COMMERCIAL SUPREMACY: the presence of a metropolis shifts the focus to commercial supremacy, adding a new layer of competition.
REQUIRES BASE GAME: this is an extension; a copy of CATAN is required to play, ensuring compatibility with the base game.
NEW RESOURCES FOR DEVELOPMENT: introduces new resources to help you further develop CATAN and enhance your gameplay.
BARBARIAN INVASIONS: barbarians periodically attack CATAN, requiring all players to unite their efforts to defend the island.
INCREASED STRATEGIC DEPTH: places a greater emphasis on the strategic elements of CATAN, making each decision more impactful.