For the first time in the strategy franchise’s history, a core Anno is coming to consoles (next-gen only) and fans will be able to play it this March.
If you’re mostly a console gamer (like me) and feel like you’ve been missing out on all the strategy good times, you’re in luck. Ubisoft has announced that Anno 1800 is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X on March 16th.
Anno 1800 is a strategy game that gives player the opportunity to show off their leadership skills: build gigantic metropolises, set up efficient and profitable logistical networks, colonize an exotic new continent, charter expeditions to the four corners of the globe, and dominate their opponents diplomatically, commercially, or militarily.
Developed by the very same studio behind the original PC version of the game, Ubisoft Mainz, the Anno 1800 Console Edition will offer players the full Anno experience with a completely redesigned user interface and controls powered by the next generation of consoles.
“Anno 1800 is a great success story for the studio and the 25-year-old Anno brand. The popularity and the success of the game on PC gave us the opportunity to develop a console version of the game, thanks to the power of the next generation of consoles. Bringing our most successful Anno game on consoles is a real chance for us to let new players discover our award-winning game for the first time and join our amazing community.” said Stéphane Jankowski, Executive Producer.
Starting today, players can pre-order Anno 1800 Console Edition. Two versions are available, Standard and Deluxe:
The Standard version includes the base game and the biggest game updates, costing $40.
The Deluxe version contains the base game, the biggest game updates and three cosmetics packs: the Pedestrian Zone, the Amusements Pack and Vibrant Cities, costing $50.
The more strategy titles on consoles, the better! Will you be picking up Anno 1800 when it hits on March 16, 2023?
