CATAN Board Game - Embark on a Journey of Discovery and Trade! Civilization Building Strategy Game, Family Game for Kids & Adults, Ages 10+, 3-4 Players, 60-90 Minute Playtime, Made by CATAN Studio

THRILLING game! Have never failed to have a good time playing. It’s always a hit!At first, I thought it was going to be game with a fantasy plot but I was very wrong! Catan is like the farmers monopoly but more interactive with every turn, and not as long of a game time.Pros: I don’t think I’ve ever played a boring game! Basic rules are fairly easy to understand and get the hang of after your first game or two. You can play casually or get deep into strategy. Offers a fun and lighthearted but competitive plot. Perfect for small groups.Cons: There are smaller game play rules that can be tricky to remember, but the game will still flow without them. The quality of the set I received felt a bit flimsy and some of the printing came off of the pieces as I popped them out of their cardboard holders. You can only play with 3 or 4 people unless you have the expansion pack.Overall, I recommend this game and bring it to a lot of game nights.On a separate note: the makers of the game seem to keep making different variations (ex. Starwars, settlers, 3D, new energies, etc). This feels a tad gimmicky to me but I know it’s had a massive following over the years so maybe it’s what the market wants!

Hands down one of the best board games ever. So many different strategies can be used. Attractive design. Takes a little bit to learn so don’t expect the first time to be easy or make complete sense but by the end, you will ‘get it’. Challenging for intense folks and fun for the laid back ones. A little bit of luck mixes with communication skills and strategy. Love it! Actually bought this one for a friend’s family.

CATAN is a classic and engaging strategy game that’s become a staple in our family game nights. The gameplay revolves around building settlements, trading resources, and strategizing to outsmart your opponents. It's easy to learn, but the deeper strategy keeps it interesting even after many plays.The game works well for 3-4 players, and the 60-90 minute playtime is just right. The pieces are well-made, and the board offers a nice level of replayability with its modular setup. It’s a great game for both kids and adults, and it brings everyone together for a fun, competitive challenge. If you enjoy strategy games, CATAN is a must-try.

Super fun game. Well made! We had fun playing as a family with our 11 year old, 14 year old, and seventeen year old!

If you haven’t played catan, you really need to get your head in the game. This is the most exciting game to ever exist, and has endless options of expansion packs + extensions to allow for more players. It only allows for 6 players with the extensions, which is enough because you’re going to fight with everyone while you play and you don’t want to lose any more friends than you already will. Catan brings out the worst in everyone, in the best way possible. If you are already competitive, be aware that this will tip the scales of your competitiveness. Especially if the robber gets placed on your resources. This game is relatively challenging and takes a lot of skill, but once you learn the main aspects it’s fairly easy to play. Family-friendly for kids over 10 I would say, but be careful because if they beat you you’ll want to put them up for adoption. The goal of the game is simple, it’s getting there that takes a while. Best for rainy days or when you just don’t feel like doing much! You need to have this game in your life.

My children and I love to play this game so much. I bought the extension too. I also bought Seefarers expansion and extension, so that all my family from my children, my parents, my brother and sister-in-law could play together.

This is a great set of Catan. It’s better quality than other sets I’ve gotten and the dice are really nice.

This is the base game. I can't emphasize that enough. This review will only handle the base game, minus expansions.LEARNING CURVE: This game is extraordinarily simple and straightforward to learn. Played once through, it makes plenty of sense and opens doors to more complex rules and gameplay.GAME SPEED: 1-2 hours for 4 players. Game moves briskly but with obvious early-, mid-, and end-game stages that each have their own strategies and approaches. Game easily resumed from a paused state if you take a break.GAMEPLAY OVERALL: Catan is satisfying to play, even more satisfying to win. As a game best played with a poker face and a good set of bluffing skills, Catan rewards long-term foresight and strategies more than rushed or brute-forced gameplay techniques. Catan can become repetitive IF and ONLY IF you refuse to play randomly. I highly recommend players who have a few games under their belt learn to completely randomize the map, starting positions, and resource entitlement for more satisfying experiences.APPROPRIATE FOR KIDS? Depends on your child. Children with a knack for puzzles and strategy games will find playing Catan with adults to be very rewarding. Probably a bit too complex for children to play with each other, however; too many "honor system" concepts in play, too easy to cheat each other.APPROPRIATE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS? Gameplay can easily be catered for adults or children with special needs. Game rules are insanely simple and easily modified for those wanting additional assistance. Communities online for adapting Catan gameplay are prevalent and easily found.CONCLUSION: Catan is a fantastically easy game to pick up and learn, but complex and difficult to master. Catan is a game best suited to be expanded and enhanced, as the base game is truly just the first step into the world of Catan.