Anno 1701 History Edition

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"Anno 1701 History Edition" is a remastered version of the classic game, now updated with 4K resolution, improved multiplayer functionality, and save compatibility. The Sunken Dragon expansion offers 11 new missions and new opponents. Bonus content includes soundtrack, wallpaper, and a company logo for Anno 1800.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful environments and great city building mechanics, making it a joy to watch your city thrive.
The Sunken Dragon expansion adds a substantial campaign with many hours of gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
The graphics and soundtrack are exceptional, holding up well even years after the game's original release.

The campaign scenarios are weak, with many missions feeling mundane and overly simplistic.
Players have reported issues with saving the game, leading to frustration and wasted time.
The Ubisoft launcher has caused installation and configuration problems, detracting from the overall gaming experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its extensive campaign provided by a significant expansion pack, offering many hours of engaging content. Players appreciate the blend of old-school charm with modern mechanics, despite acknowledging that the gameplay is simpler compared to later versions. The game's baroque setting and overall design contribute to its status as a favorite among fans.
- “It was a shame the original game didn't have a proper campaign, but this one comes with a huge expansion pack that has a campaign lasting for many hours of gameplay.”
- “Great game mechanics and supply chain.”
- “Although the game is old and the gameplay is simpler than later versions, this is still my favorite Anno game because of the background time period being baroque and the concept design of the whole scope of the game.”
music
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The music in Anno 1701 is highly praised for its epic orchestral soundtrack, which is described as upbeat and grandiose, making it a standout feature of the game. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is filled with memorable pieces and highlight that all Anno games boast excellent music, with the added bonus of receiving the soundtrack for free with the purchase.
- “Anno 1701 has my favorite soundtrack, simply because it's very upbeat and grandiose.”
- “The whole soundtrack is full of these gems.”
- “But all of the Anno games have excellent soundtracks.”
graphics
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Anno 1701 features stunning graphics that were impressive at its 2006 release and continue to hold up well today, thanks to the skillful work of talented artists. The visuals contribute significantly to the game's engaging city-building and resource management experience.
- “Anno 1701 is the essence of the Anno series: city building, resource logistics, RTS combat, stunning graphics, and an epic orchestral soundtrack.”
- “Anno 1701 has awesome graphics that looked great in 2006, but still holds up very well due to the work of talented artists.”
- “Very entertaining with great graphics.”
story
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The story in the original campaign is criticized for being tedious, with seven out of ten missions focused on mundane tasks that fail to engage players. Additionally, the early missions are seen as unnecessary tutorials that undermine the player's experience by treating them as inexperienced.
- “The original campaign wastes 7 of the 10 missions doing mundane, simple tasks. Zzzz.”
- “The early missions are head scratchers... why are they training me again as if I'm a noob?”
stability
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Users have expressed frustration with the game's stability, particularly regarding the launcher, which is seen as unreliable and requiring user intervention to function properly. Despite some appreciation for the troubleshooting support provided by Ubisoft, the overall sentiment highlights significant issues with stability for a game that is nearly 20 years old.
- “The launcher that I already dislike, for a game almost 20 years old, doesn't work without the user troubleshooting it?”
- “I appreciate the guy at Ubisoft who put in the effort to provide troubleshooting steps.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that the grinding in this game is not tedious or overwhelming, contrasting it positively with experiences in titles like Anno 1800.
- “And it's not tedious and overwhelming like Anno 1800.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for misleading advertising, as it promotes multiple titles while only offering Anno 1701. This has led to user frustration regarding the perceived lack of value and transparency in the game's marketing.