Free Catan Map Builder - Create Balanced Board Game Maps
Build perfectly balanced Settlers of Catan maps instantly. Our free online Catan map builder supports 3-4 and 5-6 player games with statistical analysis, mobile-friendly design, and export capabilities.
About Our Catan Map Builder
Our Catan map builder creates perfectly balanced Settlers of Catan boards for both 3-4 and 5-6 player games. Unlike random setups, our map building algorithm ensures fair resource distribution and optimal number placement following official Catan rules.
Key Features:
- Balanced Resource Distribution: Each player gets fair access to all resource types
- Optimal Number Placement: Prevents adjacent high-probability numbers (6s and 8s)
- Mobile-Friendly: Works perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktop computers
- Statistical Analysis: See probability distributions and balance metrics
- Free to Use: No registration or payment required
- Multiple Game Modes: Support for 3-4 players and 5-6 player extension
Essential Catan Rules
🎯 Victory Condition
First player to reach 10 victory points wins the game
🎲 Rolling 7
Move the robber, discard half your cards if you have 8+
🏠 Building Costs
Road: Brick + Lumber
Settlement: Brick + Lumber + Wool + Grain
🃏 Development Cards
Cost: Ore + Wool + Grain. Play on your turn (except when purchased)
🤝 Trading
Trade with players anytime, or use ports for better ratios
🛡️ Robber Rules
Blocks resource production, steal from adjacent players