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Bear Valley

2016 · Rio Grande Games

Pass · 0% positive · 1 verdict

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Silver

· Bézier Games

Solid · 100% positive · 1 verdict

Pick Bear Valley if you want…

  • Crunchy individual problem-solving
  • Long-arc planning where early choices pay off late
  • Shorter sessions (about 45 min vs 60)

Pick Silver if you want…

  • Heavy themes and mature tone
  • Crunchy individual problem-solving
  • A longer, meatier session (about 60 min)
  • The safer pick (100% positive vs 0%)

Quick facts

Bear ValleySilver
Players2–42–4
Play time30–45 min30–60 min
ComplexityLightLight
Best at2 players
Age8+8+
Year2016

Common questions

Is Silver better than Bear Valley?

Silver sits at 100% positive over 1 verdicts; Bear Valley at 0% over 1. Silver rates higher with the community, but the right pick depends on your table and taste.

Which plays faster, Bear Valley or Silver?

Bear Valley runs up to about 45 minutes; Silver up to about 60. For a weeknight slot, Bear Valley is the quicker table.