Anno 2205

Released

Release Date: November 3, 2015

Strategy, Science Fiction, Economic, City Builder, Singleplayer

The sixth major installment in a popular economic strategy game series, which started in the Medieval Times (1404-1701) and went all the way to the future (Anno 2070). This new title was developed by the creators of The Settlers franchise, Blue Byte Software, who took part in the development of the previous Anno game.

6.9

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7.0

Steam

6.0

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Anno 2205 is the next installment of the renowned series of economic strategy games, and a direct sequel to Anno 2070. This time the developers from the Blue Byte studio are responsible for the production and they have made it their primary ambition to create the best city builder title on the market.

The action of the new Anno game takes place in the distant future, which means that we will be dealing with futuristic buildings and technologies. We play the role of an administrator for an emerging metropolis; it is our main task to create the city from the ground up and lead it and its citizens to prosperity, so that we may set off for space at a later time. It is of dire importance, that you explore the cosmos as soon as possible and gather the much needed resources, since Earth does not have an unlimited amount of supplies at its disposal and has been severely depleted by humans over the last few centuries.

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Because of the mentioned novelties, the gameplay in Anno 2205 takes place on two different planes; we start off on the surface of our home planet and later on expand to the moon, where we establish a human colony. The inhabitants of Luna will collect resources for the rest of our civilization, which will then be transported and processed on the planet and used to expand our metropolis on the globe’s surface, as well as the colony on Earth’s natural satellite.

The developers have prepared a wide range of available structures, including both residential and industrial buildings, each of our facilities upgrades on its own over time; however, the Blue Byte studio has also made it possible for us to upgrade our constructions on our own account through adding various modules.

The new Anno title offers a simultaneous gameplay model, which was also featured in the newest installment of the SimCity series, the mechanic allows the gameplay to be conducted simultaneously on several maps, both in space and on the planet’s surface.

Apart from the several novelties, the gameplay remains largely unaltered in comparison to the previous Anno games, especially the fans of the previous installment – Anno 2070 – will feel right in their element whilst playing the brand new Blue Byte production.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Ubisoft Blue Byte

Publisher: Ubisoft

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Game Series

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Anno Game Series

A series of real-time economic strategies in which players build cities in different realities and time periods. Since 2007, the brand has been owned by Ubisoft, and over the years its development has been handled by various studios, including Max Design, Related Designs and Ubisoft Blue Byte.

Anno Game Series

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Originals

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News

Anno 2205 launched on PC

Anno 2205 is now out. The sixth installment in a popular city builder series launched on PC and got some positive reviews. Soon the game will receive two expansion packs.

video games

November 3, 2015

Anno 2205 launched on PC

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Anno 2205 Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 750 2.6 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForc GTX 460/Radeon HD 5870 or better, 35 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 2.5 GHz/AMD FX 4100 3.6 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 680/Radeon HD 7970 or better, 35 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/10 64-bit.

Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Frontiers October 4, 2016
DLC Orbit July 20, 2016
DLC Big Five Pack June 3, 2016
DLC Veteran Pack April 13, 2016
DLC Tundra February 29, 2016
DLC Wildwater Bay January 20, 2016

Ratings

Game Ratings for Anno 2205 Video Game.

6.9

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 37% of Critics. There are 29 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

PC Gamer: 73 / 100 by Angus Morrison

An ideal gateway into the city management sim, but with too little room for forward-planning.

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Metro GameCentral: 6 / 10 by Alex Hudson

A minor entry in the venerable city building series, which has some interesting ideas and visuals but too little in the way of gameplay depth.

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ACG: by Jeremy Penter

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70%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (6,180)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

City-Building Mechanics: Players appreciate the excellent city-building mechanics that align well with previous titles in the Anno series, particularly Anno 1800.
Visuals: The graphics are praised for being beautiful and futuristic, contributing to an engaging gaming experience.
Engaging Gameplay: Many users find the gameplay rewarding and immersive, often losing track of time while managing resources and building cities.
Accessibility: The tutorial is noted as easy to follow, making it accessible for new players.
Fun Factor: Some reviewers express a strong enjoyment of the game, highlighting that it can be a fun and addictive experience.

The main cons of the game

Lack of Depth: Several players feel that the game lacks the depth and complexity found in other Anno titles, with some describing it as simplistic and repetitive, especially in the endgame.
Technical Issues: There are reports of bugs, such as the council system being permanently greyed out, which detracts from the management experience.
Combat Mechanics: The combat system is criticized for feeling dated and disconnected from the main gameplay, with arena-style battles that do not integrate well with the overall game.
Ubisoft Connect Issues: Users express frustration with Ubisoft Connect, stating it complicates offline play and leads to other hassles.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Council System Functionality: The inability to access the council system is a significant complaint, as it is a key management feature that is permanently unavailable for some players.
Variety of Maps: Some users mention a lack of diversity in map options, which could enhance gameplay.
Sandbox Mode: There are complaints about the absence of a true sandbox mode, contrary to what some players expected.
Depth in Gameplay: Players desire more intricate production lines and resource management challenges, as they feel the game does not present enough of a challenge compared to other titles in the series.

Summary generated on: October 8, 2025

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