Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization
⭐ 8.3# 5💰 $55👤 2-4
Through the Ages is a civilization-building game that takes players from the dawn of civilization to the modern age. Players manage resources, develop technologies, build wonders, and lead their civilization through three ages of history. The game features a unique card-driven system where each decision has long-term consequences.
CivilizationEconomic
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 | Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 5 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 120 |
| Min Age | 14 | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.19 ✓ | 3.03 |
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization wins in 3 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 2 categories.
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization — Time Estimates
2-Player Game120 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game240 min
Full table experience
Learning Session210 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
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization
Categories
CivilizationEconomic
Mechanics
Action DraftingCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTimerTurn Order: ProgressiveVariable Phase Order
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
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization8.3
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a rating of 8.3, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization costs approximately $55 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game costs approximately $55. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization 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 Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a complexity weight of 4.19 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization takes about 120 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the quicker game.
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