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Anno 117 Earns Strong Early Reviews for Trade Depth and Naval Combat

Critics highlight deep trade systems, tactical naval combat, flexible city design, smooth console controls.

Overview

  • Set in imperial Rome with optional expansion into Albion, the game emphasizes player choice in region and cultural approach.
  • Complex supply chains and ship-based routes across multiple islands anchor the economy and progression.
  • Naval battles reward positioning and wind management, while ground warfare exists as a lighter, avoidable layer.
  • City planning gains new freedom through diagonal roads and varied ways to satisfy population needs that shape benefits.
  • The campaign functions as a brief on-ramp, with the endless mode delivering long-term depth on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series with responsive controls.