CATAN Board Generator
Generate perfectly balanced CATAN layouts for an enhanced gaming experience
CATAN Board Generator
Generate perfectly balanced CATAN layouts for an enhanced gaming experience
FAQs
What is CATAN Board Generator?
An intelligent tool designed to create balanced CATAN board layouts by: - Optimizing terrain hex placement - Strategically distributing number tokens - Ensuring balanced resource distribution - Supporting both standard and seafarers maps - Following official CATAN guidelines
What Makes a Board 'Balanced'?
A balanced board layout is determined by: - Strategic distribution of high-probability numbers (6 and 8) - Proper spacing of red numbers - Equal access to all resources - Optimal harbor placement - Strategic desert positioning
How to Use the Generator
Simple steps to generate a layout: - Choose between standard or extended map - Click generate for a new layout - Check the balance score - Save or share the layout - Regenerate if needed for different options
Understanding Layout Scores
Our balance score considers: - Resource distribution evenness - Number token probability spread - Harbor positioning effectiveness - Overall map strategic potential - Starting position opportunities
Sharing and Saving Layouts
How to preserve your generated layouts: - Screenshot the layout - Share via unique URL - Save to your device - Print the layout - Access layout history
Standard vs Extended Maps
Key differences between map types: - Standard: 19 hexes for 3-4 players - Extended: 30 hexes for 5-6 players - Different resource distributions - Varied harbor arrangements - Adjusted number token placements
Technical Requirements
What you need to use the generator: - Modern web browser - JavaScript enabled - Screen resolution of 1024x768 or higher - Stable internet connection - Mobile or desktop device
Common Issues and Solutions
Troubleshooting guide: - Layout not loading: Refresh the page - Score not showing: Check browser compatibility - Can't generate: Clear browser cache - Display issues: Adjust screen zoom - Mobile viewing: Use landscape orientation