Catan Card Game*

The Catan Card Game offers a distinct experience from its predecessor, The Settlers of Catan, focusing on strategic card play and resource management in the familiar Catan universe.

Gameplay Overview

  • Resource Management: Utilizes six resources - wool, wood, bricks, grain, ore, and gold - with unique card rotation mechanics to indicate resource gains.
  • Settlement Development: Players start with village and road cards and can purchase more roads, villages, and cities, each providing additional resources and victory points.
  • Event Die: Adds a layer of unpredictability with various outcomes like rewards, bonuses, attacks, and special events.

Special Features

  • Expansion Cards: 62 cards offering civic improvements, knights, and actions that can benefit or harm players.
  • Victory Points System: Victory points are gained through cities, villages, and specific cards marked with flags.
  • Strategic Flexibility: Players can trade unwanted cards and choose their initial expansion cards for varied strategies.

Conclusion

For fans of the Catan series looking for a card-based experience, the Catan Card Game provides a compelling blend of strategy, resource management, and tactical decision-making. It's well-suited for players who enjoy the depth of the Catan universe in a more compact, card-focused format.

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  • 2 Players
  • 60 - 120 Minutes
  • 10+ years old
  • Easy to learn

We like Catan Card Game so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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