Catan: Big Box (2016)^*

Catan: Big Box (2016) bundles classic Catan with a six-player extension and extra scenarios. Great for bigger groups and ambitious newcomers.

What is it?

The box holds Klaus Teuber's familiar Catan board game along with what you need for larger groups. You settle, trade and build roads until someone gathers enough victory points. What sets this edition apart are the extras packed in with it.

What's in the box

• The Catan base game.
• The extension for up to six players.
• The Frenemies scenario.
• The Helpers of Catan mini-expansion, which gives each player a character with a bonus ability.
• The Mallorca scenario, printed on paper.
• The Germany scenario, a game board with city landmarks.

How it plays

1. Roll the dice so matching hexes produce resources.
2. Trade with other players or the bank.
3. Build roads, settlements and cities to earn victory points.

Who is it for?

The Big Box suits families and friends aged 10 and up, with three to six players. A game takes about 75 minutes. Catan plays best with four, though more players mean more trading.

Conclusion

If you don't own Catan yet and want variety, you get a lot in one box. If the base game is already on your shelf, check first which contents are actually new to you.