PS5 players experiencing performance problems in Anno 117: Pax Romana should soon receive some welcome improvements. Ubisoft Mainz is preparing a new patch as its historical city-building strategy game celebrates its first anniversary. However, console performance is not the only concern on the development team’s agenda.
The studio also wants to address several gameplay issues following the arrival of Dawn of the Delta. Meanwhile, PC storage requirements and future content plans are receiving attention as the game enters its second year.
Anno 117 prepares a patch to address PS5 crashes and gameplay bugs
According to an official development update published on Steam on November 13, 2026, Ubisoft Mainz is preparing another patch. Its release is currently targeted for approximately one week after the announcement.
Although complete patch notes are not yet available, the developers have identified several problems through community reports. They range from technical problems on PS5 to trading issues and a campaign blocker.
The following issues are among those the development team is looking to address:
- PS5 performance: severe stuttering and unexpected crashes.
- Trade routes: problems involving waypoint pins.
- Escort quests: unusually large numbers of ships appearing during an escort mission.
- Campaign progression: a blocker affecting the main questline in Dawn of the Delta.
- NPC trading: certain higher-value goods are no longer available for purchase from NPCs.
- Specialists: problems affecting some of their effects.
Fixing the campaign blocker is particularly important for players stuck in the expansion’s main story. Likewise, reliable trade routes are essential for maintaining a functioning economy in a city-building game.
Nevertheless, Ubisoft Mainz will publish the complete patch notes closer to release. Until then, the exact scope of the update remains unconfirmed.
Ubisoft Mainz is looking for ways to shrink Anno 117 on PC
Beyond immediate bug fixes, Ubisoft Mainz is investigating another concern raised by the community: the game’s installation size on PC.
A large installation can become an inconvenience for players who regularly switch between different strategy games. Storage requirements can also influence whether someone decides to download a game during a temporary promotion.
November has already offered several opportunities for strategy fans. Anno 117 itself received a free trial on the Epic Games Store earlier this month. Other titles have followed similar approaches, such as the Company of Heroes 3 free weekend on Steam.
Fortunately, the developers have acknowledged feedback regarding storage requirements and are exploring possible improvements. However, this work will require additional time.
No specific reduction or implementation date has been confirmed. Therefore, players should not assume that the upcoming patch will include changes to the installation size.
Dawn of the Delta still has secrets for players to discover
Both Dawn of the Delta and update 3.0 arrived on November 5, 2026. Since then, players have been exploring new mechanics, uncovering hidden details and sharing suggestions.
Interestingly, Ubisoft Mainz has revealed that the community has discovered several Easter eggs, but some remain hidden. Consequently, there are still reasons to explore the expansion beyond its main objectives.
The studio has also received requests for quality-of-life improvements. One example involves increasing the available harbour area in Aegyptus.
Additional harbour space could give players greater flexibility when designing coastal settlements. However, this suggestion has not been confirmed as an upcoming feature.
Ubisoft Mainz will discuss future plans in December
November 13, 2026, marked the first anniversary of the strategy game. To celebrate, the development team shared an anniversary video and thanked players for their continued support.
Furthermore, Ubisoft Mainz will hold its traditional end-of-year livestream in December, before the holiday season. The broadcast will focus on future plans, with further details expected soon.
Anno 117: Pax Romana is developed by Ubisoft Mainz and published by Ubisoft. It is available on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
As Anno 117 enters its second year, improving the existing experience remains an important part of its evolution. December’s livestream should provide a clearer picture of what comes next.
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