Head to head
Animals on Board vs Shallow Regrets
Which one is for you? Community verdicts, player-count fit, and taste contrasts, side by side.
Pick Animals on Board if you want…
- A calm, low-pressure vibe
- A warm, friendly experience
- A longer, meatier session (about 30 min)
Pick Shallow Regrets if you want…
- Heavy themes and mature tone
- Short-horizon optimization and clever combos
- Shorter sessions (about 15 min vs 30)
Quick facts
| Animals on Board | Shallow Regrets | |
|---|---|---|
| Players | 2–4 | 2–3 |
| Play time | 20–30 min | 15 min |
| Complexity | Light | Light |
| Age | 6+ | 8+ |
| Year | 2016 | 2025 |
Common questions
Which plays faster, Animals on Board or Shallow Regrets?
Shallow Regrets runs up to about 15 minutes; Animals on Board up to about 30. For a weeknight slot, Shallow Regrets is the quicker table.