The all-new sixth edition of CATAN in English by CATAN Studios sits on a Dining Game Table from Carolina Game Tables. Behind the table sits the Deluxe Dragon Throne and Dragonhide Throw-pillow from the Elite Line by Carolina Game Tables.

Celebrating 30 Years of CATAN

by Tara Starnes in News
If you've ever entered a game shop or attended any kind of game night chances are you're familiar with the name CATAN. CATAN is a household name and cherished favorite in the board game world. 

In preparation to launch the all-new sixth edition of CATAN in English, CATAN Studios reached out to Carolina Game Tables for an exciting opportunity – a partnership between the world's greatest game and a world-class game table!

There was a mixture of excitement and bewilderment when CATAN Studio reached out to us to officially join in the celebrations. We've worked closely with the team at CATAN Studio to create customized versions of our Game Tables that will be used at official CATAN events.
The all-new sixth edition of CATAN in English by CATAN Studios sits on a Dining Game Table from Carolina Game Tables. Behind the table sits the Deluxe Dragon Throne and Dragonhide Throw-pillow from the Elite Line by Carolina Game Tables.
"Imagine playing your favorite board game with your favorite people on a Carolina Game Table! Our family's played CATAN for literally decades, and we were beyond thrilled to have Catan Studios reach out to us recently,” said Jodi Black, president of Carolina Game Tables. “We can't wait to see more people enjoy CATAN on one of our beautiful game tables. It's an honor to be part of their celebration this year."

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“We believe that CATAN belongs on every table, but there’s something to be said for playing a premium game on a premium table,” said Pete Fenlon, CEO of CATAN Studio. “The same love and care we’ve poured into CATAN for 30 years is evident in the quality of everything Carolina Game Tables makes.”

We can't wait to see how this partnership unfolds!
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