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Anno 1404 - History Edition on Steam

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Relive the captivating gameplay of a true city-building classic with Anno® 1404 History Edition.

Anno 1404 - History Edition is a strategy, city builder and simulation game developed by Ubisoft Mainz and published by Ubisoft.
Released on June 25th 2020 is available only on Windows.

It has received 3,048 reviews of which 2,484 were positive and 564 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.


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Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: FX 4130 – 3.9 Ghz, I3-3220 – 3.3 Ghz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GTX 660, R7 265
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 7.8 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Any

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2 hours played
Sept. 2026
🏰 Anno 1404 Is Great — But Give Yourself Time to Learn It ⭐ 7.1/10 — Recommended I really like Anno 1404, but this is definitely another game with a fairly steep learning curve. The best way I can describe it is something like Civilization meets Age of Empires. There is strategy, city building, resource management, and a lot going on under the surface. Some parts of the gameplay are very intuitive, while others are not quite as obvious as I expected. Because of that, I would strongly recommend going into it knowing that you may need to restart a few times while you learn how everything works. Once the mechanics start feeling more natural, the game becomes much more enjoyable. ⭐ My Score: 7.1/10 👍 Recommended My advice: give yourself some time, do not be afraid to start over, and treat your first few attempts as part of the learning process. I have not made a video on this one yet, but I plan to as I get more comfortable with the game. And if you want to see me jump in early and probably make a few questionable kingdom-management decisions along the way 😂, leave a request and I may just give it a shot on the channel. 🎮 Gaming with Geronimo https://www.youtube.com/@GamingWithGeronimo
66 hours played
July 2026
great game; works out of the box with Fedora 44; only a ubisoft account is needed for which reason ever...
13 hours played
June 2026
Anno 1404 - History Edition is, in my opinion, still the best entry point into the Anno series and one of the finest city builders ever made. It strikes a near-perfect balance between accessibility and depth. The game can certainly be challenging, especially once production chains start expanding, but it never feels overwhelming. There is always another problem to solve, another island to settle, or another trade route to optimize, and that's what makes it so addictive. One of the things I appreciate most about Anno 1404 is how approachable it is. New players can learn the basics without too much trouble, while experienced players still have plenty of room to optimize and create massive, efficient empires. The pacing is excellent, allowing you to slowly expand your civilization while introducing new mechanics at a comfortable rate. The campaign deserves special mention as well. It does a fantastic job of teaching the game while telling an enjoyable story. Unlike some strategy games that treat their campaigns as little more than tutorials, Anno 1404's missions are memorable and genuinely fun to play. They provide a great introduction to the game's systems and are still worth revisiting even after learning the ropes. Another aspect that often gets overlooked is the co-op mode. While the campaign itself is single-player, free play with friends is incredibly easy to set up and surprisingly painless. Sharing control over the same empire, planning production chains together, and slowly building up a thriving civilization creates a very relaxing and enjoyable multiplayer experience. Few city builders handle cooperative play this smoothly. The History Edition itself is also a fantastic package. Performance improvements, support for modern systems, and all of the original content make it the definitive version of an already excellent game. Better yet, it frequently goes on sale for very little money, making it one of the best values in the strategy genre. Even after all these years, Anno 1404 remains timeless. It may not have the complexity of Anno 1800 or the futuristic setting of some other entries, but it nails the fundamentals so well that it never gets old. For anyone interested in city builders or management games, I honestly believe this is the best place to start. It is a classic that deserves to be remembered and celebrated for many years to come.
148 hours played
May 2026
This is the best city builder game I have ever played. Really easy to understand, has lovable characters and a really fun campaign. Would definitely recommend!
396 hours played
March 2026
Being able to play this game without the memory leak means you can actually play late-game and not have to reload every 20 minutes or risk crashing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Anno 1404 - History Edition is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.99€ on Steam.

Yes, Anno 1404 - History Edition received 2,484 positive votes out of a total of 3,048 achieving a rating of 7.87.
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Anno 1404 - History Edition was developed by Ubisoft Mainz and published by Ubisoft.

Yes, Anno 1404 - History Edition is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition is not playable on MacOS.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition is not playable on Linux.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition is not playable on Steam Deck.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition is not playable on Steam Machine.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition does not support VR.

Anno 1404 - History Edition offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

Anno 1404 - History Edition includes Co-op mode where you can team up with friends.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition does not currently offer any DLC.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition does not support Steam Remote Play.

No, Anno 1404 - History Edition does not currently support Steam Family Sharing.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Anno 1404 - History Edition.

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Anno 1404 - History Edition PEGI 12
Rating
7.9
2,484
564
Game modes
Multiplayer
Online players
153
Developer
Ubisoft Mainz
Publisher
Ubisoft
Release 25 Jun 2020
Platforms