| Seed Name / ID | Map Type | Size | Difficulty | Notes | |----------------|----------|------|------------|-------| | | Archipelago | Huge | Hard | Very large continental islands in the south; good for massive cities. North islands have many date plantations. | | "Continent 8" | Continent | Large | Medium | One large southern island with 4 large rivers and excellent fertility (spices, wine, indigo). | | "No River South" | Archipelago | Medium | Easy | Southern main island has no rivers – ideal for efficient farms without river crossing penalties. | | "Double Large North" | Atoll | Huge | Hard | Two exceptionally large northern islands side-by-side; great for co-op or competitive multiplayer. |
By manually entering a specific seed number, you override the game's random generation, ensuring you get a predetermined island layout with specific resources, fertilities, and strategic opportunities. This is the primary way to guarantee a world that perfectly suits your playstyle without having to restart over and over again.
Here are some of the most popular and recommended map seeds within the Anno community, optimized for both the base game and Venice expansion. 1. The Balanced & Resource-Rich Seed: 8888
What is your ? (e.g., massive population building, peaceful trade, or aggressive military warfare?) Do you prefer maximum resources or empty flat land ?
Do you prefer or lots of smaller islands for tight trade routes? anno 1404 map seeds
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For those aiming to build a "Megacity," the physical size and flatness of the islands are your biggest constraints. These seeds are community favorites for providing ample building space.
As the flagship cut through the mist, the horizon finally broke. There it was—the Great Isle
These are represented by a question mark (?) in the island's fertility information panel. This indicates a slot where you can socket a seed to add a new resource to that island. | Seed Name / ID | Map Type
Includes 6 river slots, allowing for ample space for early production buildings.
menu without exiting your current session; the seed shown is often the one currently active. Alternatively, open your save file in and search (Ctrl+F) for the word Expert Tip: Cultivating Fertilities
You will find an excellent balance of island sizes, providing ample room for major cities, alongside key resources located in close proximity. The southern islands are also well-placed for quick trading. 2. The Expert/Challenging Seed: 1404
In Anno 1404 (released as Dawn of Discovery in North America), your success depends heavily on geography. Starting a game on a poorly generated map can mean hours of frustration spent fighting over cramped islands, sailing across vast oceans for a single resource, or struggling to fit a monumental cathedral on a jagged coastline. | | "No River South" | Archipelago |
Archipelagos, isolated islands, or corner continents. Fertilities: Plentiful, normal, or scarce.
Exceptional fertility for Wine and Wheat on the primary northern islands. Best Map Seeds for Anno 1404: Venice
| Seed | Map Type | Difficulty | Why it's good | |------|----------|------------|----------------| | | Archipelago | Medium | Massive starting island with iron, herbs, and stone. Close trade routes. | | 321 | Archipelago | Easy | Extremely large home island; all basic resources (except indigo). | | 877 | Atoll | Medium | Central lagoon with huge islands; very defensible. | | 403 | Coastal | Medium | Two enormous islands right next to spawn; great for co-op. | | 1337 | Archipelago | Medium | Classic seed – perfect balance of space, fertility, and mining nodes. |
Ensure your starting island has Cider, Hemp, and Wheat. This combination carries you through the Patrician tier without requiring expansion.
The seeds listed above work for both the original Anno 1404 and the Venice expansion, though sometimes the "Venice" version provides extra, minor improvements in the island layout.