🎲 Play Catan Online — Free
A full game of Catan, right in your browser. Standard rules, 1–4 player hot-seat with smart AI opponents, free trading, and zero downloads. Build settlements, trade resources, and race to 10 victory points.
▶ Play free nowWhat is this Catan online game?
Hex & Roll's Play Catan Online is a free, browser-based simulation of the classic Catan (Settlers of Catan) board game. It uses the standard base-game setup — 19 terrain hexes, number tokens, 9 ports, the robber, development cards, the longest road, and the largest army — so the experience matches the physical game you know. Games are saved in your browser (localStorage), so you can pick up where you left off without an account.
Features
Completely free
No download, no sign-up, no payment. Open and play instantly.
AI opponents
Empty seats are filled by a built-in AI that trades, builds, and plays the robber.
1–4 players
Play solo vs. AI or share one device in hot-seat mode with friends.
Bilingual
Switch between English and 中文 in-game anytime.
Works everywhere
Responsive web app — phones, tablets, and desktops, no install.
Auto-save
Progress is stored locally in your browser, so you can resume later.
Play Catan online
Tip: the game opens in the frame above. Give it a moment to load, then set up your board and start trading.
How to play (quick start)
- Place two settlements and two roads on the starting board, favoring high-probability number tokens (6 and 8).
- On your turn, roll the dice to collect resources from adjacent hexes.
- Trade with the bank, ports, or other players to get what you need.
- Build roads, settlements, and cities; buy development cards for knights and victory points.
- First player to 10 victory points wins.
Frequently asked questions
Can you play Catan online for free?
Yes. The Hex & Roll Catan simulator is completely free to play in your browser. There is no download, no account, and no payment — just open the page and start a game.
Is this the official Catan game?
No. This is an unofficial, fan-made implementation of the classic Catan rules built for learning and practice. It is not affiliated with Catan Studio or any publisher.
How many players can play?
The simulator supports 1 to 4 players. Empty seats are filled by AI opponents, so you can play solo against the computer or share one device in hot-seat mode with friends and family.
Does the online Catan game work on mobile?
Yes. The game is a responsive, browser-based web app, so it runs on phones, tablets, and desktop browsers without any installation.
Can I play Catan against AI opponents?
Absolutely. Any seat not taken by a human player is controlled by a built-in AI that trades, builds, and plays the robber with basic strategy — great for practicing openings on your own.
Does the game follow the standard Catan rules?
It implements the standard base-game rules: 19 terrain hexes, number tokens, 9 ports, the robber, development cards, the longest road, the largest army, and the 10-victory-point win condition.
More Catan strategy & tools
Pair the game with our Catan strategy guide and free tools to win more often: