A hotfix for Anno 117: Pax Romana is now live on PC, specifically targeting the severe multiplayer desync issues that have been plaguing co-op sessions since launch. As a direct result, cross-play functionality has been temporarily disabled until the patch is deployed on all platforms.
For a complex simulation like Anno, a desync isn't just a minor hiccup—it's a session-ending failure where the game state diverges between players, making cooperative province management impossible. While PC governors can now enjoy more stable multiplayer, Ubisoft has confirmed the hotfix for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S is in the pipeline and will be released as soon as it's ready.
Looking Ahead: December Patch & Dev Livestream
While this hotfix tackles the most urgent multiplayer problems, a more comprehensive patch is already scheduled for the first half of December 2025. This major update aims to address a wider range of reported issues, including a bug with Albion map template seeds that prevented some players from starting on their desired layout.
To connect with the community, the developers are hosting a livestream this Thursday at 5 PM CET / 11 AM ET. They plan to showcase gameplay from Albion and potentially the Latium province, giving players a closer look at the empire's frontiers.
How can I report bugs in Anno 117?
The development team is encouraging players to use the official Bug Reporter website to submit issues and track known problems. This is the most effective way to provide feedback on technical glitches. It's also the best place to track the status of known issues, like a launch problem currently affecting some players on Steam and Ubisoft Connect.