Catan, previously known as ‘Settlers of Catan’ is an award-winning strategy game developed by Klaus Teuber. It has made itself into a brand itself with multiple expansions and extensions and popularity, which is enjoyed by only a few others in the industry.
The main aim of the game is to be the first to score a decided number of points by building a prosperous settlement on the mysterious island of Catan.
Game Specification
Age Group: 10+
No. of Players: 3-4 (5-6 with expansion)
Game Duration: 60 Minutes
Skills to learn: Strategy, Basics of Trading, Resource Management
The Box and Components:
The box of Catan is quite big and heavy. It has loads of components in various sizes that make it necessary to adhere to the age limit for the game. The box is tight and protective of the components.
The components are of good quality, the building components are made of wood and thus essentially unbreakable. The game will not require any extra care than any other game.
The Game:
The game is very variable. The placement of the resource hexes, dice tokens, and harbours can be changed with every game to ensure a different play every time. The inclusion of the ‘robber’ in the game makes for a hilarious move in the game as the players thwart their opponents to be the winner.
The game is long, and may occasionally be monotonous due to unfavourable dice rolls but the development cards and the special bonus cards have the capability of turning over the game. Another reviewer aptly termed the game, ‘Social Sciences in a box and we totally agree.
It has won many awards like the 1996: Origins Award for Best Fantasy or Science Fiction Board Game, 2001: Origins Hall of Fame and 2006: Games Magazine Hall of Fame.
Click here for the official rulebook.
Game Components include:
19 hex tiles, 6 coastal frame pieces, 9 extra harbour pieces, 20 wooden settlements, 16 wooden cities, 60 wooden roads, 95 resource cards, 25 development cards, 4 building costs cards, 2 special bonus cards, 18 number tokens, 2 six-sided dice, 1 wooden robber pawn, Game Rules and Almanac booklet
Final Words:
Catan may seem like an expensive investment, but it is a profitable one. It offers enjoyment for all ages even if the older players have an advantage over the young.
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Disclaimer: The review & ratings are our personal opinion and not meant to slander any party.
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