Dawn of Discovery: Venice

Expand your trade empire from the Orient to the bustling city of Venice.

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Best for

Hardcore city‑building strategists craving massive new scenarios and multiplayer

Skip if

Casual gamers or those needing modern graphics and easy AI co‑op

What is Dawn of Discovery: Venice?

Dawn of Discovery: Venice is the official expansion for the classic city‑building RTS Anno 1404, transporting players from the Orient to the political and economic heart of Europe. The add‑on introduces 15 new scenarios, over 300 missions, and fresh gameplay mechanics such as the Bailiwick statistics panel and the Council Board for political influence. New large‑cargo ships, volcanic islands rich in resources, and an 8‑player multiplayer mode—including cooperative city control—add depth and replayability. Build, trade, and dominate Venice while managing citizens, resources, and rival councils.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

developerRelated Designs, Blue Byte Software

publisherUbisoft

age ratingPEGI 7, ESRB T

multiplayerSingle player, Multiplayer

critic score60/100

release date2010-02-25

Key Features of Dawn of Discovery: Venice

Adds 15 new Venice‑themed scenarios with over 300 unique missions.

Introduces two massive cargo ships that can transport larger quantities of goods.

Features volcanic islands that provide abundant resources but carry eruption risks.

Provides the Bailiwick interface, showing detailed statistics for buildings, costs, and population per island.

Implements a Council Board allowing political control of city councils and non‑military conquest.

Supports up to eight players in competitive, team, or cooperative multiplayer modes.

Co‑op mode lets four players each manage a separate city, requiring coordinated resource and defense planning.

Use Cases for Dawn of Discovery: Venice

Strategic Campaigns

Plan long‑term trade routes and dominate the Venetian market.

Co‑op City Management

Four friends each control a city, sharing resources to build a joint empire.

Political Gameplay

Use the Council Board to influence city councils and seize control without armies.

Resource Exploitation

Colonize volcanic islands for massive resource gains while managing eruption threats.

Pros & Cons of Dawn of Discovery: Venice

Pros

Rich new content with many scenarios and missions
Deep political mechanics via the Council Board
Robust multiplayer supporting up to eight players
Adds significant new ship and island types

Cons

Steep learning curve for new players
Limited AI support in co‑op mode
Graphics are dated compared to modern RTS titles

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the base game to play Dawn of Discovery: Venice?

Yes, the expansion requires the original Dawn of Discovery (Anno 1404) to run.

Can I play the new multiplayer modes without an internet connection?

Multiplayer requires an online connection; single‑player scenarios can be played offline.

What are the system requirements for the expansion?

The add‑on uses the same requirements as the base game: Windows XP/Vista/7, 2 GB RAM, and a DirectX 9‑compatible GPU.

Is there a way to save progress in co‑op mode?

Yes, each city’s progress is saved individually, allowing you to resume co‑op sessions later.

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