Ships Ahoy - 1701 A.D.

Aspyr Media announces shipments have commenced for 1701 A.D., the North American edition of Related Designs' strategy/management sequel known elsewhere as ANNO 1701. Word is:
AUSTIN, TX (October 31, 2006) - Aspyr Media today announced that 1701 A.D. for the PC has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. North American gamers now have the chance to experience the global phenomenon and one of the most beautifully crafted empire building strategy titles to ever set sail on the PC.

Easy to learn, yet challenging to master, 1701 A.D. is the perfect game for players intimidated by the difficult learning curve of other empire building titles. Featuring a dynamic, animated feedback system, 1701 A.D. is always providing players with the information they need to establish, expand and maintain their bustling colonies. And with nearly unlimited customization and scalable difficulty, 1701 A.D. will challenge even the most hard-core strategy gaming fans.

1701 A.D. is rated E10+ for gamers aged 10 and up and is available for the suggested retail price of $39.99
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Re: can we stop talking about this now t
Nov 1, 2006, 01:49
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Re: can we stop talking about this now t Nov 1, 2006, 01:49
Nov 1, 2006, 01:49
 
I don't see how it was ripped from star trek NCC 1701.

Their first game in the series was Anno 1503, followed by Anno 1602 and now Anno 1701. See the pattern? They just added 99 years to each game (1503 + 99 = 1602, 1602 + 99 = 1701).

Mere coincidence

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