Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization vs The Quacks of Quedlinburg
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
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
⭐ 7.7# 67💰 $35👤 2-4
The Quacks of Quedlinburg is a push-your-luck game where players brew potions by drawing ingredients from their bags. Each ingredient has different effects, and players must decide when to stop drawing before their potion explodes. The game features variable player powers and a unique bag-building mechanism.
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization | The Quacks of Quedlinburg |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 5 ✓ | 67 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 7.7 |
| Year Published | 2015 ✓ | 2018 |
| Price | 55 | 35 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 45 ✓ |
| Min Age | 14 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.19 ✓ | 1.96 |
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization wins in 4 categories, The Quacks of Quedlinburg wins in 3 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)
The Quacks of Quedlinburg — Time Estimates
2-Player Game45 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game45 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 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
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
Categories
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Mechanics
Deck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingOpen DraftingPush Your LuckVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization8.3
The Quacks of Quedlinburg7.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a rating of 8.3, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 7.7. 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 The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization costs approximately $55 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg costs approximately $35. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization supports 2-4 players and The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports 2-4 players. The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports more players.
Is Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or The Quacks of Quedlinburg more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a complexity weight of 4.19 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 1.96. 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 The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization takes about 120 minutes to play, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg takes about 45 minutes. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the quicker game.
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