Anno 117: Pax Romana - Gold Edition
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About Anno 117: Pax Romana - Gold Edition
Anno 117: Pax Romana - Gold Edition is a real-time strategy simulator set in the Roman Empire. Developed by Ubisoft Mainz, it tasks you with building and governing cities across provinces, balancing economy, military, and diplomacy. Released in 2025 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series, it blends resource management with territorial expansion. The Gold Edition adds three DLCs and cosmetic upgrades via the Year 1 Pass. Core gameplay revolves around optimizing trade, infrastructure, and population needs while fending off rivals. Ideal for players who enjoy careful planning and long-term strategy, it’s a deep but methodical experience with a focus on systemic complexity.
Gameplay
You start with a small settlement, constructing roads, farms, and markets to grow your population. Resource gathering, like wood, stone, and food, is automated but requires strategic zoning to avoid bottlenecks. Military units defend against invasions, while diplomats negotiate trade agreements or alliances. Multiplayer modes let you compete or cooperate in shared worlds, with objectives like capturing enemy cities or maximizing economic output. The real-time nature means constant micromanagement: fixing fires, redirecting traffic, or adjusting tax policies. Controls are responsive but dense, with hotkeys and a layered UI that rewards patience. Sessions often span hours, balancing reactive troubleshooting with forward-thinking expansion.
What Players Think
Critic score is 8.4/10, with 72% of players completing the base game. Average playtime clocks in at 38 hours, though 48% of users return after long breaks, citing "addictive systems" and "rewarding optimization." Community moods skew ambitious (38%) and organized (27%) but report stress (21%) from steep learning curves. Reviews praise the economic depth, "Every trade route feels like solving a puzzle", yet some note repetitive early-game tasks. Achievements focus on efficiency milestones, with 120+ total and a 68% completion rate. The Year 1 Pass DLCs expand mechanics like naval trade and provincial politics, boosting replayability for 61% of owners.
PlayPile's Take
This game is a must for strategy purists who thrive in slow-burn, systems-driven experiences. The Gold Edition’s DLCs justify the price for dedicated players, though casual fans may find it overwhelming. With 38-hour average playtime and a 48% return rate, it’s clear Anno 117 rewards persistence. If you enjoy mastering economies and planning at a granular level, it’s worth the investment. Avoid if you prefer fast-paced action or instant gratification. The 72% completion rate suggests depth, but be prepared for a steep time commitment.
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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