Catan

Settle the Island. Build an Empire. Claim Victory!

Welcome to Catan—the modern classic that launched a thousand game nights! In this strategic race for settlement supremacy, you’ll compete to tame the wilds of a newly discovered island by gathering resources, building roads, upgrading settlements into thriving cities, and outmaneuvering your rivals. Every roll of the dice produces vital materials—brick, wood, sheep, wheat, and ore—that can make or break your master plan. Trade with other players (or fleece them in clever deals), adapt to shifting fortunes, and beware the dreaded robber who can halt your progress in an instant.

With a modular board that changes every game and multiple paths to victory—from building the longest road to amassing a powerful army—Catan delivers endless replayability and interactive gameplay that’s both accessible and deeply strategic. Whether you're a seasoned tactician or a fresh-faced settler, only one can rule Catan. Will it be you?

Awards

2025 BoardGameGeek Hall of Fame Inductee
2011 Ludo Award Best Board Game Editor's Choice Winner
2011 Jocul Anului în România Best Game in Romanian Winner
2005 Gra Roku Game of the Year Winner
2004 Hra roku Winner
2001 Origins Awards Hall of Fame Inductee
1996 Origins Awards Best Fantasy or Science Fiction Board Game Winner
1995 Spiel des Jahres Winner
1995 Meeples Choice Award Winner
1995 Essener Feder Best Written Rules Winner
1995 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Family/Adult Game Winner

Players: 3-4

Age: 10+

Length: 60-120min