Every Catan Version Ranked (And Which One to Buy First)
Every Settlers of Catan version you can buy in 2026, ranked: the 6th Edition, Rivals, Junior, Zip, New Energies, Starfarers and more, plus which to buy first.
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Catan: How To Play – Simplified
Learn Catan in five minutes. Roll for resources, trade with rivals, build roads and settlements, and race to 10 victory points — the whole base game, simplified.
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Best Settlers of Catan Expansions (Ranked and Reviewed)
Already love Catan but feel like the base game has run its course? Here's our honest rundown of every major Catan expansion and which ones are actually worth buying.
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Best Board Games for Christmas Gifts
Our board game Christmas gift guide, sorted by who you're buying for — party games, kids' games, two-player picks, co-ops and games that make you think.
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Catan Vs Ticket To Ride: Which Game Should You Buy?
Catan vs Ticket to Ride — which should you buy? We compare difficulty, player interaction, play time and replay value to help you pick the right one.
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Best (Settlers of) Catan Gifts
The best Catan gifts for the Settlers fan in your life — t-shirts, wall art, socks, coasters, pillows and more. Handpicked gift ideas beyond another expansion.
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Best Custom (Settlers of) Catan Game Boards
The best custom Catan boards and pieces we could find — handmade wooden sets, 3D terrain, resin tiles and upgraded resource pieces, with credit to their makers.
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Catan: Review
Is Catan actually fun? An honest review after years of plays — the trading, the robber, the runaway leader, and whether it still deserves a spot on your shelf.
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