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What changed in Catan Universe in 2025

52 updates · 7 main milestones · Mar 12, 2025 to Dec 15, 2025

  1. 1 event
    Festive Season Eventseasonal event

    Join the holiday-themed adventure from December 15 to January 7, featuring special festive avatar customizations.

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  2. 18 events
    Fewer 'kicked but still in match' edge casesnetwork
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    Better profanity filtering in chat and guild namesbug fix

    You’ll see clear error messages

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    Report window now closes properlybug fix
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    In-game chat fixes: no more random server messages in MP matchesbug fix
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    Turn timer behavior is more consistentnetwork
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    Cleaner, updated account and password reset emailsui ux
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    Whisper chat works againbug fix
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    Elo values normalized on leaderboardsbalance change
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    Invites, declines, and ready states work more reliablynetwork
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    Missing XP issues fixed and weird end-screen XP/Elo displays correctedbug fix
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    Friend requests are more dependablenetwork
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    'View progress' no longer throws errorsbug fix
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    More reliable auto-matchmakingnetwork
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    Registration/reset flows won’t get stuckbug fix
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    No more double 'End Turn' click after receiving VPui ux
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    Stopping your search now truly stops itnetwork
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    'Hide on leaderboard' actually hides you againui ux
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    Helpful popups when your friends/blocked lists hit their limitsui ux
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  3. 1 event
    Temporary Removal of Inactive High-Elo Accountsbalance change

    Accounts with Elo above 1400 that haven't logged in will be temporarily removed from the leaderboard from August 6th to August 8th.

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  4. 3 events
    Elo Cap Introduced at 1800balance changeMilestone

    A maximum Elo cap of 1800 has been introduced to maintain competitive balance.

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    Elo Adjustment for Ranked Playbalance changeMilestone

    Elo ratings adjusted: above 1400 set to 1400, below 800 raised to 800, 800-1400 unchanged.

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    Improved Matchmakinggameplay

    Matchmaking will be faster and more accurate due to better Elo distribution and leaderboard maintenance.

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  5. 2 events
    Exclusive Avatar Models for Ranked Playersnew content

    Win cool avatar models including the Sheep, Dog, and Wolf by participating in the season.

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    Return to CATAN – Welcome Back Seasonseasonal event

    Season runs from April 16th to April 29th with exclusive rewards for ranked players.

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  6. 10 events
    Adjustments and fixes to localized textlocalization

    Fixes across multiple languages

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    Various multiplayer improvements for better stabilityperformance
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    Fixed issue with friend requestsbug fix
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    Resolved recurring lobby popup bugbug fix
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    Adjustments and fixes to localized textlocalization

    Fixes across multiple languages

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    Fixed issue with friend requestsbug fix
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    Corrected visual bug in ELO display for Rivalsbug fix
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    Corrected visual bug in ELO display for Rivalsbug fix
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    Various multiplayer improvements for better stabilityperformanceMilestone
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    Resolved recurring lobby popup bugbug fix
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  7. 3 events
    Return to CATAN – Welcome Back Seasonseasonal eventMilestone

    Exclusive rewards, ranked competition, and leaderboard glory are back with the new season.

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    Server Maintenance for Season Preparationnetwork

    Servers will go into maintenance mode on April 14th at 11:00 AM to prepare for the new season.

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    Update 2.6.1 Launchsystem

    Update 2.6.1 launches on Monday, introducing the new season and features.

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  8. 14 events
    Improved Moderation Capabilitiesquality of life

    Improved capabilities to ban users faster for violating the ToS.

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    Custom Match Lobbies Functionalitycustom match

    5/6 player lobbies now work as intended.

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    Duel of the Princes mode in CATAN Rivals is playable againnew contentMilestone
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    ELO leaderboards will be more reliablequality of life
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    Seasons are returningseasonal eventMilestone

    More details will be shared soon.

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    Miscellaneous Fixes and Stability Improvementsperformance

    Various minor fixes and stability improvements.

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    Rivals Lobbies Functionalitycustom match

    Custom lobbies for Rivals now function correctly.

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    Improved stability for 5-6 player matchesperformance
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    Optimizations for the password reset processperformance
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    Password Reset Timeout Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused a timeout when trying to reset your password.

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    Elo Display in Leaderboards Fixedui ux

    Elo display in leaderboards now works as intended.

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    New Season Announcement Coming Soonseasonal eventMilestone

    A new season will be announced soon, available for all base game owners to participate for free.

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    Enhancements to the custom match systemcustom match
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    Elo Delta Display Fixui ux

    Elo delta is now displayed correctly after automatches.

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