Anno 1602 History Edition vs High Seas, High Profits!
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
High Seas, High Profits! wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. High Seas, High Profits! is $1.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Anno 1602 History Edition | High Seas, High Profits! |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 45 | 60 |
| Quality | 62 | 67 |
| Value | 46 | 85 |
| Popularity | 20 | 18 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $9.99 | $8.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 78% positive | 85.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 34 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Anno 1602 History Edition | High Seas, High Profits! |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 22, 2024 | March 31, 2025 |
| Developers | Ubisoft Mainz | lexy.zip |
| Publishers | Ubisoft | lexy.zip |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | I5-4460 – 3.2 Ghz, Ryzen5 1600 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 770, RX 470 | RTX 3050 Ti |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anno 1602 History Edition or High Seas, High Profits!?
High Seas, High Profits! won the comparison against Anno 1602 History Edition based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Anno 1602 History Edition worth buying over High Seas, High Profits!?
Based on the metrics, High Seas, High Profits! won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. High Seas, High Profits! currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:35 PM UTC