become the King of Tokyo. Roll dice to attack, heal, or earn victory points. The last monster standing - or the first to score 20 victory points - wins. Easy to learn and always exciting.
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Splendor | King of Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 207 ✓ | 533 |
| Rating | 7.5 ✓ | 7.1 |
| Year Published | 2014 | 2011 ✓ |
| Price | 35 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 30 | 30 |
| Min Age | 10 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.79 ✓ | 1.56 |
Splendor wins in 3 categories, King of Tokyo wins in 4 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)
King of Tokyo — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Splendor
Categories
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Mechanics
Card DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet Collection
King of Tokyo
Categories
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Mechanics
Dice RollingHot PotatoIncomeKill StealOpen DraftingPush Your LuckRe-rolling and LockingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Splendor7.5
King of Tokyo7.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Splendor or King of Tokyo?
Splendor has a rating of 7.5, while King of Tokyo has 7.1. Splendor is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Splendor or King of Tokyo?
Splendor costs approximately $35 and King of Tokyo costs approximately $30. King of Tokyo is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Splendor or King of Tokyo?
Splendor supports 2-4 players and King of Tokyo supports 2-6 players. King of Tokyo supports more players.
Is Splendor or King of Tokyo more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Splendor has a complexity weight of 1.79 and King of Tokyo has 1.56. Splendor is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Splendor or King of Tokyo?
Splendor takes about 30 minutes to play, while King of Tokyo takes about 30 minutes. King of Tokyo is the quicker game.