Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization vs Puerto Rico
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization
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.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a classic strategy game where players take on the roles of plantation owners in colonial Puerto Rico. Players grow crops, construct buildings, and ship goods back to Europe. The game features a unique role-selection mechanic where each turn, players choose roles that benefit both themselves and others, creating deep strategic decisions.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization | Puerto Rico |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 5 ✓ | 8 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 8 |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2002 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 40 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 120 |
| Min Age | 14 | 12 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.19 ✓ | 3.27 |
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization wins in 3 categories, Puerto Rico wins in 4 categories.