How to Make a Catan Game

Familiarize yourself with the kinds of games the company creates. For example, many Catan games have a medieval theme and are suitable for players of all ages.

Register for the Author's Meeting, which takes place every summer in the city of Gottingen. Since 1983, this has become a place for game creators to present their games to game publishers, including Catan, free of charge. You must write a letter requesting participation in the event. Locate the address where to send the letter on the Catan website.

Register for the Game Convention in the city of Essen, which takes place every year in October. You can have face-to-face contact with game publishers, including Catan, who set up stands and test out games from new creators for possible licensing. Visit www.merz-verlag.com to obtain specific information on how to register and make appointments.

Register to compete in the Game Author's Competition of the Hippodice Spieleclub e. V. This competition allows you to submit your game to publishers, such as Catan, who will judge your prototype and select a winner. You can enter two games into the competition. All competitors who make it to the final round will have their games presented in a detailed report that is sent to publishing companies, manufacturers and game producers. Visit www.hippodice.de for full details about the competition.