Let’s say you type in a random number like 8765309. How do you know if it’s high quality without playing for 10 hours? Use this 60-second scouting checklist:
“Extra quality” here means higher-tier goods, premium items, optimized happiness, efficient production chains, and scenic value. anno 1404 venice best map seeds extra quality
While the seeds above are guaranteed winners, you might want to hunt for your own. Here is the technical method Anno veterans use: Let’s say you type in a random number like 8765309
Pro Tip for Venice Only: The Venice expansion adds the "Spy" and "Council" mechanics. On "Extra Quality" seeds, make sure your main island has a neutral harbor (like the Corsair) close by. A far-away Corsair ruins the ability to trade for maps early. Pro Tip for Venice Only: The Venice expansion
Difficulty: Expert | Island Size: Massive | Best For: Record-breaking population (100k+)
This is the legendary seed often whispered about on Reddit and the old Ubisoft forums. Starting island in the Occident is physically enormous—flat and rectangular, allowing for a perfect 10x10 grid layout for Nobles.