Head to head
Ace of Spades vs Gloomhaven
Which one is for you? Community verdicts, player-count fit, and taste contrasts, side by side.
Pick Ace of Spades if you want…
- Short-horizon optimization and clever combos
- Two teams pulling against each other
- Shorter sessions (about 45 min vs 115)
Pick Gloomhaven if you want…
- Dramatic moments that feel like a movie
- A story you build over the course of play
- A longer, meatier session (about 115 min)
Quick facts
| Ace of Spades | Gloomhaven | |
|---|---|---|
| Players | 1–2 | 1–4 |
| Play time | 40–45 min | 90–115 min |
| Complexity | Medium | — |
| Age | 14+ | 12+ |
Common questions
Which plays faster, Ace of Spades or Gloomhaven?
Ace of Spades runs up to about 45 minutes; Gloomhaven up to about 115. For a weeknight slot, Ace of Spades is the quicker table.