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CATAN Dawn of Humankind Civilization Building Strategy Board Game - 3-4 Players, Ages 12+, 90 Min Playtime
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Brand | CATAN |
Material | Cardboard |
Theme | Educational |
Genre | Technology, Educational |
Number of Players | 3-4 |
About this item
- HUMANITY'S JOURNEY: Join the epic journey of humankind in the Catan Dawn of Humankind board game. Guide your branch of the human family tree to gather resources, migrate, and settle across the globe while advancing cultures and technologies.
- CLASSIC CATAN ROOTS: This game is a fresh and vibrant reboot of the original Settlers of the Stone Age, firmly rooted in the classic CATAN gameplay system. Enjoy the familiar mechanics with a host of new strategies and adventures to explore.
- GLOBAL MIGRATION: Embark on a global migration as your people create new technologies and cultures. Adapt to changing landscapes and challenges while forging your path to victory.
- INNOVATIVE MECHANICS: Discover innovative gameplay mechanics that breathe new life into the CATAN experience. Experience the thrill of advancing through different eras of human history.
- STRATEGY AND ADVENTURE: Dive into the world of Catan Dawn of Humankind, where strategy and adventure go hand in hand. Compete with friends and family to see who can shape the course of history.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.75 x 11.75 x 11.75 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.3 pounds |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B0BBMFK621 |
Item model number | CN3206 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 12 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #64,243 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #1,956 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Release date | February 1, 2023 |
Language | English |
Manufacturer | Asmodee |
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"Embark on humankind’s greatest journey. Guide your branch of the human family tree to gather resources, migrate, and settle across the globe all while advancing their technologies and cultures. This fresh and vibrant reboot of the original game Settlers of the Stone Age is rooted in the classic CATAN gameplay system with plenty of new mechanics, strategies, and adventures to discover".
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Number of Players | 3-4 | 3-4 | 3-4 | 3-4 | 3-4 | 3-4 |
Average Playtime | 90 minutes | 60 minutes | 120 minutes | 60 minutes | 60 minutes | 30 minutes |
Recommended Player Age | 12 and up | 10 and up | 14 and up | 14 and up | 10 and up | 6 and up |
Strategy Game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Adventure Game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Social and Community Game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Expansion Option | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Extension for 5-6 Players Option | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Scenario Option | ✓ | |||||
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Customers like the quality and strategies of the board game. They mention that it's an awesome game with fun elements of Catan and Ticket to Ride. They also appreciate the great variety of strategies and the different approaches to take. However, some customers are mixed on ease of use, size, and strategy.
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Customers like the quality of the board game. They mention that it's fun, has the fun elements of Catan and Ticket to Ride, and is a great change of pace from the standard game. The gameplay is far more complex, and it' s a perfect gift for families who love board games and for college students.
"...Compared To The Other Reviews /-: The game is fun just like everybody says, but most of these people have spent many nights in Catan...." Read more
"...The gameboard is thick and sturdy, wooden pieces and sturdy cards. I know this will last for many years as long as we take care of it...." Read more
"...Other than the fact that I enjoy the theme, I also like that during the game it seems as if you can build or do at least one thing per turn; there..." Read more
"If you like the other Catan games, this one is great! One of my favorite versions!..." Read more
Customers like the strategies of the board game. They mention that there is a great variety of strategies, and many different approaches to take.
"...Catan before, there's a very short learning curve and a very wide range of new strategies to adopt...." Read more
"...The development cards are also way better and do a variety of things...." Read more
"...and the great variation in strategies, new development and resource cards, and game pieces..." Read more
"We've had many hours of fun with this game. It requires strategy as well as luck to win...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the board game. They mention that it is worth every penny and well worth getting.
"...Our family loves this game!! It is kind of expensive, but it's worth it!..." Read more
"...a little more complicated than the origional catan board game but well worth it" Read more
"...Worth every penny! Very great for families with kids in early high school beyond, or adults to play with friends. I would definitely recommend it!" Read more
"...Well made, sturdy, and worth the price." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the board game. Some mention that it was very fun to play and simple to learn, while others say that it can be confusing for brand new players, has too many rules to learn before you can even start, and is too complicated for casual play.
"...If you've played Settlers of Catan before, there's a very short learning curve and a very wide range of new strategies to adopt...." Read more
"...This one can be confusing for brand new players!" Read more
"...Plus, there is a very good explanation of how to play on their web site, so check it out before purchasing...." Read more
"...It also takes too long. There aren't enough rules involved to make it worth playing for 3-5 hours TBH...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the strategy of the board game. Some mention that it has hours of strategy, a great combination of strategy and luck, and that the game only takes about an hour. However, others say that it takes a long time and is not as fun as the original game.
"...A word of caution: this game can take a large amount of time...." Read more
"...It is kind of expensive, but it's worth it! The game only takes us about an hour even though the box says 90 minutes and the box says 3-4 players,..." Read more
"...The cargo pieces are so tiny!It also takes too long...." Read more
"...However, this is a minor complaint. Likewise, the game can take a long time but you can also set a limit for the settlement/packages required if..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the board game. Some mention that the board is very large, while others say that the pieces are small. The length and size of rails are also mentioned as being important. Some customers also say that there should have been a cubby for cargo or that the houses should have had a cabby for the cargo.
"...wood, and the board and box are hefty enough to last; but, the pieces are small, so, make sure to keep them away from little mouths..." Read more
"...- this game has a lot of pieces (some quite small) and the board is very large...." Read more
"...We were constantly adjusting them on the board. Train tracks were too big, the houses should have had a cubby for cargo or something like that...." Read more
"...Larger game board, so you probably won't find yourself trapped and cut off in a small area between two opponents like the original Catan.-..." Read more
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What's Great (: No sheep!! If you've played Settlers of Catan before, there's a very short learning curve and a very wide range of new strategies to adopt. A great "social" board game all about America - bring out the Freedom Fries!!
What's Not Great ): You might need to re-read the rules before you feel comfortable with them. Four-player games can get VERY crowded and you cannot expand this game to 6-players... all the more reason to tell little Johnny that he won't be getting a little brother or sister.
What You Need To Know ?-: If you haven't played a Settlers game before, you should start with Settlers of Catan. In this game you have limited options for placing cities and hexes stop producing!! ...in my experience, you can't actually ride on the trains.
Compared To The Other Reviews /-: The game is fun just like everybody says, but most of these people have spent many nights in Catan. I'm sure there's an historical aspect to the game - I'm just too busy winning to notice.
About Me }(-: I love playing Catan games and win about 66% of the time (I'll sign autographs later). This is the only Catan game that I can consistently beat my sister at (I can smoke her at Monopoly and Clue and Battleship... the game, not the "movie.")
Other than the fact that I enjoy the theme, I also like that during the game it seems as if you can build or do at least one thing per turn; there is very little time waiting while there is a famine of 8s or 6s (if you have played Catan you will know what I mean), or the robber is on your only source of coal.
**For those that have not played Settlers of Catan** I would venture to guess that since the rules are very well written, no prior knowledge of Catan would be needed. Plus, there is a very good explanation of how to play on their web site, so check it out before purchasing. Give yourselves a few hours to play, have stimulating conversations, eat some ice cream, and for your wife to feed your 5 month old; playing a Catan game is more of an event than a quick diversion. The pieces are a very sturdy wood, and the board and box are hefty enough to last; but, the pieces are small, so, make sure to keep them away from little mouths (human or otherwise). In a world of fast paced do-dads and gadgets that tie us to work 24-7, Trails to Rails (and other Catan games) is a great diversion that allows for fellowship and fun.
Altogether, this game will keep its space on my shelf next to Agricola, Puerto Rico, Twilight Struggle, and Settlers of Catan for those days we want to relive the romanticized days of the Oregon Trail, Trans Continental Railroad, Robber Barons, and Little House on the Prairie (at least for my wife).
Pros:
- Great theme for anyone that is a fan of U.S. History and Settlers of Catan
- Appealing artwork; U.S.A. made out of Catan hexes looks better than expected
- Simple game mechanics that allow for solid strategic game play
- More balanced game play than a random map and numbers game of Catan
- Extraordinary building phase (can build on other persons turn)
- Rail system and a built in compulsion to move West (similar to Seafarers island scenarios)both historical and interesting
Cons:
- Not modular like the original Catan, so the game becomes less varied (only some of the numbers can be changed, others are printed on the game board, but this can be modified with a little help from other Catan number pieces)
- Some geographical historical inaccuracies (Las Vegas being a destination for early settlers for example)
- Although problematic in regards to being P.C. it would have been nice to see the Native Americans have a larger role in the game (in all fairness though, they are used on one card and mentioned in the history section of the rule book).
- Unlike the product features suggests, it does not have as near as much the replay value of Settlers of Catan and its expansions
- My wife does not like losing
*Why only four stars? Because next to Agricola, Puerto Rico, and the original Settlers of Catan, which are in the category of games that I would place Trails to Rails, this game, although very fun, is not quite at the level of these others so for the sake of differentiation I gave it a very well deserved four stars.
I think the board pieces could be designed better. We were constantly adjusting them on the board. Train tracks were too big, the houses should have had a cubby for cargo or something like that. The cargo pieces are so tiny!
It also takes too long. There aren't enough rules involved to make it worth playing for 3-5 hours TBH.
There is decent replay value but not nearly as much as the original Catan.
Top reviews from other countries
A good addition if tou are already used to the catan format in other games