Anno 1800

The famous management/strategy game franchise returns with an episode marking a renewal in the saga's universe: Anno 1800, which takes you into the 19th century at the heart of the Industrial Revolution. You'll have to adapt and forge a powerful economic empire to expand your metropolis according to your own directive choices.

Gameplay of Anno 1800

An era conducive to the license

Anno 1800 takes place in the 18th century at the heart of the Industrial Revolution, which is a perfect setting for a management game like Anno. You'll discover historical facts from this momentous period in human history, and have to manage multiple aspects going beyond research and economics, while beingware of secret conspiracies.

Complete conquest

Here you'll need to dominate your opponents economically, diplomatically and militarily for a most complete Anno game, bringing together the best features of the various episodes in the series.

To develop your city into a powerful and extensive megalopolis, you'll need to develop your resources and participate in the design of innovative technologies rooted in the industrial revolution. To achieve this, the game features a more complete, realistic and demanding factory management system. Set out to conquer exotic lands, for example by attempting to colonize South America to expand your territory and claim the gold there. Send specialized expeditions to the four corners of the globe to recover various riches and establish your influence.

Finally your leadership skills will be put to the test in a world where conspiracies hover, other AI leaders can potentially form alliances with you if you're diplomatic enough.

Various game modes

First of all, you'll find a scripted campaign through a multitude of missions that will allow you to familiarize yourself with Anno 1800 and discover the saga if you're a new player. Tough challenges await you to spice up your games.

A sandbox mode will also allow you to build up your empire as you see fit, using the very many items and tools at your disposal in the freest interface of the entire series.

Finally, you'll find a fluid multiplayer allowing very gripping games where your skills as a player and leader will be put to the test.

Release date: April 16, 2019