Catan Seafarers, the expansion that turned Klaus Teuber's classic into a hex-hopping naval race, is back in fresh livery. Pre-orders are now open for the 6th Edition, with stock expected to land in warehouses in May 2026. The 5-6 player extension is part of the same wave, so groups that always end up squabbling over who isn't allowed to play can finally settle the argument.
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Find events near youIf you missed Seafarers the first time around, it bolts ships, gold-bearing rivers and roaming pirates onto the base game and adds an eight-scenario campaign covering everything from establishing trade routes to building Catan's great wonders. It is the expansion most longtime Catan groups consider the proper "next step" after the base game, and getting it back into print in matching art is overdue.
The 6th Edition uses the same components and rules but with refreshed artwork, a redesigned rulebook and updated bits to match the 2024 base game refresh. Everything is compatible with any base set printed since 2018, so you don't need to bin your existing copy of Catan to play it. UK shops should follow the Asmodee NA window closely, with the expansion already showing on Hachette Boardgames UK listings.
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See how it worksIf Seafarers has been on your "should really get round to" list, May is the moment to grab it. And if you're dusting off the base game for the new expansion, find a regular game night near you on Backseat Gamer.
Sources: CATAN Shop | Asmodee North America | iXBT Games | GamesRadar
