Funskool India Secures Rights to Manufacture and Distribute CATAN

In a significant development for the retail sector in India, Funskool India Ltd has acquired the rights from Asmodee to manufacture and distribute the internationally renowned board game CATAN. This move adds another prominent title to Funskool’s expanding portfolio of international-licensed board games.

Asmodee, a leading global entertainment company specializing in tabletop games, has achieved substantial success with CATAN, selling over 45 million units in more than 40 languages worldwide. Last year alone, Asmodee recorded sales of over 110 million games and accessories across 50 countries. CATAN, known for its strategic gameplay rooted in exploration and trade, has become one of the most popular board games globally.

The domestically manufactured CATAN game will be available in India for Rs 3,499. It is compatible with any English language CATAN expansions, making it accessible to a broader audience in the country.

R Jeswant, CEO of Funskool India Ltd siad, “We are excited about bringing the most popular board game CATAN to India. Our customers will get to experience a Made in India product with international quality. CATAN is a great option for all above 10 years, as it stimulates strategic thinking and decision-making. This is a milestone for our group and strengthens our contribution to the Make in India drive.”

Alexia EBNER, Head of International Sales at Asmodee said, “We are delighted to associate with our long-term partner Funskool to produce, market, and distribute one of our flagship games - CATAN - in India. India being a crucial market for Asmodee, we look forward to this collaboration, and we expect CATAN to become a very successful game in India through this partnership as it is in many other parts of the world.”

Funskool India’s focus on domestic growth through partnerships with international brands aligns with the new regulations on mandatory certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for toy imports. With BIS-certified manufacturing facilities, Funskool India is well-positioned to collaborate with global toy manufacturers, ensuring that iconic games like CATAN are produced to international standards while supporting the Make in India initiative.