Is Catan still worth buying in 2024?

Reviewers are split. BoardGameGeek calls it one of the most influential modern designs, and the 6th edition gets credit on hobbyist sites for cleaner rules and updated art. But r/boardgames threads consistently flag that the dice-driven economy can feel luck-heavy, and many seasoned hobbyists now prefer newer engine-builders. It still works well as a family gateway game; experienced strategy players may want something heavier.