Catan Dice Roller
Roll two six-sided dice for Settlers of Catan with realistic 3D physics. See your resource number instantly тАФ perfect for game night or remote Catan sessions when you need a quick, fair dice roll.
How Dice Work in Catan
In Catan, one player rolls two dice at the start of each turn. The total determines which terrain hexes produce resources тАФ every hex has a number token (2-12), and any hex matching the roll produces resources for all players with settlements or cities on its corners. Understanding dice probability is key to strategic settlement placement.
The Importance of 7 in Catan
Rolling a 7 is special in Catan: no hexes produce resources, any player with more than 7 cards must discard half, and the active player moves the Robber to block a hex. Since 7 is the most likely roll (16.7% probability), the Robber moves frequently тАФ making it a core part of Catan strategy.
Catan Number Probabilities
Not all numbers are created equal. Numbers 6 and 8 are rolled most often (13.9% each, shown with red text on the board), while 2 and 12 are rarest (2.8% each). This is why experienced Catan players prioritize settling near 6, 8, 5, and 9 hexes for the most reliable resource income. The number tokens even show dots to indicate relative frequency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common roll in Catan?
The most common roll is 7 (16.7% chance), which activates the Robber. For resource production, 6 and 8 are the most frequently rolled numbers (13.9% each), making hexes with these numbers the most valuable for settlement placement.
Why are 6 and 8 in red on the Catan board?
The numbers 6 and 8 are printed in red to indicate they are the most frequently rolled production numbers. Each has a 13.9% chance of being rolled, compared to only 2.8% for 2 or 12. The dots beneath each number also show relative probability.
Can I use this for Catan: Seafarers or Cities & Knights?
Yes. All Catan expansions (Seafarers, Cities & Knights, Traders & Barbarians) use the same two-dice rolling mechanism, so this roller works for any version of the game.