Quick Facts about Settlers of Catan
Getting Started
It may take some time to set up the game until you get the hang of it. The board is made of hexagonal pieces being joined together similar to a jigsaw. Even though these have a suggested setup, you can play with them using your preferred configuration, which means that the game can be made different every time you play.
There are plenty of rules and at first, these may seem overwhelming. However, once you have played Settlers of Catan for several times, you will find the gameplay quite simple. There is a great Almanac included in the kit that clearly describes all complexities.
Playing the Game
The game is the combination of resource management and strategy. You will need the appropriate materials to build roads and houses and earn victory points. The die throw’s luck drives the resources and determines the number of roads and settlements you can build that will then amass more resources. You can then use these to buy special cards or other materials for developing your settlement.
