Terraforming Mars vs Wingspan
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.
Wingspan
Wingspan is a strategy game about birds. Players are bird enthusiasts collecting birds for their wildlife preserves. Each bird played adds to a player's engine, generating food, eggs, or card draws. The game features 170 unique bird cards, each with its own habitat preference and special ability. Beautiful artwork and a relaxing pace make it accessible to all.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Terraforming Mars | Wingspan |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 4 ✓ | 23 |
| Rating | 8.4 ✓ | 8 |
| Year Published | 2016 ✓ | 2019 |
| Price | 50 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 1 | 1 |
| Max Players | 5 | 5 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 60 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.24 ✓ | 2.58 |
Terraforming Mars wins in 5 categories, Wingspan wins in 2 categories.