At a glance
Players: 3–4 · Play time: 90 min · Ages: 12+ · Complexity: Medium · Expansion · Publisher: Catan Studio
You'll need: the Catan base game to play.
Discover a whole new level of variety and challenge with the Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion. This expansion includes five distinct scenarios and four variants, offering players fresh strategic possibilities and hours of gameplay. Explore scenarios such as The Fishermen of Catan, The Rivers of Catan and Barbarian Invasion, each introducing new rules and mechanics.
Whether you’re transporting goods with caravans, fishing for resources, or defending Catan from invaders, this expansion deepens your CATAN experience with increased complexity and replayability. Requires the CATAN base game to play.
Features
Includes 5 scenarios and 4 variants for extensive replayability
Adds new mechanics like fishing, barbarian raids, bridges, and trading routes
Compatible with other CATAN expansions for even greater variety
Enhances the base game with new components and layered strategy
Ideal for experienced CATAN players seeking greater depth
Specifications
Publisher: Catan Studio
Product Type: Family Games
Product Sub Type: Expansion
Minimum Recommended Age: 12+
Average Play Time: 90 Minutes
Players (Minimum): 3
Players (Maximum): 4
Genres: Strategy
Saga Table Talk
Great for: Catan players who already know the base game and want variety.
What a game night feels like: A collection of scenarios and variants you can mix into regular Catan, so the same island plays differently from night to night.
If you like this, try: Catan: Cities & Knights Expansion, Catan: Explorers & Pirates Expansion
Teaching tip: Add one variant at a time. Pick one, play it, and save the rest for later game nights.
FAQ
How many players can play Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion?
Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion is for 3–4 players.
How long does Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion take?
About 90 min.
What age is Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion for?
Catan Studio recommends it for ages 12+.
Do I need anything else to play Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion?
Yes. You'll need the Catan base game.
