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September 16, 2024

New US CATAN Champion 2024!

Congratulations to Drew Elliott, the new US CATAN Champion!

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July 8, 2024

CATAN Gen Con 2024 Guide

Here is your guide to all things CATAN at Gen Con 2024 in Indianapolis, IN from August 1 - 4. We can't wait to see you there!

July 8, 2024

CATAN – New Energies Summer Solstice Release party

Watch and learn about our CATAN – New Energies Release Party that happened in Ramsey, Minnesota on June 20, 2024!

June 14, 2024

CATAN – New Energies is Now Available!

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Get energized with CATAN – New Energies available today in the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom!

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June 18, 2024

New Zealand 2024 CATAN Championship

A man with longer blonde hair stands and smiles while gesturing to a red poster that says CATAN New Zealand Championship, Wellycon.

Learn about your newly crowned 2024 New Zealand National Championship winner!

June 13, 2024

UK Games Expo 2024 Recap

A group of 4 people sitting at a table as a blue shirted Demo teacher helps them learn CATAN – New Energies.

See and learn about some of our favorite moments from UK Games Expo!

June 6, 2024

CATAN UK National Championship 2024 Winner!

The four finalists of the CATAN UK National Championship stand together in an expo hall, standing in front of a CATAN banner.

Meet your new 2024 UK National Champion who was recently crowned at UK Games Expo!

June 4, 2024

CATAN – New Energies is coming June 14!

Picture of the CATAN - New Energies box in a area covered in green hills with a wind turbine on the left side, with the words "Coming Soon" on the bottom.

Embark on a electrifying new adventure in the new standalone game, CATAN – New Energies releasing June 14!

February 15, 2024

Cities & Knights out now on CATAN – Console Edition!

Cities & Knights – a fan-favourite and highly-regarded expansion to CATAN is now available on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, X/S, and Nintendo Switch!

January 26, 2024

CATAN – Starfarers Duel Special Message

Read the tributes to Klaus Teuber found in the afterword of CATAN – Starfarers Duel

November 23, 2023

CATAN European Championship 2023 in Copenhagen

Congratulations to Martin Ruzicka from Slovakia! He is the new European Champion of CATAN.

October 16, 2023

CATAN - Console Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch!

CATAN Console Edition - Switch Announcement

📣 CATAN - Console Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch!

September 25, 2023

CATAN – Starfarers Duel Announcement!

A new two-player CATAN game is coming soon with this epic reboot!

July 17, 2023

CATAN Gen Con 2023 Guide

We are thrilled to return to the largest board gaming convention in the world! Come see our new games, the sheepmobile, the return of the CATAN Experience, and more. 🎲

July 14, 2023

CATAN – Soccer Fever Kicks Off!

CATAN – Soccer Fever Now Available package image

CATAN Studio Kicks Off CATAN – Soccer Fever scenario for CATAN base game

July 12, 2023

The expansion The Helpers will be released for CATAN - Console Edition

The first expansion appears for the CATAN adaptation for Playstation 4/5 and Xbox S/X on July 20th.

July 11, 2023

Season Pass for CATAN - Console Edition is available soon.

Get the Season Pass for CATAN - Console Edition! Release date is July 20, 2023.

June 30, 2023

CATAN – Hawai'i is Available Now!

CATAN Studio Unveils CATAN – Hawai'i Scenario for the CATAN – Seafarers Expansion

June 23, 2023

Letter to Fans From CATAN GmbH, CATAN Studio, and KOSMOS

An update from CATAN GmbH, CATAN Studio, and KOSMOS on the status of the CATAN brand, and honoring Klaus Teuber's birthday.

May 18, 2023

CATAN – Starfarers – New Encounters

CATAN – Starfarers – New Encounters scenario announcement!

April 25, 2023

CATAN UK on Games Expo 2023 from June 2 - 4 in Birmingham

Join us at UK Games Expo with this rundown of our upcoming events and activities.

April 11, 2023

CATAN - Console Edition - Roadmap for the next months

What are the developers planning for the CATAN - Console Edition?

April 4, 2023

We mourn the passing of Klaus Teuber

March 24, 2023

CATAN x Goat Simulator 3 - April Fools Roundup

Celebrate April Fools with CATAN and Goat Simulator 3!

March 7, 2023

CATAN – Soccer Fever and Hawaii Announcement!

CATAN – Soccer Fever and Hawaii have been announced!

January 27, 2023

CATAN - Console Edition will be released on the 28th February 2023!

CATAN - Console Edition will be released for Xbox and PlayStation on 28th February 2023!

November 24, 2022

Hamish Dean is CATAN - World Champion 2022

CATAN World Champion Hamish Dean from New Zealand

We've got a new CATAN World Champion!

November 14, 2022

Countdown for the CATAN World Championship 2022

The CATAN World Championship 2022 will start soon. Follow the semi-final and the final in the livestream.

August 23, 2022

CATAN is coming to holographic life with Tilt Five

CATAN is going holographic with Tilt Five! Immerse yourself in the captivating world of CATAN like you've never seen it before... in amazing holographic 3D!

July 27, 2022

CATAN Gen Con 2022 Guide

Return to CATAN with this multi-layered limited edition collectible three shadowbox art set that transports you to the island of CATAN.

July 8, 2022

Return To CATAN Limited Edition - Shadowbox Art Set

Return to CATAN with this multi-layered limited edition collectible three shadowbox art set that transports you to the island of CATAN.

June 22, 2022

CATAN is Now Available on Board Game Arena!

CATAN is now available to play on Board Game Arena! Join 8 million BGA players and play with friends anywhere from any device.

May 24, 2022

CATAN – 3D Expansion – Seafarers + Cities & Knights

CATAN - 3D Seafarers + Cities & Knights Box

Rally your knights and set sail to new horizons in full three-dimensional splendor in CATAN - 3D Expansion - Seafarers + Cities & Knights.

May 19, 2022

Announcing the official CATAN Cookbook

We are pleased to announce the Partnership of Asmodee Entertainment and Ulysses Press to publish the official CATAN Cookbook.

March 11, 2022

CATAN - Dawn of Humankind is coming 2022

Guide humanity's journey from its roots in Africa to the far reaches of the globe in our upcoming title CATAN – Dawn of Humankind.

March 9, 2022

CATAN x Board Game Arena

CATAN is Coming Soon to Board Game Arena

February 28, 2022

CATAN Podcast with Our Family Plays Games

Hear more about CATAN and the importance of diversity and inclusion in board games with Our Family Plays Games.

December 10, 2021

CATAN Podcast with Beau Allen

Hear more about CATAN and its connection to to Beau Allen in this fun filled Podcast.

December 3, 2021

The Limited Edition Memoir is here!

My Journey To CATAN: A Memoir by Klaus Teuber

The Limited Edition Memoir is here! Grab a copy of this exclusive and limited-edition item, or gift it to a fellow CATAN fan this holiday season.

November 29, 2021

Announcing the Partnership with Just Funky for CATAN Merchandise

We are pleased to announce an agreement with Just Funky LLC for a range of CATAN fan-focused homewares and accessories.

November 22, 2021

Mixlore's new CATAN – Logic Puzzle is available NOW.

Test Your Critical Thinking Skills and Explore Catan!

November 10, 2021

CATAN is coming to PlayStation and Xbox

CATAN is coming to Consoles. The ultimate CATAN Video Game Experience for PlayStation and Xbox.

November 2, 2021

New CATAN Merchandise by Rollacrit and Ata-Boy

We are very pleased to announce that Rollacrit and Ata-Boy have joined the family of CATAN partners with a range of artfully designed apparel, accessories, collectibles and homewares.

November 2, 2021

CATAN Mural Unveiled in Chicago and Memphis

We are proud to share our first two official CATAN murals!

August 28, 2021

Champion Brewing Company and CATAN Announce Beer Series Collaboration

The first beer in the series is Field Harvest Wheat Ale. Over the next 12 months, Champion will produce six one-of-a-kind, limited-run CATAN beers.

August 28, 2021

CATAN - 3D Edition released!

CATAN Studio and Asmodee launched the highly-anticipated, luxury version of the board game classic CATAN, CATAN – 3D Edition.

August 18, 2021

New CATAN Website

So far you were used to this look. Now we are happy to present you the new CATAN site. In the last few months we have been working hard to completely redesign the site so that you can continue to find all the important information about CATAN quickly and easily.

August 2, 2021

The new 5-6 Player Extensions Rule available for Download now!

According to the new rule, there are always 2 players participating in a turn. Maybe the new rule sounds familiar to you? It was first introduced in the “CATAN – Starfarers” extension for 5-6 players.

August 2, 2021

Announcing the Start of Registration for the Digital CATAN World Championship

We are pleased to announce the Digital CATAN World Championship (DCWC) for the first time - a new international online event. To participate, simply register now.

June 4, 2021

CATAN Logic Puzzle announced by Mixlore

CATAN Studio and Mixlore are proud to announce a brand new way to explore and build — the CATAN Logic Puzzle from Mixlore, which incorporates the building and trading themes of CATAN into a delightful and challenging brainteaser.

May 25, 2021

CATAN - 3D Edition announced!

In the 3rd quarter of 2021 CATAN Studio will bring out the CATAN - 3D Edition. Discover CATAN in a new dimension.

March 9, 2021

CATAN Universe: 5-6 Player Extension with New Rule now available

We are happy to announce the release of the 5-6 player extension on CATAN Universe. CATAN Universe is the digital adaptation of CATAN for smartphones, tablets, Windows PC, and Mac, published and operated by USM and developed by Endava.

February 4, 2021

CATAN VR now available for Oculus Quest & Quest 2

Experiment 7, the developer of CATAN VR, and Asmodee Digital are proud to announce the official release of CATAN VR for the Oculus Quest & Quest 2 platforms. Starting today they are available in the Oculus Store.

December 8, 2020

Stunning CATAN Custom Artwork From Artovision

Experience CATAN as never before with this multi-layered collectible shadowbox art piece that transports you to the island of Catan.

November 24, 2020

CATAN - First Adventure - Get A New Print & Play Family Game

Happy Holidays from the CATAN team! We know the holidays are not going to be the same this year as many families stay home to help stop the spread of COVID-19. To make your home-staying more fun, we're offering a FREE print-and-play that's a fun crafting project and a playable game all in one.

November 15, 2020

CATAN 25th Anniversary Edition released

CATAN Studio released the CATAN 25th Anniversary Edition, a special product honoring 25 years of CATAN, which debuted as The Settlers of Catan in 1995.

October 23, 2020

Asmodee Entertainment announce CATAN Footwear from Plainview

Asmodee Entertainment are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with Plainview Shoes to extend the CATAN® brand to a collection of fashionable footwear coming in 2021.

October 21, 2020

Many events for CATAN on the SPIEL.Digital

From October 22-25, 2020 the time has come. The SPIEL.digital takes place. We are very excited and look forward to your visit to the virtual CATAN booth of our German publishing partner KOSMOS. There you will find interesting videos and great promotions. Even if it is a German show, many content is also available in English.

July 28, 2020

GAMEGENIC and CATAN Studio announce new accessory product line

Gamegenic and CATAN Studio are proud to reveal a brand-new line of officially licensed accessories for CATAN board games that not only protect the components but also enhance the playing experience.

July 28, 2020

CATAN at Gen Con Online starting this Friday

While we won’t be gathering together in Indianapolis this year, we’re very excited to get together virtually at Gen Con Online, beginning Friday, July 31!

July 23, 2020

Huge CATAN field opened on the island of Mainau, Germany

A 10,000 square meter CATAN field was opened on the island of Mainau to mark the 25th anniversary of the classic game. In realizing the project, Mainau worked closely with KOSMOS Verlag from Stuttgart, Germany, where the game was first published in 1995.

July 13, 2020

Premium game accessories for CATAN announced by Gamegenic

Gamegenic announced officially-licensed premium game accessories to enhance the CATAN experience.

July 11, 2020

See CATAN and Klaus Teuber on documentary "GAMEMASTER"

From the feature documentary team that made Barista (2015) and Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show (2014) comes a deep dive into the largely unknown world of the board gaming industry and the creators behind some of the most iconic games of the current generation.

May 28, 2020

Virtual CATAN Livestream with GEGGHEAD

GEGGHEAD & Catan present in association with Betterbox TV, a weekly livestream featuring a remote/virtual version of CATAN that you can watch from the comfort of your own home! Broadcast LIVE right on Facebook at 3PM PST/6PM EST on Fridays!

April 18, 2020

CATAN - Scenario - #WeStayHome

In difficult times, we all support each other. Even the Robber has had a change of heart. Instead of stealing, he's delivering resources to the settlers' homes.

April 11, 2020

CATAN #StayAndPlay - Print & Play fun at home

While we all do our part to help fight the spread of COVID-19, we want to make your time at home more enjoyable with new CATAN scenarios, rule variants, printables, and more. Whether you are able to play in the same space or are connected through virtual space, we hope you enjoy the new content that will be coming over the next few weeks.

March 24, 2020

Strong growth at CATAN Universe

CATAN Universe, the online game portal for the CATAN board game and The Rivals for CATAN, saw a huge increase in user numbers last weekend. We and the operators are of course very happy about that.

March 24, 2020

Information about the current tournament season due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Every year, we and our partner CATAN Studio look forward to hosting amazing tournaments and events with our community. We care deeply about these events, but we care even more for the health and safety of our community. As such, CATAN Studio is following the government’s recommendations regarding the spread of COVID-19 and has suspended all CATAN qualifier tournaments until June 1.

January 28, 2020

25 years ago - CATAN is presented for the first time

In 1995, 25 years ago, CATAN (at that time The Settlers of Catan) was introduced at the toy fair in Nuremberg. Klaus and Benjamin Teuber celebrated the anniversary today at the booth of the KOSMOS Verlag.

November 11, 2019

The CATAN European Champion 2019 is from Estonia

The CATAN European Champion 2019 has been confirmed: Dan Lõhmus from Estonia. Congratulations!

November 8, 2019

Watch the CATAN European Championship 2019 live!

The CATAN European Championship 2019 will take place in Utrecht, the Netherlands on the Spellenspektakel (9th - 11th November). Be there live! In the livestream you can experience everything first hand - it starts on Saturday, November 9th at 9:45.

November 6, 2019

CATAN - Starfarers on Tabletop Showcase

Don't miss next week as some of our favorite gaming content creators are celebrating with five days of Starfarers coverage, including: The Secret Cabal, Pair of Dice Paradise, Watch It Played, Rolling Dice & Taking Names Gaming Podcast and Drive Thru Games.

November 6, 2019

CATAN - Starfarers unboxing!

How big is CATAN - Starfarers? It's big. With nearly 7 pounds of outer space in this box, there's a lot to unpack!

November 5, 2019

CATAN Americas Continental Championship took place in Oaxaca, Mexico

Country champions from all across North and South America came together in Oaxaca, Mexico from October 25-27, 2019, for a weekend of competition and camaraderie at the first-ever CATAN Americas Continental Championship.

September 26, 2019

CATANATHON against Cancer on Oct. 11

Save the date for the the 8th annual Catanathon Against Cancer on Friday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. Eastern streaming live on Twitch.

August 19, 2019

CATAN - Starfarers Demo on Gen Con

Davo and Abi of Asmodee TV teamed up with Kelli and Ron of CATAN Studio on this year Gen Con to give you an insight of the new CATAN - Starfarers coming out later this year.

July 25, 2019

CATAN National Championship for Canada on August 25-25 in Toronto

The CATAN National Championship for Canada is at Fan Expo in Toronto on August 24-25. The winner of the CATAN National Championship earns a spot at the CATAN Americas Championship in Oaxaca, Mexico in Oct. 2019 and the 2020 CATAN World Championships in Malta.

July 25, 2019

CATAN on Gen Con 2019 in Indianapolis (IN), USA

The biggest event in tabletop gaming in the United States is right around the corner! If you’re heading to Gen Con, we’d love to meet you! Find us at booth #1229.

June 25, 2019

CATAN VR released for Sony Playstation VR

Launching on PlayStation®VR on June 25th, 2019, CATAN VR allows CATAN fans and new players alike to experience the board game on the most popular VR gaming platform. Take on other players around the world on every major VR platform or play against CATAN personalities and watch the island come to life in VR.

June 20, 2019

CATAN for Nintendo Switch™ released!

The newest adaption of CATAN was just released on Nintendo Switch™ by Asmodee Digital, a leader in digital board game entertainment. The game has been developed in cooperation with USM and Exozet, publisher and developer of multiple digital CATAN games.

June 7, 2019

A classic returns! CATAN - Starfarers will be released this fall

The most requests for no longer available games we receive, are for "The Starfarers of CATAN", the successful departure of the settlers into space from the year 1999.

June 5, 2019

CATAN Universe: Two new big scenarios

Even more fun in CATAN Universe! Defeat fearsome dragons or build a canal to make the desert fertile in the two new special scenarios "Enchanted Land" and "The Great Canal".

May 22, 2019

First CATAN Escape Room opens in Frankfurt, Germany

This evening, CATAN celebrated the grand opening of the world's first Catan Escape Room in Frankfurt, Germany. CATAN creator Klaus Teuber was on hand to cut the ribbon and play the first game.

April 11, 2019

CATAN for Nintendo Switch announced!

Not for long then you can also explore CATAN on the Switch!

April 9, 2019

CATAN Universe - Third season announced, this time with Seafarers!

Seasons are contests on CATAN Universe, the digital CATAN platform that will be held for a limited time. After signing up, you can play with many other players online for the top of the rankings.

December 19, 2018

CATAN World Championship 2018 - Video

On the 24th and 25th of November 2018, the best CATAN players in the world met in Cologne to host the World Championship.

December 17, 2018

CATAN Universe - The second season has begun!

Seasons are contests on CATAN Universe, the digital CATAN platform that will be held for a limited time. After signing up, you can play with many other players online for the top of the rankings.

November 25, 2018

CATAN World Championship 2018 in Cologne: The new world champion comes from Mexico

On the 24th and 25th of November 2018, the best CATAN players in the world met in Cologne to host the World Championship. Board strategists from 46 countries fought for the title.

November 14, 2018

4000 € donation for the Global Crop Diversity Trust

We are very happy to announce: We were able to raise a donation of 2500€ by selling our new scenario CATAN - Crop Trust at the games fair in Essen. Thank you for your support!

October 19, 2018

CATAN on the SPIEL'18 in Essen, Germany

From October 25 - 28 the SPIEL '18 in Essen, Germany, the biggest public show for board games worldwide, will take place again and of course CATAN will be back at the booth of our German partner, the Kosmos publishing house, with exciting activities like the "CATAN - Mini Big Game" and great new products like "CATAN - Rise of the Inkas" and "CATAN - Crop Trust".

October 15, 2018

"CATAN - Rise of the Inkas" now also available for Smartphone, Tablet, PC and Mac!

Just as with the board game, the settlements are threatened with extinction at the height of their flowering. Embark on a journey through time in the jungles of South America, prove your tactical skills and lead your tribes through three exciting epochs.

October 5, 2018

New "CATAN - Crop Trust" Scenario to Debut at Essen 2018

A collaboration between the Global Crop Diversity Trust (“Crop Trust”) and Catan GmbH, the scenario introduces a new semi-cooperative way to play the classic game, while learning about one of the greatest challenges facing the planet today.

August 13, 2018

A Game of Thrones Catan: Brotherhood of the Watch - 5/6 Player expansion announced

New heroes rise to face the danger beyond the Wall in A Game of Thrones Catan: Brotherhood of the Watch 5-6 Player Extension! The great forests of the North conceal many secrets and the Wildlings have many surprises.

June 25, 2018

"Catan - Rise of the Inkas" - Interview with the Authors

For the upcoming CATAN novelty this fall, our publishing partner Kosmos has published an interesting interview with Klaus and Benjamin Teuber that offers insights into the game and its development.

June 20, 2018

Catan Universe: New Theme-Sets and Game Modes for "Rivals for Catan"

Since the launch of Catan Universe, the introductory game was already part of the offer. With "The Era of Turmoil," "The Era of Progress" and "The Era of Gold," three exciting theme-sets were added now with countless new cards and possibilities.

June 12, 2018

CATAN VR now also available on Steam for HTC Vive and Microsoft Mixed Reality

On June 13, CATAN VR, the original implementation of the CATAN board game for virtual reality, will be also available on Steam for HTC Vive and Microsoft Mixed Reality.

June 4, 2018

CATAN At Origins Game Fair

Catanians, you’re invited to join us for Origins Game Fair 2018! Located in the Greater Columbus Convention Center this June 13-17. You’ll be able to get one of the first looks at our upcoming releases, pick up an expansion or two to round out your collection, and even get your hands on Catan swag and merch to show everyone that you’re a fellow Catanimal.

May 2, 2018

CATAN VR now also available for the new Oculus GO

On May 1, Facebook introduced the new Oculus GO Headset, which is available now. CATAN VR, the original implementation of the CATAN board game for virtual reality, is now also available for the Oculus GO in the Oculus Store.

March 21, 2018

CATAN VR released for Oculus Rift and Samsung Gear VR

Catan VR allows tabletop fans and new players alike to experience the best-selling board game in a fresh, fully-immersive format. Take on other players around the world or play against Catan personalities and watch the island come to life in VR for the first time.

March 20, 2018

CATAN World Championship 2018 takes place for the first time in Cologne

On the 24th and 25th of November 2018, the best Catan players from all over the world will meet in the event location "Theaterhaus Köln" to host the World Cup. More than 60 participants from around 40 countries are expected.

March 1, 2018

CATAN Universe now available for Mac on STEAM

CATAN Universe is now available for Macs via STEAM! If you should already have a CATAN Universe account, simply log-in and get access to all your already unlocked progress and expansions.

February 8, 2018

CATAN - Rise of the Inkas announced

CATAN Studio is pleased to announce CATAN Histories: Rise of the Inkas. Designed by Klaus and Benjamin Teuber and published in partnership with Kosmos and CATAN GmbH; it introduces intriguing new game play. Rise of the Inkas is a unique stand-alone game of resource gathering and trading based on Klaus Teuber's classic CATAN.

June 4, 2017

A Game of Thrones joins CATAN

The battle to defend the Realms of Man begins in A Game of Thrones CATAN: Brotherhood of the Watch, a new strategic game grounded in George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series and adapted for the CATAN tabletop game published by Fantasy Flight Games.