90/100
GamingXP
"The only negative thing to say about this game is that there's no multiplayer mode. Apart from that I'm sure that you will spend a lot of hours playing this title"
83
XGN
"By means of a good control system, a profound gameplay, and a good looking presentation, the game proves to be a perfect example of how well the RTS-genre can work on the Wii. "
80
Level7
"Although this is a scaled down version of the Anno experience we've come to know on the PC it still has enough depth to captivate us through for hours with it's appealing blend of intuitive controls and charming graphics. The controls are well adapted to the unique control scheme of the Wii and the presentation does a god job of conveying all that's going on at any given time. If you're in the mood for a fun and well made strategic experience, this is the game for you."
80/100
4player
"Pleasant visuals, very accessible and likeable. The translation of the RTS and economy sim from the PC to the console has been done very well."
87/100
9lives
" The game is very good and the learning curve exellent, as you're gradually given control over managing large cities, and even though the game is more forgiving than fans of the series are used to, the challange and red thread of the game will keep you playing for hours. with Dawn of Discovery, Ubisoft and Keen games have created a recommendable strategy game and a great introduction to the Anno universe."
81/100
maniac
"Positively smooth economy-sim/RTS with a beautifully told campaign and a high risk of addiction with the "continous play" mode."
85/100
gamefox
8/10
videogamer
"Anno looks great. Yes it's cartooney, but the art fits the tone perfectly, and the production values are excellent. The buildings are well animated and colourful, the sound effects are appropriately pleasant and the voice acting is, actually, well executed, if a tad cheesy. In short, bravo Keen. Bravo.
While the story mode only lasts about 10 hours or so, depending on the difficulty level, continuous play mode could theoretically keep you going forever. Here the shackles are off from the get go. Anno's got a strange, inoffensive charm to it that makes it a pleasure to play, almost therapeutic. In fact, the only thing that prevents it from getting a truly great score is the lack of multiplayer."
85/100
videogamezone
"Blue Byte managed to wrap the typical feeling of the series into a new, easily accessible format without removing the essence and complexity. The title is easily recommendable to those new to the series - but even veterans of the PC successors will be able to enjoy it, as long as they can accept the new cartooney look."
83/100
spieletester
"I am not a fan of console strategy games, but Blue Byte and Keen Games surprised me. "Dawn of Discovery" on the Wii is great fun with it's interesting story and excellent voice work. A simple port of Anno 1404 would've been the wrong way - Instead, they developed an independant game from the ground up. One that doesn't need to hide in the shadows of his brothers."
8.7/10
Gamezone.de
"Great gameplay combined with simple, spot-on controls, an engaging story and the popular "never ending" game mode. For fans of strategy titles, this is a definite must-buy title. Gamers that want deep, complex but easily accessible titles should risk a look or to. With "Dawn of Discovery", Ubisoft delivers a quality RTS game which is not only worthy of the Anno-franchise name, but does an excellent job at introducing new players to the popular series."
86/100
demonnews
"Dawn of Discovery" has made an excellent debut on the wii. Presentation, content, and especially the controls, all executed brilliantly. The necessary changes for making this work smooth and fast have all been done.
"Dawn of Discovery" is one of the games you plan to play for half an hour, and after what feels like a moment later you're way past midnight.
8.7/10
IGN UK
"If we had to find fault here, it would be the lack of real challenge, Story Mode focussed more on arming you with knowledge than punishing your errors. That's saved for the free-form Continuous Play mode, where all possible upgrade paths are available from the start and you're left to your own devices in terms of expanding your populace.
Even the entirely pointer-driven interface is a delight with clear, concise menus and a control system that simplifies everything down to two buttons. Everything from object interaction and construction uses a combination of clicking and dragging, making for an incredibly accessible package."
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Dawn of Discovery is available in Europe, and out in the US on June 17.
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