Anno 1800 Game Guide

Anno 1800 is one of the most entertaining city-builders of recent years, as I explained in my review last month. But constructing a thriving industrial metropolis requires players to master many different systems, from learning complex production lines to understanding the nuances of trade. It also boasts a surprising amount of depth, to the point where it’s easy to neglect some of its smaller mechanics to your own detriment.

But fear not, young industrialists! PC Gamer is at hand with this handy guide, which will help you navigate through the Old and New worlds of Anno 1800, taking you from a quaint farming village to an industrial megacity.

To help newcomers to the series, we’ve assembled this list of Anno 1800 tips that cover many aspects of the game that are easily overlooked. From city planning to emergency preparedness, these hints should help you build the best island empire possible.