{"product_id":"catan-catan-on-the-road","title":"Catan | Catan on the Road","description":"\u003cp\u003eLove CATAN but do not always have the time or table space for the full board game? CATAN On the Road packs those familiar resource-gathering, building and trading decisions into a compact deck of cards you can take almost anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureawaits.com.au\/collections\/card-games\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCard Games here...\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers draw and trade resources to build roads, settlements, cities, knights and metropolises. Every development helps expand your region and bring you closer to the winning total of seven victory points, but you will need to keep a close eye on what your rivals are building too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrading has a clever new twist in this edition. When you trade with the current player while it is not your turn, you receive an extra resource card. That little reward keeps everyone involved and gives players a good reason to negotiate rather than quietly waiting for their next go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a play time of around 15 minutes, CATAN On the Road is brilliant for quick family game nights, lunch breaks, caravan trips and holidays. There is no large board to set up, yet there are still plenty of meaningful choices for CATAN fans and new players to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact, strategic and easy to bring along, this is a ripper gift for travellers, teens, families and anyone who loves the trading and building side of CATAN.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🏷️ Why You'll Love CATAN On the Road\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ It recreates familiar CATAN resource collecting, trading and building mechanics without needing a full game board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ A typical game takes around 15 minutes, making it easy to fit in during lunch breaks, weeknights and travel days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ The compact 120-card format is much easier to pack for caravan trips, flights, holidays and visits with family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Off-turn trading rewards the participating player with an extra resource card, keeping everyone involved between turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Players can build roads, settlements, cities, knights and metropolises as they race towards seven victory points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Shared building choices create plenty of competition as players try to claim useful developments before their opponents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ The streamlined rules make it approachable for new players while retaining strategy for existing CATAN fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Every game encourages negotiation, planning, resource management and a little friendly rivalry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🎁 Perfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ CATAN fans wanting a quicker and more portable way to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Families with children aged 10 years and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Caravan holidays, camping trips and Aussie road trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Quick games during lunch breaks, rainy arvos and family visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Teenagers and adults who enjoy strategy and trading games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Birthday, Christmas and Secret Santa gifts for game lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Travellers who want a complete game without carrying a large box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Introducing new players to the building and trading mechanics of CATAN.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🎁 What's Included\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120 game cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResource cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting roads and settlements\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetropolis cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvent cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongest Route and Largest Army bonus cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayer aid cards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo game board, dice or pieces from the original CATAN board game are required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📦 Product Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: CATAN\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame: CATAN On the Road\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: Card Game\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of players: 3–4\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 10 years and over\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate playing time: 15 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of cards: 120\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinning objective: Be the first player to reach 7 victory points\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame mechanics: Resource collection, trading, card building, region expansion and set development\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelopments include: Roads, settlements, cities, knights and metropolises\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower requirements: No batteries required\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandalone game: Yes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal CATAN game required: No\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Benjamin Teuber\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: CATAN Studio\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare instructions: Keep cards dry and return them to the box after play. Wipe gently with a clean, dry cloth if required.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety information: Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small components.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌟 Adventure Awaits Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop CATAN On the Road into the caravan, glovebox or holiday bag for a quick game whenever the weather turns or the family needs a screen-free activity. Browse our full Games Collection here for more compact favourites made for travelling!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is CATAN On the Road?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCATAN On the Road is a standalone card game that condenses familiar CATAN resource gathering, trading and building mechanics into a portable 120-card format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need the original CATAN board game to play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. CATAN On the Road is a complete standalone game, so you do not need the original board game or any expansions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many people can play CATAN On the Road?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is designed for three to four players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a game take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical game takes approximately 15 minutes, making it much quicker than the traditional CATAN board game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat age is CATAN On the Road suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe official recommended age is 10 years and over. Younger players who already understand strategy card games may still require help learning the rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you win CATAN On the Road?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers collect and trade resource cards to build developments and expand their region. The first player to have seven visible victory points during their turn wins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VR Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48279318003933,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/3775\/2731\/files\/catan-on-the-road.webp?v=1785377321","url":"https:\/\/www.adventureawaits.com.au\/products\/catan-catan-on-the-road","provider":"Adventure Awaits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}