{"product_id":"catstronauts-the-board-game","title":"Catstronauts: The Board Game","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOne Small Step for Cat, One Giant Leap for Catkind\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSomewhere between the launch countdown and the moment your crew touches down on the lunar surface, something magical happens at the table — the cats take over. \u003cem\u003eCatstronauts: The Board Game\u003c\/em\u003e captures that blend of charm and genuine cooperative challenge that keeps everyone leaning in, trading glances, and quietly rooting for each other to pull it together before the oxygen runs out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished by Atlas Games, \u003cem\u003eCatstronauts\u003c\/em\u003e is based on the beloved graphic novel series by Drew Brockington, following a crew of feline astronauts on missions to explore the solar system. The board game translates that spirit of adventure and teamwork into a cooperative experience where players work together — not against each other — to complete mission objectives, manage resources, and get their crew home safely. The theme isn't just decorative: the cats-in-space premise gives the game a lighthearted warmth that makes tense moments feel fun rather than frustrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlayers take on the roles of individual Catstronaut crew members, each with their own abilities, coordinating their actions to tackle the challenges each mission throws at them. It's collaborative problem-solving with personality — the kind of game where the table celebrates together when a plan comes together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCatstronauts\u003c\/em\u003e is designed for one to four players, and it shines brightest with two or three at the table — enough to spark real discussion without the coordination becoming unwieldy. Recommended for ages ten and up, it sits comfortably in the light-to-medium weight range: straightforward enough to teach in a single session, with enough mission variety and crew synergy to keep things interesting across multiple plays. It's an excellent pick for family game nights, a fun cooperative option for couples, or a welcoming gateway into team-based strategy games for players newer to the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe artwork carries the warmth and whimsy of the source material directly onto the table — if anyone at the table knows the books, recognition will be instant and delightful. The cooperative format means no one gets knocked out of the game early, and the mission-based structure gives each session a clear narrative arc with a satisfying resolution. For families looking for something that plays a bit more engagingly than a roll-and-move classic, or for groups wanting a cooperative title that doesn't demand a two-hour rules explanation, \u003cem\u003eCatstronauts\u003c\/em\u003e earns its place on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAtlas Games\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlayers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Player Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlay Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by mission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLanguage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnglish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Atlas Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44194369044568,"sku":"ATG 1510","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/4980\/8728\/files\/s-l1600_3437a818-ac81-4e16-ad7a-d30a7480efda.jpg?v=1780711071","url":"https:\/\/borealgaming.com\/products\/catstronauts-the-board-game","provider":"Boreal Gaming \u0026 Cards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}