Viticulture vs King of Tokyo
Side by side comparison of two top board games
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
King of Tokyo
⭐ 7.1# 533💰 $30👤 2-6
King of Tokyo is a fast-paced dice game where players take on the roles of giant monsters competing to become the King of Tokyo. Roll dice to attack, heal, or earn victory points. The last monster standing - or the first to score 20 victory points - wins. Easy to learn and always exciting.
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Viticulture | King of Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 38 ✓ | 533 |
| Rating | 7.9 ✓ | 7.1 |
| Year Published | 2013 | 2011 ✓ |
| Price | 45 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 6 | 6 |
| Play Time (min) | 90 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 13 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.82 ✓ | 1.56 |
Viticulture wins in 4 categories, King of Tokyo wins in 4 categories.
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)
King of Tokyo — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Viticulture
Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
King of Tokyo
Categories
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Mechanics
Dice RollingHot PotatoIncomeKill StealOpen DraftingPush Your LuckRe-rolling and LockingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Viticulture7.9
King of Tokyo7.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Viticulture or King of Tokyo?
Viticulture has a rating of 7.9, while King of Tokyo has 7.1. Viticulture is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Viticulture or King of Tokyo?
Viticulture costs approximately $45 and King of Tokyo costs approximately $30. King of Tokyo is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Viticulture or King of Tokyo?
Viticulture supports 1-6 players and King of Tokyo supports 2-6 players. King of Tokyo supports more players.
Is Viticulture or King of Tokyo more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Viticulture has a complexity weight of 2.82 and King of Tokyo has 1.56. Viticulture is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Viticulture or King of Tokyo?
Viticulture takes about 90 minutes to play, while King of Tokyo takes about 30 minutes. King of Tokyo is the quicker game.