Anno 117: Pax Romana has crossed a significant milestone, reaching 1.17 million players since its launch in November 2025, making it the fastest-selling game in franchise history. This news builds on an exceptional launch, as the game has garnered critical praise for elevating the city-building genre to new heights.
“We are deeply grateful for the incredible support of our players,” said Stéphane Jankowski, Executive Producer on Anno. ‘Our team remains dedicated, continuously listening to feedback and striving to deliver the ambitious Year 1 content, starting with Prophecies of Ash, sure to keep our fans engaged in cultivating their Roman empire this year and beyond.”
Anno 117 Free Weekend
Anno 117: Pax Romana will be hosting a free weekend from April 23 to 27, and Ubisoft is currently offering a friend referral up until May 17, allowing players to receive Fame Points for every individual they refer to the game.
Prophecies of Ash DLC
Anno 117: Pax Romana’s latest achievement arrives just ahead of the release of its first DLC, Prophecies of Ash, on April 30. The DLC provides fans with a steady stream of fresh content they’ve eagerly awaited, including the largest Island in Anno’s history, a Vulcan deity, and a looming volcano, challenging players with its eruption phases.
Play Anno 117: Pax Romana today on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Ubisoft Store, Steam, or Epic Games Store. You can also play with a Ubisoft+ subscription.


