Anno 1701: Das Brettspiel

About this board game

Anno 1701: Das Brettspiel is a board game for 3–4 players, with an approximate play time of 120 minutes, in which each player creates a settlement on behalf of the queen and works to establish a flourishing commercial town.

Building a settlement requires more than simply laying its foundations. Everything needed for its setup must be procured through commercial travels, making trade an essential part of the game’s central experience. Players set out to obtain what their settlements require as they work toward creating thriving towns.

Ships carry the players beyond their settlements and into the wider world. During these voyages, players discover fruitful colonies, opening the way to further commercial activity and supporting the growth of their towns.

However, the journey is not entirely without danger. Pirates may be discovered along the way, adding an uncertain element to the expeditions undertaken by sea. Exploration and commerce are therefore closely connected as players travel in search of what their settlements need.

With its focus on settlement creation, trade, colonies, ships, and pirate encounters, Anno 1701: Das Brettspiel presents a seafaring commercial setting for a focused group of 3–4 players. The game was released in 2007 and offers an approximately two-hour experience centered on building a flourishing town through maritime commerce and discovery.