Info about Anno 2070™:

Official game description:
**2070**. Our world has changed. The rising level of the ocean has harmed the coastal cities and climate change has made large stretches of land inhospitable.  
The latest in the award-winning strategy series, Anno 2070™ offers a new world full of challenges, where you will need to master resources, diplomacy, and trade in the most comprehensive economic management system in the Anno series.  
Build your society of the future, colonize islands, and create sprawling megacities with multitudes of buildings, vehicles, and resources to manage. Engineer production chains such as Robot Factories, Oil Refineries, and Diamond Mines, and trade with a variety of goods and commodities.  
Key Features:
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**A New Era**  
While adhering to the fundamentals that made the Anno franchise a success, the near-future setting will bring numerous new gameplay mechanics, architectural breakthroughs, and all-new challenges. Additionally, players will be able to build massive cities, the scope of which has never been seen in prior Anno games!  
**Become an Architect of the Future**  
Face the current world’s challenges to shape the world of tomorrow. You can either join the Tycoons to pursue an industrial and efficient course, or side with the Ecos to create a more sustainable and environmentally friendly direction.  
**An Evolving, Dynamic World**  
Decisions will have an impact on the environment, the architectural look of the world, and the needs of the population.  
**Discover Hidden Depths and New Resources**  
The mysteries of the sea and the sky are waiting to be discovered. Take advantage of the transport systems of the future and develop a powerful economy.  
**The Enhanced Anno with New Features to Master**  
Smuggle wares between harbors without being detected by the coastal patrols, or forge alliances with powerful figures to expand your influence.

Release date: Nov 17, 2011

Categories: City Builder, Economic Simulation, Resource Management, Faction Management, Environmental Management, Underwater Exploration, Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 20; verdict: Needs Improvement; summary: The primary issues highlighted in the reviews are related to DLC accessibility, DRM problems, and the perceived lack of value in DLCs. Users are particularly frustrated with losing access to paid content due to server issues and the necessity to purchase complete packs to fully enjoy the game. Additionally, there are complaints about the DRM affecting gameplay and the lack of substantial content in DLCs.
- Proton/Linux: score 80; verdict: Barely Playable; summary: The game faces significant issues on Linux primarily due to the Ubisoft Connect/Uplay launcher, which often crashes or fails to launch. Additionally, the always-online DRM and server connectivity requirements pose major problems. Installation and DRM issues further complicate the experience, making it difficult for Linux users to play the game reliably.
- Steam Deck: score 75; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The user feedback highlights significant issues with the Uplay launcher and Ubisoft Connect, including a complex activation process, frequent crashes, and the requirement for always-online DRM. These issues severely impact the user experience, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction despite the game's positive aspects.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $8.00 - $20.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that users find the game worth purchasing within a price range of $8 to $20. Multiple reviews mention that the game is worth buying on sale within this range, indicating that this is a fair price point for the community. The sentiment around the game being worth the money when purchased at a lower price is consistent across several reviews.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 50.0h
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 12.0h
  - Endgame: 200.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides several direct and indirect references to playtime. The first quote mentions spending a dozen hours on a single random map, which suggests a typical session length. The second quote indicates that later missions can take dozens of hours, hinting at a substantial time investment for game completion. The third quote explicitly states over 200 hours in a continuous game, which supports the idea of extensive endgame content. The fourth quote mentions a 24-hour game in multiplayer, which can be interpreted as a long session length.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game becomes fun after completing the initial tutorial and campaign, with continuous mode and sandbox gameplay being the highlights. However, late-game content may become repetitive or lacking.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Completion of the initial tutorial and campaign
  - Time to anchor: 2h 0m
  - Friction: Lengthy and extended tutorial; Repetitive missions; Steep learning curve
  - Unlock drivers: Continuous mode; Sandbox gameplay; Late-game progression and unlocking new factions
  - Conditions: Playing with friends; Co-op or PVE/PVP modes; Sandbox gameplay
- Player Archetypes:
  - Offline Solo Strategist (sale)
    - Motivation: To enjoy a seamless and unrestricted solo gaming experience.
    - Playstyle: Prefers playing solo, focusing on strategy and management without the need for online interaction.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Solo Player; Strategy Fan
    - Reference games: Anno 1404; Anno 1800
  - Multiplayer Enthusiast (buy)
    - Motivation: To engage in multiplayer experiences and enjoy the game with friends or other players.
    - Playstyle: Enjoys both cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes, trading, and social interaction.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: Multiplayer Fan; Social Gamer
    - Reference games: Anno 1404; Anno 1800
  - Anno Series Fan (buy)
    - Motivation: To experience the classic Anno gameplay with new futuristic elements and challenges.
    - Playstyle: Enjoys strategic depth, management, and the futuristic setting of the game.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: Anno Fan; Strategy Veteran
    - Reference games: Anno 2205; Anno 1404


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Positive overall game experience (weight 0.26): Players consistently praise the game, describing it as enjoyable, fun, and well-crafted with good gameplay and graphics.
- Praised Anno series continuation (weight 0.16): The game is appreciated as a strong entry in the Anno series, with beautiful graphics and classic gameplay that fans of the franchise love.
- Unique faction gameplay (weight 0.15): The game features different factions with unique playstyles and characteristics, adding depth and variety to each playthrough.
- Futuristic setting appreciated (weight 0.08): Players enjoy the futuristic setting and atmosphere of the game, finding it cool and engaging.
- Interesting ecological mechanics (weight 0.07): The game incorporates ecological and technological mechanics, creating an interesting mix between ecology and economy.
- Educational and complex (weight 0.05): The game is noted for being very deep, complex, and educational, making it highly recommended.
- Addictive and smooth gameplay (weight 0.05): The gameplay is described as addictive and smooth, with a well-designed structure.
- Enjoyable underwater colonies (weight 0.05): Players find building and developing underwater colonies to be a pleasure and great content.
- Balanced challenge level (weight 0.05): The game offers a challenging experience without being frustrating, making it both relaxing and engaging.
- Detailed and impressive graphics (weight 0.05): The graphics are detailed, well-crafted, and impressive, contributing to the overall visual appeal of the game.
- Long-lasting enjoyment (weight 0.05): The game can bring many hours of enjoyment, with some players enjoying it over a span of 15 years.
- Standout city-building game (weight 0.05): The game is a standout in the city-building genre, offering fantastic and engaging city-building experiences.
- Multiplayer and trading features (weight 0.05): The game includes multiplayer trading and interactions with NPCs, adding to its depth and replayability.
- Devs' dedication appreciated (weight 0.05): Players appreciate the developers' dedication and hard work in keeping the game alive and preventing it from becoming unplayable.
- Mix of RTS and city management (weight 0.05): The game combines elements of RTS and city management, making it ideal for fans of both genres.
- Freedom in building and trading (weight 0.05): The game offers an enormous amount of freedom in how players build, trade, and expand, enhancing the gameplay experience.

Common complaints:
- Ubisoft Launcher Issues (weight 0.29): Players report frequent problems with the Ubisoft launcher, including crashes, login issues, and server connectivity problems, making the game unplayable for some.
- Mandatory Ubisoft Account (weight 0.21): The requirement to have a Ubisoft Connect account, even for single-player modes and despite purchasing through other platforms like Steam, is a common complaint.
- Always-Online Requirement (weight 0.17): The game requires a constant internet connection, which is problematic for players with unstable or no internet access.
- Game Functionality Problems (weight 0.15): Many players experience game-breaking bugs, crashes, and issues that prevent the game from running or functioning properly.
- Reinstallation and Activation Issues (weight 0.1): Players encounter problems with reinstalling the game and issues with activation codes.
- Poor Combat and Controls (weight 0.09): The combat system and controls are criticized as being awful and unplayable.
- Frequent Login Prompts (weight 0.09): Players are frequently prompted to re-enter their passwords despite using the 'remember me' option, causing frustration.
- Ubisoft Server Issues (weight 0.09): Ubisoft servers are often reported as offline or unavailable, preventing players from accessing the game.
- DRM Problems (weight 0.07): The game's DRM is criticized for being restrictive and causing issues for players.
- Comparison to Previous Games (weight 0.07): Some players feel the game is less enjoyable compared to previous titles like Anno 1404 and Anno 1800.
- Add-on Restart Loop (weight 0.07): A constant prompt to restart the game due to new add-ons causes frustration among players.
- Multiplayer Connectivity Issues (weight 0.07): Players report issues with multiplayer connectivity and server outages.
- Ubisoft's Indifference (weight 0.05): Players feel Ubisoft is indifferent to their issues and has little regard for paying customers.
- Frustrating Ubisoft Connect Experience (weight 0.05): Dealing with Ubisoft Connect is described as frustrating and problematic.
- Profile Creation Errors (weight 0.05): Players get stuck on the 'Create profile' page with unknown errors.
- Lack of Support and Refunds (weight 0.05): Players report no help from Ubisoft or Steam support and issues with getting refunds.

Gameplay feedback:
- Environmental management challenges (weight 0.14): Players face various environmental challenges and must focus on environmental protection and management as part of the gameplay.
- Faction-based gameplay mechanics (weight 0.13): The game features a detailed faction system with three distinct factions, each having unique strengths and challenges. This adds depth to the gameplay design and strategic planning.
- City-building and strategy (weight 0.09): The game includes city-building mechanics similar to games like Sim City or The Settlers. Players can enjoy a blend of city-building and strategy elements.
- Underwater exploration and colonies (weight 0.08): The game features underwater exploration, including the development of underwater colonies and industries, as well as submarine colonies.
- Futuristic and post-apocalyptic setting (weight 0.07): The game is set in a futuristic environment with elements of eco-balances, factions, and high-tech. It also incorporates a post-apocalyptic theme.
- Multiplayer events and functionality (weight 0.07): The game includes multiplayer events and co-op modes, allowing players to engage with others in collaborative and competitive scenarios.
- Diverse mission challenges (weight 0.05): Players can engage in various missions and quests, adding to the complexity and enjoyment of the gameplay.
- Addictive and complex gameplay (weight 0.04): The gameplay is described as addictive and complex, offering deep and engaging mechanics that keep players interested.
- Economic strategy and management (weight 0.04): Economic management is a crucial part of the gameplay, requiring players to balance economic strategies with other aspects of the game.
- Story mode and campaign (weight 0.04): The game offers a story mode with campaign gameplay, providing a structured narrative experience for players.
- NPC interactions and trading (weight 0.04): Players can interact with NPCs for trading and other purposes, enhancing the game's social and economic dynamics.
- Diverse population needs (weight 0.04): The game features diverse population groups with different requirements, adding another layer of complexity to the gameplay.
- Classic Anno series gameplay (weight 0.04): The game retains classic Anno series gameplay elements, appealing to fans of the series with familiar mechanics and features.
- Research and technology upgrades (weight 0.04): Players can research and upgrade technologies, which is essential for progression and development within the game.

Performance notes:
- Game and Uplay Crashes (weight 0.12): The game frequently crashes and fails to launch, with additional issues related to the Uplay client crashing and causing the game to be unplayable.
- Online Connectivity Issues (weight 0.07): Players experience unstable online connectivity and occasional internet connection issues, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
- Graphics and Performance (weight 0.06): The game has notable graphics quality and varying performance demands. It can play well even on weaker PCs but also has heavy performance demands.
- Login and Launcher Issues (weight 0.04): There are problems with logging in and issues with the Ubisoft Connect launcher, which hinder access to the game.
- Error Messages (weight 0.04): Players encounter constant and unknown error messages, which disrupt the gaming experience.
- Buggy and Laggy on Release (weight 0.02): The game was notably buggy and laggy at release, affecting the initial player experience.
- Crashing on Steam Deck (weight 0.02): The game specifically crashes on the Steam Deck, indicating compatibility issues with this platform.
- Connection and Patching Issues (weight 0.02): Issues with connection and patching have been reported, impacting the game's stability and updates.
- Historical Steam Issues (weight 0.02): The Steam version of the game had some issues in the past, although these may have been addressed in updates.
- UI Scaling Issues (weight 0.02): There are problems with the user interface scaling, affecting the visual presentation and usability of the game.
- Slow Download Speeds (weight 0.02): Players have reported slow download speeds, which can delay access to the game and its updates.

Recommendations:
- Recommended for strategy and city-building fans (weight 0.09): The game is recommended for players who enjoy strategy development, city-building, resource management, and science fiction themes.
- Recommend other Anno games (weight 0.07): Many players suggest trying other games in the Anno series, such as Anno 1800, Anno 1404, or Anno 2070, before or instead of this game.
- Highly recommended game (weight 0.06): Several reviews highly recommend the game, indicating it is worth playing and purchasing.
- Avoid the game (weight 0.04): Some players advise against buying or playing the game, suggesting it might not meet expectations.
- Purchase recommendations (weight 0.04): Recommendations include buying the game from the Ubisoft store and ensuring a local copy of the account.
- Game launch issues (weight 0.02): Players express concerns about the game's availability for purchase if it does not launch properly.
- Buy the Deep Sea Add-on (weight 0.02): Suggestions to purchase the Deep Sea Add-on for an enhanced gaming experience.
- Positive recommendation in Russian (weight 0.02): A recommendation in Russian, indicating positive sentiment towards the game.

Other player notes:
- Cross-platform playtime issues (weight 0.02): Players have reported issues related to playtime when purchasing and playing the game on different platforms.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.47): Players are primarily frustrated due to persistent issues with Ubisoft Connect and the Ubisoft launcher, which include login problems, account management issues, and server connectivity problems. Additionally, game-specific issues such as bugs, crashes, and problematic gameplay mechanics contribute to this frustration.
- Disappointment (weight 0.11): Disappointment stems from the game's poor execution, bugs, and comparison to previous Anno games, particularly Anno 1404. Players also express dissatisfaction with the futuristic setting, DRM issues, and the always-online requirement.
- Anger (weight 0.11): Anger is mainly caused by Ubisoft's policies, including forced online connectivity, DRM issues, and poor customer support. Players are also angry about game-breaking bugs, server issues, and the inability to access single-player content due to these problems.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.09): Players feel satisfied with the gameplay experience, improvements, and new mechanics. The game's graphics, atmosphere, and innovative features like underwater gameplay also contribute to this satisfaction.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.06): Enjoyment comes from the game's beautiful setting, relaxing build-up, and addictive gameplay. Players appreciate the mix between ecology and economy, as well as the detailed gameplay mechanics and story.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.03): Enthusiasm is driven by the game's depth, complexity, and unique features. Players are excited about the interesting plot, faction gameplay, and detailed mechanics.
- Joy (weight 0.03): Joy is derived from the game's setting, soundtrack, and visual appeal. Players enjoy the construction tiers, mechanics, progression, and the overall impressive city growth and graphics.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.02): Nostalgia is felt by long-term players of the Anno series, who compare the game to previous titles like Anno 1404. The familiarity and personal experiences with the series evoke this emotion.
- Excitement (weight 0.02): Excitement is generated by the game's unique setting, deep economic strategy, and cool twists like underwater gameplay. The educational aspects and building mechanics also contribute to this feeling.
- Hope (weight 0.02): Hope is inspired by the positive vibe and atmosphere of the game, as well as the potential for future improvements by Ubisoft. Players also express hope for future games in the series.
- Gratitude (weight 0.01): Gratitude is felt towards the developers for keeping the game alive and for their dedication and improvements. Players appreciate the efforts made to maintain and enhance the game.
- Annoyance (weight 0): Annoyance is caused by the constant requirement to enter passwords and other repetitive tasks. This disrupts the gameplay experience and causes frustration.
- Engagement (weight 0): Engagement is driven by dynamic environmental consequences and multiplayer trading. These features keep players involved and interested in the game.
- Concern (weight 0): Concern arises from server issues and the binding of ark and profile. Players are worried about the stability and reliability of the game.
- Warning (weight 0): Warnings are given due to server connectivity issues. Players caution others about potential problems they might encounter.
- Appreciation (weight 0): Appreciation is felt for the game being playable offline after servers were shut down. Players value the ability to continue playing despite server issues.
- Positive (weight 0): Positive feelings come from enjoying the game despite DRM issues. Players focus on the enjoyable aspects of the game rather than the problems.}