Terraforming Mars vs Root
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Terraforming Mars
In Terraforming Mars, players take on the role of corporations working together to terraform the planet Mars. Players compete for victory points while raising temperature, creating oxygen, and covering the planet with water. Each player manages their own corporation, playing project cards that represent technologies, infrastructure, or events.
Root
Root is an asymmetrical game where players take on different woodland factions with completely different play styles. The Marquise de Cat rules the forest, the Eyrie Dynasties seeks to reclaim their throne, the Woodland Alliance plots revolution, and the Vagabond plays both sides. Each faction has its own victory condition and unique mechanics.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Terraforming Mars | Root |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 4 ✓ | 19 |
| Rating | 8.4 ✓ | 8.1 |
| Year Published | 2016 ✓ | 2018 |
| Price | 50 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 5 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 60 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.24 | 3.68 ✓ |
Terraforming Mars wins in 6 categories, Root wins in 3 categories.