Viticulture vs Splendor
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
Splendor
⭐ 7.5# 207💰 $35👤 2-4
Splendor is a fast-paced gem-collecting game where players take on the role of Renaissance merchants. Players collect gem tokens to purchase development cards, which provide permanent bonuses and prestige points. The game is easy to learn and plays quickly, making it an ideal gateway game for new board gamers.
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Viticulture | Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 38 ✓ | 207 |
| Rating | 7.9 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2013 ✓ | 2014 |
| Price | 45 | 35 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 6 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 90 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 13 | 10 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.82 ✓ | 1.79 |
Viticulture wins in 6 categories, Splendor wins in 3 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)
Splendor — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-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
Splendor
Categories
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Mechanics
Card DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet Collection
Rating Comparison
Viticulture7.9
Splendor7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Viticulture or Splendor?
Viticulture has a rating of 7.9, while Splendor has 7.5. Viticulture is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Viticulture or Splendor?
Viticulture costs approximately $45 and Splendor costs approximately $35. Splendor is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Viticulture or Splendor?
Viticulture supports 1-6 players and Splendor supports 2-4 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is Viticulture or Splendor more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Viticulture has a complexity weight of 2.82 and Splendor has 1.79. Viticulture is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Viticulture or Splendor?
Viticulture takes about 90 minutes to play, while Splendor takes about 30 minutes. Splendor is the quicker game.