Anno 1800

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Release Date: April 16, 2019

Another installment in the popular economic strategy game series published by Ubisoft and developed since 2011 by Blue Byte Software - Ubisoft's subsidiary studio known for working on The Settlers series. Like the previous installments in the Anno series, set across various centuries of human history, in Anno 1800, the player assumes the role of a steward tasked with establishing a prosperous metropolis.

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Anno 1800 is another installment in the popular economy strategy series developed by Blue Byte Software – Ubisoft's subsidiary studio. The game is available on PC and, as the title might suggest, is set in the period of industrial revolution – a time of grand geographical and scientific discoveries, as well as the ever-present industrialization.

Mechanics

Like the previous installments in the Anno series set across different centuries, in Anno 1800, a player assumes the role of a steward tasked with establishing a prosperous metropolis. One begins with a minor settlement inhabited by a handful of subjects, who have to gather resources, erect new buildings, and create complex trade relations allowing for the fast development of the city infrastructure. All the excess resources can be traded for the goods one currently needs the most.

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A player should to tend to the needs of the settlers and properly balance the budget, which at times of crisis can be patched up with trading the goods and increasing taxes – this, however, results in the decrease of population's happiness level. Diplomacy is also an important aspect of the game, as it allows a player to establish various relations, enter alliances, and wage wars with the neighboring states.

Game modes

The PC release of Anno 1800 offers the single player story campaign, a free play mode, and an elaborate multiplayer mode.

Technical aspects

Anno 1800 features high-quality visuals. The developers have designed detailed elements of both infrastructure and environment – each production process can be observed by players from up close in order to check, e.g. the progress of production in the local steelworks.

Misc.

The game's premiere coincided with the series' anniversary – the franchise has been started in 1998 with Anno 1602 and since then, the series has been expanded with a number of full-fledged installments and spin-offs developed for various platforms.

Platforms:

PC Windows April 16, 2019

PlayStation 5 March 16, 2023

Xbox Series X/S March 16, 2023

Developer: Ubisoft Blue Byte

Publisher: Ubisoft

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A series of real-time economic strategies in which players build resilient cities in different realities and time periods. Since 2007, the brand has been owned by Ubisoft, and over the years its development has been handled by various development studios, led by Max Design, Related Designs and Ubisoft Blue Byte.

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Anno 1800 Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-3470 3.2 GHz / AMD FX-6350 3.9 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 670 / Radeon R9 285 or better, 60 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

Recommanded System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon RX 480 or better, 60 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

Expansions

List of Game Expansions for Video Game:

Anno 1800: New World Rising

Expansion

December 8, 2022

Strategy

The twelfth DLC for the economic strategy titled Anno 1800. Anno 1800: New World Rising introduces a new scenario, a previously unavailable social layer (artists) and an additional monument (stadium), as well as islands waiting to be discovered.

Anno 1800: New World Rising

Anno 1800: Empire of the Skies

Expansion

September 20, 2022

Strategy

The eleventh big add-on to the popular 2019 economic strategy game. The biggest novelty introduced in Anno 1800: Empire of the Skies is airships, among which you will find both civilian and military models.

Anno 1800: Empire of the Skies

Anno 1800: Seeds of Change

Expansion

April 12, 2022

Strategy

Another add-on to Anno 1800, an economic strategy game developed by Ubisoft . Seeds of Change introduces a new scenario in which we play as Vasco de Oliveira, dealing with silver mining.

Anno 1800: Seeds of Change

Anno 1800: The High Life

Expansion

September 1, 2021

Strategy

The ninth add-on to Anno 1800, an economic strategy game developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte studio. In Anno 1800: The High Life we can build skyscrapers and shopping malls in our city, as well as construct a new monument - the Empire State Building.

Anno 1800: The High Life

Anno 1800: Tourist Season

Expansion

May 25, 2021

Strategy

The eighth DLC from the season es for the economic strategy by Ubisoft Blue Byte studio. Anno 1800: Tourist Season allows you to bring tourists to the city and provide them with entertainment in the form of visiting various attractions, riding tour buses or eating in restaurants.

Anno 1800: Tourist Season

Anno 1800: Docklands

Expansion

February 23, 2021

Strategy

The seventh add-on to the popular economic strategy from Ubisoft Blue Byte studio. In Anno 1800: Docklands we get the opportunity to build a warehouse district, as well as choose the specialization of the economy and export rare goods.

Anno 1800: Docklands

Anno 1800: Land of Lions

Expansion

October 22, 2020

Strategy

The sixth expansion to economic strategy Anno 1800. In the Land of Lions we go to Africa, where we have to use the new irrigation system among other things to establish a permanent bridgehead.

Anno 1800: Land of Lions

Anno 1800: Bright Harvest

Expansion

June 2, 2020

Strategy

The fifth add-on to Anno 1800. Bright Harvest focuses on agriculture. The innovations include tractors, which increase farm productivity, and numerous agricultural and industrial decorations.

Anno 1800: Bright Harvest

Anno 1800: The Seat of Power

Expansion

March 24, 2020

Strategy

The Seat of Power introduces a palace, which is a kind of command centre. It allows for a variety of regulations affecting nearby buildings and strengthens the influence or economy of our empire.

Anno 1800: The Seat of Power

Anno 1800: The age

Expansion

December 10, 2019

Strategy

The third large add-on to the economic strategy under the title of Anno 1800, developed by the creators of the original - Blue Byte studio. In Anno 1800: The age, players take command of an expedition to establish an outpost behind the northern polar circle.

Anno 1800: The age

Anno 1800: Botanica

Expansion

September 10, 2019

Strategy

The second major add-on to the economic strategy Anno 1800. In Anno 1800: Botanica players can build a botanical garden and a musical pavilion in their city. Add-on was developed by the authors of the basic version of the game and the previous DLC, the Blue Byte studio.

Anno 1800: Botanica

Anno 1800: The Sunken Treasures

Expansion

July 30, 2019

Strategy

The Sunken Treasures is the first big expansion to the game Anno 1800. DLC introduces a new feature line and additional terrains and items. The crafting system was also extended.

Anno 1800: The Sunken Treasures

Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Eldritch Pack November 16, 2023
DLC National Park Pack August 22, 2023
DLC Fiesta Pack May 23, 2023
DLC Holiday Ornament Pack March 16, 2023
DLC Industrial Zone Pack March 16, 2023
DLC Old Town Pack March 16, 2023
DLC Pedestrian Zone Pack March 16, 2023
DLC The Anarchist March 16, 2023
DLC Vehicle Liveries Pack March 16, 2023
DLC Amusements Pack March 16, 2023
DLC City Lights Pack March 16, 2023
DLC Dragon Garden Pack March 16, 2023

Ratings

Game Ratings for Anno 1800 Video Game.

8.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 86% of Critics. There are 63 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Gaming Nexus: 8.5 / 10 by Jason Dailey

Anno 1800 is one of the most addictive city builders that I've played on console, full of gameplay intricacies that create an intoxicating experience. With so many moving parts, it suffers a bit from the typical PC-to-console control issues that plague the genre, but I doubt that will stop you from spending hours building an empire.

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Screen Rant: 4.5 / 5 by Phillip Tinner

Anno 1800 is a series return to form that a poor tutorial can't hold back.

Full Review

PC Gamer: 84 / 100 by Rick Lane

Anno 1800 is a rich and sumptuous city-builder, easily the grandest and deepest Anno to date. Its early game is a wonderfully relaxing experience, while the later stages will have you scratching your mutton-chops and happily stretching your braces in equal measure.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (22,723)

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Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Engaging Gameplay: Many players find the game to be highly engaging and addictive, with deep mechanics that combine city-building, resource management, and strategic gameplay.
Beautiful Graphics: The visuals are often praised for their detail and aesthetic appeal, creating an immersive experience.
Variety of Building Options: The game offers a wide range of building and city management options, allowing for creativity and personalization.
Challenging and Rewarding: Players appreciate the complexity of the game, which keeps them challenged and engaged as they manage production chains and expand their cities.
Rich Content: The game provides a substantial amount of content, including campaigns and sandbox modes, along with various expansion packs that enhance gameplay.

The main cons of the game

Ubisoft Connect Issues: A significant number of reviews express frustration with the Ubisoft Connect launcher, citing issues with creation, difficulties, and the requirement of an activation code, which detracts from the gaming experience.
Technical Glitches: Some s report bugs, crashes, and UI issues that disrupt gameplay, including disappearing UI elements and problems with saving progress.
Steep Learning Curve: New players may find the tutorial unclear and the mechanics overwhelming, making it difficult to grasp the game's complexities initially.
Tedious Gameplay: A few reviews mention that the game can become tedious over time, particularly regarding micromanagement and balancing citizen demands.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

Improved Tutorial: Players desire a more intuitive and comprehensive tutorial that better explains game mechanics and controls to help new players acclimate.
Simplified Trading System: Some s feel that the trading mechanics are overly complicated and suggest that a rework could improve the overall experience.
Offline Play: The requirement for a constant internet connection to play single-player mode has been criticized, as it limits access for players without stable internet.
Better Integration of DLCs: Some s noted that expansion packs do not always integrate smoothly with the base game, leading to a disted experience.

Summary

Overall, while Anno 1800 is highly regarded for its gameplay and visual appeal, the Ubisoft Connect issues and technical problems are significant pain points for many players.

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