
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,399
- BGG rating
- 6.7
Catan Card Game
- 2 players
- 60–120 min
- Complexity 2.4/5
- 1996

2007
Rules assistance for Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel is a board game released in 2007 for 2 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Klaus Teuber and its main mechanics are Race, Trading, and Dice Rolling.
Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel is a cardgame by Klaus Teuber. Based on the principles of the Settlers of Catan Cardgame and the Anno 1701 computer game players are pioneers trying to develop their island as best as possible - starting out with only 2 houses. Victory points are won for controlling settlers and citizens. Released: April 2007 This game is part of the Kosmos_two-player_series
Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel is 60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel has a complexity rating of 2.2 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel belongs to these categories: Card Game, Exploration, and City Building. Its main mechanics are Race, Trading, and Dice Rolling. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel are: Klaus Teuber. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.