CATAN expansions
Explorers & Pirates vs Legend of the Sea Robbers
| Question | Explorers & Pirates | Legend of the Sea Robbers |
|---|---|---|
| Our label | Depends on your group | Depends on your group |
| Buy order | #4 for CATAN | #5 for CATAN |
| What it adds | Ships that move freely, hidden islands, and missions: fight pirate lairs, haul fish, and trade spices. | A four-part story campaign built on Seafarers. Points carry over between chapters, with treasure chests and combat cards along the way. |
| What it fixes | Open sandbox play feels aimless; adds missions, exploring and pirates. | — |
| Type | Expansion | Scenario pack |
| Players | 2–4 players | 3–4 players |
| Rules load | Adds more rules | Adds more rules |
| Best for | Fine for any group | Fine for any group |
| What you need | Just the base game | Seafarers first |
| Price guide | $60–$100 | — |
| More | Explorers & Pirates details | Legend of the Sea Robbers details |