Announcements Announcements Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:41:31 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:41:31 +0000 Dovetail Games Forums https://forums.dovetailgames.com/forums/announcements.176/ Patch Addressing Map Randomisation & 5 - 6 Player Update Wed, 22 May 2024 08:18:54 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-addressing-map-randomisation-5-6-player-update.81619/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-addressing-map-randomisation-5-6-player-update.81619/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jan) dtg_jan
We are very happy to announce that a fix for the missing map randomisation feature has been found and released. This patch will also introduce a slew of other changes and the 5-6 player mode, which will be available for free for all users.

Please allow up to 24 hours for this patch to arrive on your consoles.

A note for all players on Nintendo Switch: The 5-6 player mode will only be available while your console is in docked...

Patch Addressing Map Randomisation & 5 - 6 Player Update]]> Update On Map Randomisation Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:32:24 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/update-on-map-randomisation.79691/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/update-on-map-randomisation.79691/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jan) dtg_jan
This is a quick update on the issue regarding the maps not randomizing as intended. We do not have a release date for the patch yet, but the good news is that we believe we’ve found a solution, and it’s currently being submitted to the platforms for review.

Our aim is to release this patch alongside the much-anticipated 5-6 player expansion update.
As soon as we have more news, we will share it with you. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Best regards,
Jan]]> 1 Patch Update - February 20th 2024 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:07:06 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-february-20th-2024.78996/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-february-20th-2024.78996/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jan) dtg_jan
We are very excited for the release of Cities & Knights as well as Bloom & Grow tomorrow, we hope you are too!
In preparation for this we have just released a patch that will lay the groundwork for the expansion and seasonal content, as well as change and improve a few things.

These fixes and changes are possible thanks to your continued support and feedback, for which we are very thankful.
You can find a comprehensive list of changes below, but to provide...

Patch Update - February 20th 2024]]> 2 Crossplay Now Available On Nintendo Switch Thu, 04 Jan 2024 10:02:35 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/crossplay-now-available-on-nintendo-switch.77675/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/crossplay-now-available-on-nintendo-switch.77675/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin
We have deployed an update this morning to enable online crossplay between all versions of CATAN - Console Edition. Thanks for your patience whilst we've worked on bringing this to you, and enjoy challenging your friends on Xbox and PlayStation!]]> Patch Update - November 20th 2023 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:52:26 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-november-20th-2023.76337/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-november-20th-2023.76337/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jan) dtg_jan
We just released a new patch for Xbox and PlayStation that will make it's way to your consoles within the next 24 hours.
One of the highlights is based on your feedback! We're happy to announce that you can now create custom online multiplayer games with 3 players.

And here's the full list of changes:

Added
  • Added support for 3 player online games

Changed
  • ...

Patch Update - November 20th 2023]]> Crossplay On Nintendo Switch Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:33:00 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/crossplay-on-nintendo-switch.75959/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/crossplay-on-nintendo-switch.75959/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin
For those of you eager and excited to jump into online multiplayer games with your pals on Xbox & PlayStation, we have discovered an issue that is preventing crossplay from functioning as expected. We are working on a fix and will let you know when we have a solution ready to deploy.]]> Catan Console Edition - Out Now For Nintendo Switch Thu, 09 Nov 2023 13:05:32 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-out-now-for-nintendo-switch.75954/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-out-now-for-nintendo-switch.75954/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jan) dtg_jan
I have some amazing news for you! CATAN - Console Edition is now available for the Nintendo Switch. That means you can trade, build and settle on the go or from the comfort of your couch!

What's more, you can play with your fellow Catanians, no matter which platform they use, thanks to the added cross-platform support. So, gather your friends and prepare for hours of fun with this classic strategy board game.

Available RIGHT NOW!
  • CATAN – Console Edition: Super...

Catan Console Edition - Out Now For Nintendo Switch]]> Pre-order Catan - Console Edition: Super Deluxe On Nintendo Switch! Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:01:29 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/pre-order-catan-console-edition-super-deluxe-on-nintendo-switch.75775/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/pre-order-catan-console-edition-super-deluxe-on-nintendo-switch.75775/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 135570

Pre-order your copy of CATAN – Console Edition on Nintendo Switch and save 10%!

You can pre-order CATAN - Console Edition: Super Deluxe right from the eShop on your console! For those of you in the US, you can pre-order via the website here CATAN - Console Edition: Super Deluxe USA...

Pre-order Catan - Console Edition: Super Deluxe On Nintendo Switch!]]> Reap & Sow: Fall Content Pack – Out Now! Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:00:02 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/reap-sow-fall-content-pack-%E2%80%93-out-now.75305/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/reap-sow-fall-content-pack-%E2%80%93-out-now.75305/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 133609

Reap & Sow, the first of the Season Pass content packs, is OUT NOW on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and X/S!

GET ALL THE DETAILS BY CLICKING ME​
]]> Catan - Console Edition Roadmap: Oct.13.2023 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:49:45 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-oct-13-2023.75142/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-oct-13-2023.75142/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 133103

Catanians, October is here so it’s time to Fall into this, the latest edition of the CATAN – Console Edition Roadmap.

CLICK ME TO READ​
]]> Patch Update - Oct.05.23 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:13:58 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-oct-05-23.74805/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-oct-05-23.74805/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 131900

This morning we released an update to all platforms, BUT before we get into the changes, something fun!

For those of you who already own the Season Pass, you may have noticed there's new, spooky, autumnal bits and bobs and some spooktastic new music in the game! The first of our seasonal content packs, Reap & Sow is here...

Patch Update - Oct.05.23]]> Patch Update - Sep.26.23 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:01:23 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-sep-26-23.73975/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-sep-26-23.73975/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 129749

We have released a small update that has been deployed to all platforms.

The Robber
This update is our first step to resolving issues affecting the Robber starting in the wrong place when playing online games while using Variable Setup. We understand this issue also has several knock-on effects in other areas of the game.

On further testing, this update significantly reduces the frequency of this issue occurring but, it has been found...

Patch Update - Sep.26.23]]> Patch Update - 21st July 2023 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:05:06 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-21st-july-2023.71808/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-update-21st-july-2023.71808/ invalid@example.com (DTG JD) DTG JD
This should be making its way to you soon. This will come to PS5 players next week. Have a lovely weekend.]]> Catan - Console Edition: The Helpers & Season Pass Are Out Now!! Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:59:13 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-helpers-season-pass-are-out-now.71789/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-helpers-season-pass-are-out-now.71789/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 122663

CATAN – Console Edition: The Helpers, Season Pass, AND Super Deluxe editions are OUT NOW on PlayStation & Xbox consoles!



Find out everything you'd ever need to know about The Helpers & the Season Pass by clicking me!​
]]> Catan - Console Edition Roadmap: Jul.06.2023 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 16:28:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-jul-06-2023.71356/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-jul-06-2023.71356/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 121290

It's Roadmap time, Catanians! We discuss The Helpers, Season Pass, Nintendo Switch, 5-6 Player Extension, Cities & Knights, and loads more!

]]> The Helpers & Season Pass - Coming 20th July! Tue, 04 Jul 2023 15:59:58 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-helpers-season-pass-coming-20th-july.71279/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-helpers-season-pass-coming-20th-july.71279/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 121109

Catanians, it’s been a while. So, we thought it was high time we treated you to a deluge of fun new things to get excited about, courtesy of this single article!

Mark your diaries for 20th July because we’ve got a lot of awesome things dropping, so let's not waste any more time on this opening paragraph and roll straight on into the good stuff!
...

The Helpers & Season Pass - Coming 20th July!]]> Patch Notes Apr.26.2023 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 09:06:23 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-notes-apr-26-2023.69664/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/patch-notes-apr-26-2023.69664/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 116273

Today we have released a game update bringing, among other things a Turn Timer to CATAN – Console Edition.

]]> Catan - Console Edition: Roadmap Apr.11.2023 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:59:21 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-apr-11-2023.69177/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-roadmap-apr-11-2023.69177/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 114784

Welcome Catanians, to the first CATAN – Console Edition Roadmap. Our goal is to have a Roadmap once every three months where we will discuss all things the future of the game. This will include quality-of-life improvements, new features, new content, and more.

Read the full article and watch the video by clicking me]]> Catan - Console Edition: Patch Notes Mar.21.2023 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:05:11 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-21-2023.68474/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-21-2023.68474/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 112833

Catanians,

We have released a small update today, the details of which you can find below.

[​IMG]Improvements to Second Screen
[​IMG]Players can now create Dovetail Live accounts from the Profile menu without issue.
[​IMG]Correct values will now be...

Catan - Console Edition: Patch Notes Mar.21.2023]]> Catan - Console Edition: Patch Notes Mar.10.2023 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 16:05:08 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-10-2023.65813/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-10-2023.65813/ invalid@example.com (DTG Alex) DTG Alex View attachment 111796

Our second game update for all platforms, addressing initial settlement and roads placement, functionality changes setting up multiplayer games and more!

As a...

Catan - Console Edition: Patch Notes Mar.10.2023]]> Catan - Console Edition: Patch Notes Mar.02.2023 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:37:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-02-2023.65588/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-patch-notes-mar-02-2023.65588/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 111143

Catanians,

CATAN – Console Edition is out now, and today we’ve released our first game update. This update is available on both Xbox and PlayStation, so be sure to make sure you update your game before you next jump in!

CLICK ME TO READ THE FULL PATCH NOTES!]]> Catan - Console Edition Is Out Now! Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:21:57 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-is-out-now.65538/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-is-out-now.65538/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin
​It’s time to Trade, Build and Settle on a boardgame that COMES TO LIFE! CATAN – Console Edition is OUT NOW on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, X/S!

Get the full story here!]]> Play Catan - Console Edition Now! Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:25:54 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/play-catan-console-edition-now.65359/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/play-catan-console-edition-now.65359/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 110322

Catanians, it’s February 23rd and that can mean only one thing. Early Access is here and CATAN – Console Edition is available to play RIGHT NOW for all of you who pre-ordered any edition of the game on Xbox and PlayStation consoles!

If you haven’t pre-ordered, and you’re thinking to yourself, “Darn it, now I have to wait till the 28th of February to play!”. I have good news, if you pre-order between now and the official release on February 28th, you’ll...

Play Catan - Console Edition Now!]]> Catan - Console Edition: The "longest Road" To Launch - Ep 3 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 17:30:06 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-longest-road-to-launch-ep-3.65119/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-longest-road-to-launch-ep-3.65119/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 109581

The final installment of the The "Longest Road" to Launch is here!!

Watch the video and read the article, here!]]> Catan - Console Edition: The "longest Road" To Launch - Ep 2 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:15:05 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-longest-road-to-launch-ep-2.64913/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-the-longest-road-to-launch-ep-2.64913/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 108948

Future Catanians, it’s me again, your pal Captain Beard. It’s been an exciting few weeks huh? We announced the release date, February 28th, pre-orders kicked off on Friday 3rd with a super rad trailer and now we’re here with our second episode of ‘The “Longest Road” to launch’! (The name of this series doesn’t really make sense, I know, but the wordplay is just too fun).

Anyway, today’s episode. We’re going to take a deeper look at multiplayer, both...

Catan - Console Edition: The "longest Road" To Launch - Ep 2]]> Catan - Console Edition - Now Available For Pre Order Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:17:57 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-now-available-for-pre-order.64692/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/catan-console-edition-now-available-for-pre-order.64692/ invalid@example.com (DTG Jamie) DTG Jamie

CATAN® – Console Edition is available to pre-order now and will be released on PlayStation & Xbox on FEBRUARY 28TH, 2023! Pre-order Standard and Deluxe Editions here - and get Early Access to the game on February 23rd:...

Catan - Console Edition - Now Available For Pre Order]]> What Is Catan? Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:05:10 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-is-catan.60740/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-is-catan.60740/ invalid@example.com (DTG Benjamin) DTG Benjamin View attachment 98732

A-ha! You're here! The latest cohort of willing subjects landing right here on Catan. Gather round, don't be shy! You’ll soon be making yourselves at home.

You do look a little a puzzled though. Fear not! I'm here to help. You may call me Captain Beard - resident tour guide and helper to all! I've been here for a long time so know a thing or two about how to get around. So, first thing's first......

What Is Catan?]]> Welcome To Catan - Console Edition! Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:31:06 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/welcome-to-catan-console-edition.60455/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/welcome-to-catan-console-edition.60455/ invalid@example.com (dtg_jd) dtg_jd www.catanconsoleedition.com!



You wake to the sound of the ocean and boats gently swaying in a warm breeze.

Suddenly, the ground shakes as two HUGE dice tumble. A road appears to your left, and a sheep bleats approvingly [​IMG]...

Welcome To Catan - Console Edition!]]>