Which Catan should I start with?

Which Catan should I start with?

For most players, the recommended first expansion is Seafarers of Catan. It comes in a light blue box that includes new sea tiles and boats so players can colonize islands. The new rules that the game adds are straightforward and intuitive, making Seafarers easy to integrate with the base game.

Is Catan easy to play?

The game can take a good few hours to play if you have some determined players not willing to trade freely. As it is a fairly complex game in many ways, the age recommendation of 8+ is a good guide, and there is a separate ‘Kids of Catan’ set available for younger players.

Why does it take so long to play Catan?

By far the biggest cause of increased playtime of Catan (or any board game) is the experience of the players. It’s just a fact that if someone is new to the game (even if they are a regular board game player) they will take time to learn the rules and how the game is played.

Can you play Catan on a variable game board?

You can play the game Catan on a variable game board. For your first game, however, we suggest that you use the “Starting Set-up for Beginners.” (See Illustrated Bellow) This set-up is well-balanced for all players. Before your first game, you must remove the die-cut components from the cardboard holders.

What kind of game is the settlers of Catan?

The Settlers of Catan from Mayfair Games is an award-winning strategy game where players collect resources and use them to build roads, settlements and cities on their way to victory. The board itself is variable, making each game a little different from the next.

What’s the best way to set up Catan?

Initial setup is crucial in Catan. There are different levels of sophistication here, starting with the obvious and moving to the more subtle. Good players consider all the factors below, and how much weight should be given to each in a particular game is dependent on the exact layout of the tiles and numbers. 1. Get one of everything.