{"product_id":"catan-dice-game-portable-strategy-family-party","title":"CATAN Dice Game – Portable Strategy \u0026 Family Party Dice Game","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Legendary World of CATAN — Now in a Pocket-Sized Dice Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe iconic CATAN universe comes alive in this brilliantly portable dice format. CATAN Dice Game distills the land-building strategy and resource management that made the original board game a worldwide phenomenon into a fast, satisfying roll-and-write experience you can take anywhere. Roll the dice, collect resources, and race to build roads, settlements, cities, and knights across the island of Catan — all on a single score sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a sleek blister card with a striking red-and-gold CATAN design, this compact set is perfect for solo play, two-player competition, or group game nights. Whether you're a CATAN veteran or discovering the island for the first time, the Dice Game delivers the same strategic tension in a fraction of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 or more players (competitive or solo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 8 and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 15–20 minutes per round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom resource dice × 6, Score pad × 1, Rulebook × 1, Blister card packaging × 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDice Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 premium white dice featuring 6 CATAN resource icons color-printed on each face: 🪨 Ore (grey), 🌾 Grain (yellow), 🪵 Wool (green), 🪵 Lumber (dark green), 🧱 Brick (red-orange), 🛡️ Knight (gold) — vivid, instantly recognizable symbols from the classic CATAN universe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetail blister card with bold CATAN branding — compact, display-ready, and gift-friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840g (including packaging)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolo play, family game night, travel, CATAN fans, gifting, quick strategy sessions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight strategy — easy for beginners, satisfying for CATAN fans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoll-and-write, resource management, strategy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Play CATAN Dice Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCATAN Dice Game captures the spirit of building and resource management from the original game — streamlined into a fast roll-and-write format. Here's how to play:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 – Set Up Your Score Sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each player takes a score sheet from the pad. The sheet shows a pre-drawn map of Catan with roads, settlements, cities, and knights waiting to be built. This is your personal island to develop over 15 rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 – Roll All 6 Resource Dice:\u003c\/strong\u003e On your turn, roll all 6 custom CATAN dice. Each die face shows one of the classic CATAN resources: Ore, Grain, Wool, Lumber, Brick, or a Knight. The combination you roll determines what you can build this turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 – Re-Roll Up to 2 More Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e After your first roll, you may set aside any dice you want to keep and re-roll the rest — up to two additional times. This is your chance to optimize your resource combination and unlock higher-value builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4 – Build on Your Score Sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Using the resources shown on your final dice result, mark off roads, settlements, cities, and knights on your score sheet. Each structure has a resource cost — just like the original CATAN. Strategic placement and efficient resource use are the keys to victory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5 – Score After 15 Rounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e After all 15 rounds are complete, tally your score based on the structures you built and any bonuses achieved. The player with the highest score wins — and claims dominion over Catan!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CATAN Dice Game rewards smart resource planning and bold re-roll decisions. Every roll feels meaningful, every build matters, and every game tells a different story of settlement and conquest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.faq-item{border:1px solid #d0d0d0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden}.faq-item summary{padding:14px 18px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;background:#f7f7f7;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center}.faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.faq-item summary::after{content:\"+\";font-size:20px;font-weight:300;transition:transform 0.2s}.faq-item[open] summary::after{content:\"-\"}.faq-item p{padding:14px 18px;margin:0;line-height:1.7;background:#fff}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to know how to play the original CATAN board game to enjoy this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot at all! CATAN Dice Game is completely self-contained with its own rulebook and is designed to be enjoyed independently — no prior CATAN experience required. The rulebook explains everything clearly, and most players are up and rolling within minutes. That said, CATAN fans will immediately recognize the beloved resource icons and the familiar strategic feel, making it an extra treat for the CATAN community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan this be played solo, or does it require multiple players?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCATAN Dice Game is excellent for solo play! In solo mode, you simply challenge yourself to beat your own high score across 15 rounds — a deeply satisfying way to sharpen your strategy. With multiple players, each person plays their own score sheet simultaneously or in turns, then compares final scores. There's no upper player limit, making it ideal for any group size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs CATAN Dice Game a good gift for board game fans?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely — it's one of the best compact gifts for strategy game lovers. The bold CATAN branding and retail blister packaging make it visually impressive straight out of the box, no extra wrapping needed. It's a thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion, and appeals to both seasoned CATAN players and newcomers to the world of strategy gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bear Dice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48722174771394,"sku":"BDDGPO00285","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/5237\/6258\/files\/O1CN01h5xv4vcYh6D3thOC_crop_240_0_1440_1920___2208122440347_2c4be49e-876f-4ef3-9702-8cd3172e91e4.webp?v=1788417708","url":"https:\/\/beardice.com\/products\/catan-dice-game-portable-strategy-family-party","provider":"Bear Dice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}