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King of New York

2014 · IELLO

Solid · 100% positive · 1 verdict

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Tornado Splash

2025 · Arclight Games

Loved · 100% positive · 1 verdict

Pick King of New York if you want…

  • Short-horizon optimization and clever combos
  • Sword-and-sorcery setting
  • A longer, meatier session (about 60 min)

Pick Tornado Splash if you want…

  • Short-horizon optimization and clever combos
  • Sports tactics and pacing
  • Shorter sessions (about 40 min vs 60)

Quick facts

King of New YorkTornado Splash
Players2–62–5
Play time45–60 min20–40 min
ComplexityMediumMedium
Best at3 players
Age10+6+
Year20142025

Common questions

Is Tornado Splash better than King of New York?

King of New York sits at 100% positive over 1 verdicts; Tornado Splash at 100% over 1. The community rates them about evenly, so it comes down to which experience fits your group.

Which plays faster, King of New York or Tornado Splash?

Tornado Splash runs up to about 40 minutes; King of New York up to about 60. For a weeknight slot, Tornado Splash is the quicker table.