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ANNO 1800

The strategy board game ANNO 1800 takes you back to the fascinating period of the Industrial Revolution. It is inspired by the popular computer game of the same name. You'll start on your own home island, which you'll gradually develop by building key industrial enterprises and making efficient use of available resources. Each move requires careful planning and strategic decision-making, as competition between players is relentless. The rivals pose a direct threat and compete for resources, trade routes and technological advances. ANNO 1800 offers a complex challenge that combines economic development, trade and building your own island empire with the need to react to your opponents' moves.

ANNO 1800 board game

Key features of the ANNO 1800 board game

  • The ANNO 1800 board game is a strategic board game
  • She was inspired by a computer model
  • You start on your home island
  • The aim is to build industry and exploit resources
  • Your teammates will compete with you for resources, trade routes and technological advancements
  • ANNO 1800 contains both Old and New World
ANNO 1800 board game

The Industrial Revolution

Enter the dynamic world of the Industrial Revolution, where every step becomes a key to prosperity. Attract skilled craftsmen, innovative engineers and ambitious investors who will become the pillars of your growing economy. For your project to thrive, you need to show both courage and ingenuity, travel to distant places where new opportunities and challenges await you. Gain access to rare resources that allow you to explore the Old World, full of historical riches, and the mysteries of the New World, where undiscovered opportunities await. Organize daring expeditions that will not only broaden your horizons, but also open new avenues for expansion. In this exciting period, success is the reward for a cleverly thought-out strategy and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.

ANNO 1800 board game

The principle of ANNO 1800

Each player takes on the role of a visionary strategist to develop their own island, which they transform into a thriving economic hub. Building, shipbuilding and trading are the building blocks of success, but the real challenge lies in the art of balancing economic expansion with the needs and satisfaction of the population. You must carefully consider the interests of various personalities and groups that can either support or complicate your plans. Thoughtfully using these relationships to your advantage can be critical. With every strategic decision you make, you get closer to gaining influence points, that determine your position in ANNO 1800. In the end, it is this indicator that will decide who deserves the title of winner and recognition for turning their island into the most important settlement of the industrial era.

ANNO 1800 board game

What does the ANNO 1800 contain?

ANNO 1800 includes a game plan and four Home Island boards to represent players' basic territories, while 12 Old World boards and 8 New World boards expand the possibilities for exploration and colonization. There are 125 population cubes representing different social classes and 120 development cubes for development and interaction, allowing for the building of industry, trade and other key areas. ANNO 1800's strategic depth is complemented by 130 Navy tokens and 38 Gold tokens. Important elements of the game also include a fireworks tile and a first player tile. The cards add another dimension to the game, with 20 interest cards, 102 population cards and 24 expedition cards providing countless combinations and strategies. There are also four overview cards and clearly structured rules for easy orientation and smooth play.

Specifications

Age and intended use

Usage Everybody
Suitable for 12 years

Product type

Product type Board game

Games and puzzles

Product type Base game
Package contents Playing board, Cards, Game manual, Picture blocks, Chips
Minimum number of players 2
Maximum number of players 4
Game length 120 min

Release date

Month of release September
Release date 2023

Language

Rule language Czech, Slovak
Game language Czech

Genres and game mechanics

Genre Strategic, Business
Sub-genre (Theme) Movie/game/book theme
Gameplay mechanics Building
Code:  HRAls12404
Links: Producer's Website:
Manufacturer information

ALBI Česká republika a.s., Palác Karlín, Thámova 289/13, 186 00 Praha 8, +420222541381, [email protected]

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