The verdict is in, and the community is torn in half. ⚔️ Anno 117: Pax Romana has launched to a "Mixed" reception on Steam, creating a bizarre duality: it is simultaneously the most beautiful city-builder ever made and a technical disaster zone. 📉

In this episode, we ask the ultimate question: Is this game a flawed masterpiece worth fighting for, or a full-priced "Early Access" scam? 🛑 We weigh the undeniable highs—the incredible soundtrack, the deep logistics of the new Province system, and the stunning visual fidelity—against the crushing lows of game-breaking bugs, "Trajan" multiplayer crashes, and a campaign that seemingly forgot its own ending.

We discuss the "Ubisoft Cycle"—why are we accepting broken launches in 2025? 🗓️ We compare the state of 117 to the launch of Anno 1800, analyzing whether the technical debt is heavier this time around. We also address the "Reskin" argument one last time: is the gameplay innovation enough to save it from the technical fires? 🔥

Finally, we give you a definitive "Buy or Wait" recommendation. If you have a high-end PC and patience for patches, Rome awaits. But if you want a smooth experience, we tell you exactly how long you should wait before dropping your denarii. 💰