GL Catan is a software that revamps the well-liked board game, Settlers of Catan, coded in GLUT/OpenGL and C/C++.
One key feature of GL Catan is its 3D graphics, which allow players to interactively change the view by using their mouse. The game features 3D structures that are textured with nicely self-drawn textures and lighting effects.
Another impressive feature of GL Catan is that almost all of the textures are self-made, which adds a unique touch to the game. Additionally, the game has a self-made AI that, although not very advanced, is effective for this game.
The map editor in GL Catan is another standout feature. Players can create their own maps, allowing them to change all of the parameters of the scenario, including the number of players, tiles on the map, and points required to win.
GL Catan is also cross-platform compatible, allowing it to be compiled under both win32 and Linux platforms, making it completely platform independent. Players can also enjoy multiplayer on one PC, allowing them to play against each other in real-time.
For those who need help during gameplay, GL Catan has a context-sensitive help system. Players can press F1 to receive help, which changes with the situation.
The most recent update to GL Catan includes a cleaned up source code, translated German comments, removal of unnecessary variables, translated function names, and new textures for the c_exchange4to1 feature and the "about" and "cc_siegpunkt" textures. Overall, GL Catan is a great software version of the popular board game, fully equipped with impressive features and user-friendly options.
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