Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization vs Viticulture

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization

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
Viticulture

Viticulture

⭐ 7.9# 38💰 $45👤 1-6

Viticulture is a worker placement game where players run their own Italian vineyard. Players plant vines, harvest grapes, make wine, and fulfill orders. The game features a unique visitor card system that offers temporary bonuses. The Essential Edition streamlined the original and added new content.

EconomicFarmingTerritory Building

Specification Comparison

SpecThrough the Ages: A New Story of CivilizationViticulture
BGG Rank5 ✓38
Rating8.3 ✓7.9
Year Published20152013 ✓
Price5545 ✓
Min Players21 ✓
Max Players46 ✓
Play Time (min)12090 ✓
Min Age1413 ✓
Complexity (1-5)4.19 ✓2.82

Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization wins in 3 categories, Viticulture wins in 6 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)

Viticulture — Time Estimates

1-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 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

Viticulture

Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement

Rating Comparison

Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization8.3
Viticulture7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Viticulture?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a rating of 8.3, while Viticulture has 7.9. 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 Viticulture?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization costs approximately $55 and Viticulture costs approximately $45. Viticulture is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Viticulture?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization supports 2-4 players and Viticulture supports 1-6 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization or Viticulture more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization has a complexity weight of 4.19 and Viticulture has 2.82. 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 Viticulture?
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization takes about 120 minutes to play, while Viticulture takes about 90 minutes. Viticulture is the quicker game.

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