Not in light of what what was being promoted. I played the alpha version of Anno 1800 back in January and at the time, the overall visuals and world did not impress me. To that end, I discovered that beer, and paying off the editor of the local newspaper are essential elements to maintaining law and order which could quickly become a hellscape. Unions do exist in this world, and they can be scary when you push them far enough. You can work your farmers and engineers into the ground, but that is not without consequence. The only subjugation of others in this game comes from the player’s preferred approach to leadership and eventual prosperity. Anno 1800 and its people are idyllic as the common schmucks in a Hallmark movie. But for those of you looking for an accurate depiction of history, this ain’t it. The story serves but one purpose, and that is to set up the motivations for discovering this new world. It is up to you to rebuild your family empire, all the while dealing with the neighbours and Edvard’s attempts to ruin you. You and Hannah decide to make off to the deserted island of Ditchwater and start afresh. Your father died a ruined man, and his brother Edvard is seizing control of the island metropolis of Bright Sands. You, his son, and your trusty cohort Aarhant have rushed back from your galivants to discover your sister Hannah in distress. The narrative is some good ‘ol Victorian melodrama. And for a large of the package, it delivers a comprehensive and gorgeous experience that brings the franchise’s name into very good standing. Gamers must have a liking for politics and micro-management on a grand scale.
Anno 1800 is a civilization builder that demands attention and focus. That being said, this is not a game for everyone. Especially given the price that Ubisoft is asking gamers to pay in order to enjoy it. Not many games are up to offering what Anno is known for, and therein lies the pressure for this one to deliver. Anno 2205, though well received and a proper representative of the greater genre, was criticized for its longevity and some of its procedurally-generated elements.
Though there have always been shortcomings levelled against each instalment. The franchise is well established at this point and represents a high-quality sandbox experience. Anno 1800 enjoys a level of grandeur thanks to the associations of its title.
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