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24 games like Catan Universe (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

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The short version

Closest match: GWENT: The Witcher Card Game, which both strategy and relaxing.
Catan Universe is tagged Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play, Card Game, Tabletop, Singleplayer by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
10 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value Catan Universe

The five things Steam players tag Catan Universe with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.

Board Game
Multiplayer
Casual
Strategy
Free to Play

Catan Universe at a glance
Reception	Mixed on Steam (48% of 18,112)
Watch-outs	no widespread problems reported by players
Price	Free

Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.

How these were matched

Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.

Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.

All 24, closest first

1
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Card Game; released around the same time (2020).
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game at a glance
Released 2020 Studio CD PROJEKT RED
Player sentiment 86% positive of 27,710 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 27,710)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Card Game, RPG, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayStrategyCard GameCasualBoard Game
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2
Dota Underlords
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Casual; released around the same time (2019).
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Valve
Player sentiment 82% positive of 90,947 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 90,947)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Auto Battler, Casual, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayStrategyCasualBoard GameCard Game
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3
RISK: Global Domination
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Board Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2020).
Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players
RISK: Global Domination at a glance
Released 2020 Studio SMG Studio
Player sentiment 79% positive of 41,614 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 41,614)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Board Game, Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayBoard GameStrategyTabletopCasual
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4
Talisman: Digital Classic Edition
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Board Game, Tabletop and Strategy; released around the same time (2014).
The complete 4th Edition experience of the classic fantasy adventure board game, Talisman. On your travels, you will need strength, courage and some good dice rolls to survive the dangers you face and beat your opponents to the centre of the board!
Talisman: Digital Classic Edition at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Nomad Games
Player sentiment 78% positive of 10,010 Price $6.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 10,010)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Board Game, Tabletop, Strategy, Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $6.99 — $6.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameTabletopStrategyCard GameCasual
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5
The Elder Scrolls: Legends
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
The Elder Scrolls: Legends™ is an award- winning free-to-play strategy card game based on the world and lore of the Elder Scrolls series. Play for hours or minutes across many game modes that are easy to learn but challenging to master.
The Elder Scrolls: Legends at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Sparkypants Studios, LLC
Player sentiment 75% positive of 11,074 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 11,074)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Trading Card Game, Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameStrategyBoard GameCasual
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6
Simply Chess
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Board Game, Strategy and Free to Play; released around the same time (2015).
The classic board game comes to Steam with asynchronous online play and 100 levels of AI. If you are a chess enthusiast or someone who just likes to play a game now and again, this is what you've been looking for. This is Simply Chess.
Simply Chess at a glance
Released 2015 Studio BlueLine Games
Player sentiment 75% positive of 3,637 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 3,637)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Chess, Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameStrategyFree to PlayCasualTabletop
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7
UNO
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Card Game, Tabletop and Board Game; released around the same time (2017).
UNO™ is the iconic card game reimagined with a large variety of gameplay and customization options. Play solo or with friends, personalize your experience from rules to cosmetics, and try the Happy Hour!
UNO at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Ubisoft Entertainment
Player sentiment 70% positive of 54,179 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (70% of 54,179)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Card Game, Multiplayer, Tabletop, Board Game, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Card GameTabletopBoard GameCasualStrategy
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8
KARDS - The WWII Card Game
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Board Game; released around the same time (2020).
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WWII Card Game at a glance
Released 2020 Studio 1939 Games
Player sentiment 68% positive of 51,102 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (68% of 51,102)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, World War II, Trading Card Game, Wargame — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameBoard GameStrategyCasual
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9
Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Board Game, Free to Play and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
Business Tour is a free-to-play multiplayer tabletop game. Build your own monopoly, play with friends, complete daily tasks, and compete against players from around the world. Easy to learn, fun to master, and perfect for quick matches.
Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer at a glance
Released 2017 Studio 8Floor
Player sentiment 60% positive of 80,320 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (60% of 80,320)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Board Game, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Strategy, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameFree to PlayStrategyCasualTabletop
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10
FPS Chess
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Board Game and Strategy.
Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.
FPS Chess at a glance
Released 2022 Studio Meta Fork
Player sentiment 84% positive of 43,953 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (84% of 43,953)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: FPS, PvP, Shooter, Free to Play, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayBoard GameStrategyTabletopCasual
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11
Astral Party
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Board Game, Free to Play and Strategy.
Astral Party is a multiplayer party game populated by cute anime girls! Choose your favorite character, strategize skills & cards, and roll the dice to destroy friendships in this unique board game.
Astral Party at a glance
Released 2024 Studio STAR ENGINE PROJECT
Player sentiment 55% positive of 21,257 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.4/10 · Steam: Mixed (55% of 21,257)
Matches Catan Universe on: 5 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Sexual Content, Hentai, Anime, Board Game, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameFree to PlayStrategyCasualCard Game
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12
100% Orange Juice
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Board Game, Strategy and Card Game; released around the same time (2014).
100% Orange Juice is a digital multiplayer board game populated by developer Orange Juice's all-star cast. Characters from Flying Red Barrel, QP Shooting, Suguri and Sora come together with all-new characters to duke it out... with dice.
100% Orange Juice at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Orange_Juice
Player sentiment 91% positive of 30,159 Price $6.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 30,159)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Anime, Board Game, Cute, Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $6.99 — $6.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameStrategyCard GameCasual
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13
Poker Night 2
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Card Game, Casual and Strategy; released around the same time (2013).
The chips are down and the ante is up in this sentence already bursting with poker clichés! Take the fifth seat in Poker Night 2, at a table featuring Claptrap (Borderlands 2), Brock Samson (The Venture Bros.), Ash (Army of Darkness) and Sam (Sam and Max series).
Poker Night 2 at a glance
Released 2013 Studio Telltale Games
Player sentiment 88% positive of 7,412 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 7,412)
Matches Catan Universe on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Card Game, Comedy, Casual, Singleplayer, Gambling — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Card GameCasualStrategyBoard Game
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14
Hitman Go
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Casual and Board Game; released around the same time (2014).
Hitman GO is a simple to play, but difficult to master turn-based strategy game set in a stunning interpretation of the Hitman universe.
Hitman Go at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Square Enix Montréal
Player sentiment 86% positive of 2,396 Price $1.59
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 2,396)
Matches Catan Universe on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Puzzle, Turn-Based, Singleplayer, Stealth — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $1.59 — $1.59 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:StrategyCasualBoard GameTabletop
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15
Faeria
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Card Game, Strategy and Board Game; released around the same time (2017).
With its unique living board, Faeria is also the only card game where you can gain all 300 cards in less than 50 hours.
Faeria at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Abrakam Entertainment SA
Player sentiment 84% positive of 7,213 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (84% of 7,213)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Card Game, Strategy, Massively Multiplayer, Multiplayer, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Card GameStrategyBoard GameCasual
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16
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links at a glance
Released 2017 Studio KONAMI
Player sentiment 83% positive of 44,952 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 44,952)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Anime, Strategy, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameStrategyCasual
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17
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2014).
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Infinity Plus 2
Player sentiment 79% positive of 10,815 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 10,815)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Match 3, Puzzle, PvE, PvP — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameStrategyCasual
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18
Eternal Card Game
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2018).
Six-guns and sorcery collide in Eternal, the new strategy card game of unlimited choices and unbelievable fun. Eternal brings AAA pace and polish to the infinite possibilities of a deep strategy card game. The only limits are your own creativity.
Eternal Card Game at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Dire Wolf
Player sentiment 77% positive of 7,040 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 7,040)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Card Battler, Strategy, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameStrategyCasual
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19
Shadowverse CCG
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2016).
Four million battles every day. One Shadowverse. Japan's #1 strategic card game. Made by card gamers for card gamers.
Shadowverse CCG at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Cygames, Inc.
Player sentiment 74% positive of 15,062 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (74% of 15,062)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Battler, Trading Card Game, Deckbuilding, Anime — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Free to PlayCard GameStrategyCasual
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20
Richman10
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Tabletop and Strategy; released around the same time (2019).
"Richman10" is a classic chess game in which players earn money by luck (dicing) and strategy (buying land and buying cards) to defeat other players. Fine arts adopt pure 3D Q version of the original painting style. Game modes include: story mode, biography mode, multi-person hot seat mode, network mode.
Richman10 at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Softstar Technology (Beijing) Co.,Ltd
Player sentiment 52% positive of 14,699 Price $13.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.1/10 · Steam: Mixed (52% of 14,699)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Casual, Multiplayer, Tabletop, Strategy, Local Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $13.99 — $13.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:CasualTabletopStrategyBoard Game
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21
MONOPOLY PLUS
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Board Game, Casual and Tabletop; released around the same time (2017).
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY TO OWN IT ALL! Build your empire on a colorful and 3D lively city animated by funny sidekicks! MONOPOLY® PLUS brings the classic franchise to a new level on PC with amazing animations, customizable house rules!
MONOPOLY PLUS at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Ubisoft Pune
Player sentiment 42% positive of 16,516 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.5/10 · Steam: Mixed (42% of 16,516)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Board Game, Multiplayer, Family Friendly, Casual, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameCasualTabletopStrategy
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22
Liar's Bar
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Tabletop and Board Game.
Dive into this multiplayer online experience set in a sketchy bar where the games are as dangerous as the patrons. Join a table of 4 and test your skills in Liar's Dice and Liar's Deck, where lying and bluffing are key to victory. Ready for a night at Liar's Bar?
Liar's Bar at a glance
Released 2024 Studio Curve Animation
Player sentiment 90% positive of 56,220 Price $6.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 56,220)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Casual, PvP, Co-op, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $6.99 — $6.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:CasualTabletopBoard GameStrategy
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23
Poker Night at the Inventory
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Card Game, Casual and Strategy.
Prepare for a different kind of poker night in a very different kind of club and play against familiar faces!
Poker Night at the Inventory at a glance
Released 2010 Studio Telltale Games
Player sentiment 90% positive of 9,680 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 9,680)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Card Game, Casual, Comedy, Singleplayer, Funny — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Card GameCasualStrategyBoard Game
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24
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 3 player tags including Board Game, Casual and Strategy; released around the same time (2015).
Find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb. Your friends have the manual to defuse it, but they can't see the bomb, so you're going to have to talk it out – fast!
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes at a glance
Released 2015 Studio Steel Crate Games
Player sentiment 97% positive of 17,112 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 17,112)
Matches Catan Universe on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Casual, Strategy
Why players like it: Co-op, Local Multiplayer, Puzzle, Party Game, Board Game — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Catan Universe: $14.99 — $14.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Catan Universe:Board GameCasualStrategy
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GWENT: The Witcher Card Game at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	CD PROJEKT RED
Player sentiment	86% positive of 27,710	Price	Free

Dota Underlords at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Valve
Player sentiment	82% positive of 90,947	Price	Free

RISK: Global Domination at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	SMG Studio
Player sentiment	79% positive of 41,614	Price	Free

Talisman: Digital Classic Edition at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Nomad Games
Player sentiment	78% positive of 10,010	Price	$6.99

The Elder Scrolls: Legends at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Sparkypants Studios, LLC
Player sentiment	75% positive of 11,074	Price	Not listed

Simply Chess at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	BlueLine Games
Player sentiment	75% positive of 3,637	Price	Not listed

UNO at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Ubisoft Entertainment
Player sentiment	70% positive of 54,179	Price	$9.99

KARDS - The WWII Card Game at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	1939 Games
Player sentiment	68% positive of 51,102	Price	Free

Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	8Floor
Player sentiment	60% positive of 80,320	Price	Free

FPS Chess at a glance
Released	2022	Studio	Meta Fork
Player sentiment	84% positive of 43,953	Price	Free

Astral Party at a glance
Released	2024	Studio	STAR ENGINE PROJECT
Player sentiment	55% positive of 21,257	Price	Free

100% Orange Juice at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Orange_Juice
Player sentiment	91% positive of 30,159	Price	$6.99

Poker Night 2 at a glance
Released	2013	Studio	Telltale Games
Player sentiment	88% positive of 7,412	Price	Not listed

Hitman Go at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Square Enix Montréal
Player sentiment	86% positive of 2,396	Price	$1.59

Faeria at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Abrakam Entertainment SA
Player sentiment	84% positive of 7,213	Price	$19.99

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	KONAMI
Player sentiment	83% positive of 44,952	Price	Free

Gems of War - Puzzle RPG at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Infinity Plus 2
Player sentiment	79% positive of 10,815	Price	Free

Eternal Card Game at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Dire Wolf
Player sentiment	77% positive of 7,040	Price	Free

Shadowverse CCG at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Cygames, Inc.
Player sentiment	74% positive of 15,062	Price	Not listed

Richman10 at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Softstar Technology (Beijing) Co.,Ltd
Player sentiment	52% positive of 14,699	Price	$13.99

MONOPOLY PLUS at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Ubisoft Pune
Player sentiment	42% positive of 16,516	Price	Not listed

Liar's Bar at a glance
Released	2024	Studio	Curve Animation
Player sentiment	90% positive of 56,220	Price	$6.99

Poker Night at the Inventory at a glance
Released	2010	Studio	Telltale Games
Player sentiment	90% positive of 9,680	Price	Not listed

Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	Steel Crate Games
Player sentiment	97% positive of 17,112	Price	$14.99

Common questions

What game is most like Catan Universe?

GWENT: The Witcher Card Game, on the evidence we have. It both strategy and relaxing. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.

How is "similar to Catan Universe" decided?

By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.

Are these ranked by quality?

No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Catan Universe. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.

Do you get paid for these recommendations?

No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.

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