Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization vs Wingspan
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.
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 | Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization | Wingspan |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 5 ✓ | 23 |
| Rating | 8.3 ✓ | 8 |
| Year Published | 2015 ✓ | 2019 |
| Price | 55 | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 1 ✓ |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 60 ✓ |
| Min Age | 14 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 4.19 ✓ | 2.58 |
Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization wins in 4 categories, Wingspan wins in 4 categories.