The brutal and dark era of the early Middle Ages is coming to an end. The Crusades have ceased, feudal lords have submitted to kings, and merchants and travelers have turned their sights to distant seas and unknown lands. There, among the sands and riches of the East, you will be able to establish rapidly growing cities, lay trade routes, and achieve a unique position among earthly rulers! Discover new countries and archipelagos, choose building features, use new technologies, and influence to increase your popularity at the courts of sultans and kings.
The game retains all the best aspects of the ANNO series and significantly expands the boundaries of traditional strategy. Each metropolis is completely unique, and the local inhabitants still need to be convinced of the benefits of mutual cooperation. Available as an incredibly intriguing single-player campaign, as well as a free play mode in the universe where all aspects can be modified to your liking. The unparalleled grandeur and scope make ANNO 1404 a true gift for all fans of real-time strategies. The game will delight both genre experts and beginner merchants and explorers!