Can the game catan be played with two players only? or do you need 3? thanks?

Question

Can the game catan be played with two players only? or do you need 3? thanks?

Answer 1

It is not as good with only two players. We tried it. Yes it is possible, obviously, but it takes all the fun out of it. As with many other games of that type. IMO, the only good two-player strategy game is chess, everything else is better with a third or fourth player. You could give something like Battlelore or Warhammer a try if you like wargames.

If there are only two of you, I would not bother buying it - if you want to play it at a party or games night you can always get someone else to bring their copy round!

Answer 2

You can play with 2 players but the regular set is designed for 3-4.  There are sites online where you can play against the computer too.  Very fun game!

Answer 3

Chris has covered the alternate versions of the original game, so there are a couple of other options:

- There's a Settlers of Catan card game for two players that includes many aspects of the original game.

- There are various online or computer versions of Settlers that would let you and the other player play either with other players online, or with extra computer opponents.

Answer 4

It is mainly for 3 or more players,  you can modify the rules to play for 2 players.

Answer 5

The game is 3-4 players, or 3-6 with the expansion. it is though possible to play the game using a 2-player variant.