
Exciting Announcement: Anno 117: Pax Romana Set for November Launch
Ubisoft has confirmed the highly anticipated release date for the latest installment in its renowned city-building franchise, Anno. Titled Anno 117: Pax Romana, the game is set to launch on November 13, 2025, following its initial announcement in 2024. Fans can enjoy the newly released cinematic trailer above, showcasing the immersive Roman settlement-building experience awaiting them.
Gameplay Revelations and Features
Just a few weeks prior to this announcement, Anno 117 unveiled its first gameplay footage, highlighting several exciting new features that are set to enhance player experience. Among the notable additions are:
- Province Selection Mechanic: Choose your starting province for a personalized gameplay experience.
- Religion System: Integrate religious elements into your city management strategy.
- Research Tree: Explore advancements that will shape your civilization’s future.
- Land Combat: Engage in strategic battles for territory control.
- Modular Shipbuilding: Customize your vessels for unique naval ventures.
- Diagonal Roads and Construction: Build layouts that mirror the complexity of Roman architecture.
Pre-Order Incentives and Special Editions
Players who pre-order Anno 117 will be rewarded with a Builder Pack, which includes exclusive items such as the Wolf player sigil and the Town Crier statue. Furthermore, there’s an option for a Gold Edition pre-order, which includes the base game alongside the Year 1 Pass, granting access to three upcoming DLC packs. Based on teased images, new adventures in Egypt are on the horizon!
The Governor’s Edition: Collector’s Dream
For enthusiasts seeking a more elaborate experience, Ubisoft has introduced the Anno 117 Governor’s Edition. This edition features a range of collector’s items and digital content:
Collector’s Items:
- 3D Amphitheatre Puzzle (36 x 31 x 13 cm)
- 84-page Artbook with concept art and community-selected cover design
- Forged Anno Symbol (approximately 7 cm)
- Albion & Latium Coins
- Community-designed Steelbook® case
- Town Crier’s Letter (21 x 30 cm)
- Tesserae Works Blueprint (42 x 59 cm)
- 3 Lithographs (30 x 15 cm each)
Digital Content:
- Base Game
- Year 1 Pass, which includes:
- Three forthcoming DLCs
- Additional in-game content
- Builder Pack with exclusive ornaments and player sigil

Available Platforms and Pricing
Anno 117: Pax Romana will be available on major platforms, including Steam, Ubisoft Connect, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Pre-orders for the standard edition start at $59.99. Notably, Ubisoft+ subscribers can expect the game as a day-one drop, along with complimentary access to the upcoming DLCs at launch.
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