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If Anno 1404 - History Edition is your kind of game, the closest matches are Anno 1701 History Edition, Anno 1602 History Edition and Anno 1503 History Edition — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, challenging and contemplative. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →Anno 1404 - History Edition is a strategy and simulation game set in the medieval period, developed by Ubisoft Mainz and released in 2020 at $14.99 USD. Players manage cities through achievement-driven progression, handling population needs, production chains, faction politics, toll systems, and trade route optimization. Reviewers highlight the dual medieval-oriental setting as adding strategic depth, while players describe the city-building as meaningful from the start. The achievement system with over 400 challenges is described as rewarding, and the progression feels natural and intuitive. Players describe the experience as atmospheric, contemplative, and immersive. The game holds a 76% positive rating from 1,226 Steam reviews and is not supported on Steam Deck.
About Anno 1404 - History Edition: Relive the captivating gameplay of a true city-building classic with Anno® 1404 History Edition.
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Rediscover the classic gameplay of 1701 A.D. and its expansion The Sunken Dragon in Anno® 1701 History Edition.
Anno 1602 History Edition
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Relive the beginnings of the Anno® series with Anno® 1602 History Edition, updated and optimized for current computers.
Anno 1503 History Edition
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Third-strongest match for Anno 1404 - History Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Experience the classic gameplay of 1503 A.D.: The New World, optimized for current computers with resolutions up to 4K.
Anno 1800
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Ranked #4 for Anno 1404 - History Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Ranked #5 for Anno 1404 - History Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Build a flourishing trade empire by amassing wealth, influence and power. Outsmart your rivals through political and economic moves and dominate commerce in your county.
Anno 117: Pax Romana
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Shares faction politics and an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.
Stronghold: Warlords
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Shares an immersive mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Ranked #7 for Anno 1404 - History Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Besiege Great Khans, Imperial warlords and Shōgun commanders in Stronghold: Warlords, the latest 'castle sim' from Firefly Studios. Command AI warlords across the battlefield as you build a castle economy and new gunpowder-fuelled siege engines!
Stronghold: Definitive Edition
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Shares a challenging mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.
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Anno 1800
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Manor Lords
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Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.
Anno 117: Pax Romana
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Shares faction politics and an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.
Timber and Stone
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Shares a contemplative mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Hunt, survive, build and lead in the harsh Middle Ages: Create your own Medieval Dynasty and ensure its long-lasting prosperity or die trying! Play alone or team up with friends to enjoy the ultimate medieval experience.
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Anno 1800
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Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.
Anno 1602 History Edition
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Another title from Ubisoft Mainz, the studio behind Anno 1404 - History Edition. Shares Strategy with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Anno 1701 History Edition
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Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Another title from Ubisoft Mainz, the studio behind Anno 1404 - History Edition. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
Rediscover the classic gameplay of 1701 A.D. and its expansion The Sunken Dragon in Anno® 1701 History Edition.
Anno 1503 History Edition
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Anno 1404 - History Edition.
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Experience the classic gameplay of 1503 A.D.: The New World, optimized for current computers with resolutions up to 4K.
Frequently asked about Anno 1404 - History Edition
- Does Anno 1404 - History Edition work on Steam Deck?
- Anno 1404 - History Edition is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
- How much does Anno 1404 - History Edition cost?
- Anno 1404 - History Edition is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Anno 1404 - History Edition have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Anno 1404 - History Edition supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Anno 1404 - History Edition?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Anno 1404 - History Edition are Anno 1701 History Edition, Anno 1602 History Edition, Anno 1503 History Edition.
- Who developed Anno 1404 - History Edition?
- Anno 1404 - History Edition was developed by Ubisoft Mainz and published by Ubisoft.
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