Are the expansions to game necessary or is the base game as enjoyable on its own?

Rivals for Catan is totally separate from the base game and expansions - it is a two player variation. I have never played it, but in my experience playing other 2 player variations from board games (I am thinking of 7 Wonders and the 2-player 7 Wonders Duel), I have loved the 2-player game. As far as expansions on the normal base game, they are definitely not necessary to have fun, but if you are playing a lot, it's nice to have the option to add new features to the game!

Are the expansions in the this the same ones that are being sold separately?

This particular listing is the base game for The Rivals for Catan, and does not contain any expansions. The expansions are available separately. Some sellers might offer bundled deals that included one or both of the expansions for this game. Some sellers also offer bundled deals that included other titles from the Catan lines. You should inquire with the specific seller if you are unsure about the items they have grouped together.

How is this different from the deluxe version?

The "deluxe" version also replaces the nice market and military wooden tokens with cheap plastic ones. I'd go after the other version of rivals for catan instead of this one if I were you.

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Mayfair Games Rivals for Catan

Product ID: 96049194

Details

Age Range (Description)
Kid
Brand
CATAN
Colour
Multicolor
Item Package Quantity
1
Number of Players
2

🃏180 cards for endless strategy

🎲2 dice for dynamic gameplay

🤝2-player perfect for head-to-head battles

Description

🎯 Outsmart your rival, rule Catan—strategy just got personal!

COMPACT READY - No assembly or batteries needed—jump straight into the action.
HEROIC EXPANSION - Recruit heroes and expand your domain through politics and trade.
PERFECT PAIR PLAY - Designed exclusively for 2 players—ditch the group chat, keep the drama.
DYNAMIC DICE DRAMA - Dual dice system adds unpredictable twists to every turn.
STRATEGIC SHOWDOWN - Master your principality with 180 unique cards and dice-driven tactics.

Rivals for Catan is a 2-player card game adaptation of the classic Settlers of Catan, featuring 180 cards, two dice, and tokens that enable strategic resource management, expansion, and competitive play. Perfect for millennials craving deep strategy without the scheduling hassle, it delivers immersive gameplay in a compact, ready-to-play format.

Specifications

ASIN	B00486TI3M
Assembly Required	No
Batteries Included	No
Batteries Required	No
Colour	Multicolor
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,184)
Date First Available	7 August 2012
Item Dimensions LxWxH	21.3 x 15.9 x 4.4 Centimeters
Item Weight	500 g
Item model number	5511619
Language	English
Manufacturer	Catan Studio
Manufacturer recommended age	0 months and up
Model Number	5511619
Net Quantity	1 Count
Number of Game Players	2
Number of Puzzle Pieces	185
Original Release Date	2018
Product Dimensions	21.27 x 15.88 x 4.45 cm; 500 g
Remote Control Included?	No

Reviews

C**Y

Love Catan but can’t always summon a full council of settlers? This 2-player version is the perfect fix, same strategic drama, half the scheduling headache. Finally, world domination without the group chat.

27.07.2025

R**Z

Es un juego que no es fácil de conseguir en España en tiendas especializadas. El juego ya lo conozco porque lo tengo pero llevaba un tiempo buscándolo para regalárselo a mi hermano. Buen precio y entrega rápida.

14.01.2013

M**N

Great version of the game! My wife and I love to play a quick 40 minute round. I think the mechanics work a bit better than the original, lots of handy dynamics to build resources and move along play. Very easy to learn and has built in expansion-type decks to build the game once you've mastered the basic version. Lots of replay-ability and great for the Catan vibe if you haven't got more than two people to play the full version.

30.12.2023

C**R

Love catan

17.06.2024

Y**N

Ordene el juego por los buenos comentarios que recibí de el, sin embargo no es un juego que me sirva pues las tarjetas son muy pequeñas y no alcanzo a leer su contenido a un y con lentes. Por eso sólo le doy tres estrellas. El envío fue rápido y llegó en excelentes condiciones. Lástima!!

19.04.2020

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