My group has been playing Catan every weekend for a year. We love it but it’s getting stale. I’ve heard of Terraforming Mars and Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 as “next steps.”
We’re 4 players usually, sessions around 90 minutes max. We like trading and building but are open to new mechanics. Budget is around $50.
What would you recommend? I’ve looked at BGG but the top 100 is intimidating.
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 is THE answer. Same-ish weight as Catan, way more depth, almost zero luck. Your Catan group will take to it instantly.
I'd also throw **The Castles of Burgundy** into the mix. Dice-based so it still has that Catan-y luck element but with way more satisfying decisions.
Whatever you do, DO NOT jump straight to a 3.5+ weight game. I made that mistake with Brass: Birmingham and almost killed my group.
Ticket to Ride if you want a gentler step. But honestly your group sounds ready for something meatier. I'd go Pandemic Legacy: Season 1.
Check your FLGS! They'll usually let you try before you buy. Mine has demo copies of most of these.
Thanks everyone! Picking up Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 this weekend. Wish me luck on the teach!
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