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ANNO 1404 draws players into the spell of the Orient in the 15th century. A wealth of new features elevates ANNO’s proven gameplay to a new level. For the first time in the series’ history, players can interact with another culture and establish settlements there.
During their journeys to the Orient, players encounter exotic goods, technological achievements and unfamiliar architecture, which must be harnessed through diplomatic skill and economic relationships. Newly acquired knowledge from the advanced civilization and active trade with the Oriental culture bring players glorious prestige. In this way, they can populate the fascinating world of the Orient and lead the West to renewed prosperity.
Players gain new options for individually shaping their settlements as they grow into metropolises. Islands larger than any previously seen in the ANNO series, dozens of decorative objects and many monuments help players give their cities a distinctive appearance.
A new intuitive user interface, an engaging campaign, a fully customizable free-play mode and innovative community features provide beginners and experts alike with great entertainment and exceptionally high replay value.
ANNO is one of the most successful city-building strategy brands, with more than five million units sold worldwide to date. ANNO 1404 is being developed by Related Designs, the Mainz studio also responsible for the multiple-award-winning predecessor ANNO 1701.
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