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Anno 1503 History Edition

Experience the classic gameplay of 1503 A.D.: The New World, optimized for current computers with resolutions up to 4K.

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April 22, 2024
2 years and 102 days ago
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About the Game

Dive into the classic gameplay and long-lost multiplayer mode with the Anno 1503 and its expansion Treasures, Monsters & Pirates in this History Edition, updated and optimized to work smoothly on current computers.

The Treasures, Monsters & Pirates expansion for Anno 1503 features exciting new single-player scenarios and sandbox games, new buildings and animals as well as gameplay improvements.

Your cities look better than ever, thanks to resolutions all the way up to 4k.
Discover Anno 1503’s long-lost multiplayer, released officially for the first time!
Enjoy all improvements while continuing your existing game, thanks to full save compatibility.
Take advantage of improvements like borderless window mode and improved scrolling.

This edition also offers bonus content includes soundtrack and a wallpaper, as well as a company logo for Anno 1800.