Exciting news! One of my all-time favorite games, *The Settlers II*, is making its debut on the Commodore Amiga AGA on October 18, 2025. According to the press release, after nearly 30 years, this beloved title will finally be available on the Amiga platform. Officially licensed by Ubisoft Entertainment, the Gold Edition has been meticulously ported by Look Behind You, showcasing the timelessness of true classics.
They further mention, “In 1993, *The Settlers* significantly influenced Amiga gaming, establishing a new genre: city-building strategy games. The ambitious sequel, *The Settlers II*, released in 1996, was a massive hit and continues to be a fan favorite. Unfortunately, the Amiga missed out on it at the time. Nearly30 years later, this gaming oversight is being rectified! With an official license from Ubisoft Entertainment, *The Settlers II Gold Edition* will be available natively for the Amiga beginning October 18, 2025. This isn’t just a simple port; it’s a carefully optimized version that highlights the true potential of the Amiga.
Rich Game Content
- Thousands of intricately animated settlers
- Over 30 unique professions, including 6 types of soldiers
- 4 distinct races with varied characters: Romans, Asians, Nubians, and Vikings
- Diverse landscapes such as lava fields, icy terrains, swamps, and forests, including stunning winter scenes from *The Settlers II Mission CD*
- 10 Roman campaigns and 9 global campaigns
- 130 additional bonus maps
- Built-in game assistance and an optimized user interface
- Available in 4 languages: fully in English and German, with French and Polish in-game options
Three Editions for Amiga Enthusiasts
- Box Edition (available October 18, 2025): This physical edition features a classic box design with a slip lid for €49.90 and includes a DVD plus download option, a colorful world atlas, manuals in German and English, and four exclusive collector’s postcards.
- Collector’s Edition (available December 1, 2025): The deluxe version will be available for €99.90 in a wooden box styled after the original *Settlers II*, limited to 100 copies, featuring an exclusive metal magnet with the iconic castle motif—ideal for collectors.
- Digital Edition (available October 18, 2025): A download-only version will be offered for €29.90 for immediate play.
System Requirements for The Settlers II Gold Edition (Amiga version)
Minimum System Requirements (68k version):
- Amiga with AGA chipset
- 68040 processor with 40 MHz
- 32 MB Fast RAM
- AmigaOS 3.1
- AHI 4.18
- 600 MB free hard disk space
Recommended System Requirements (68k, LoRes):
- Amiga with AGA chipset or graphics card
- 68060 processor with 50 MHz or higher
- 64 MB Fast RAM
- AmigaOS 3.2
- AHI 4.18
- 600 MB free hard disk space
Recommended System Requirements (68k, HiRes):
- Amiga with graphics card
- 68060 processor with 100 MHz or higher (a PiStorm is recommended for resolutions above 640×480)
- 64 MB Fast RAM
- AmigaOS 3.2
- AHI 4.18
- 600 MB free hard disk space
PowerPC Version Requirements
Minimum System Requirements (PPC version):
- PPC Amiga running AmigaOS 4.1 or AmigaOS 3.1 with WarpUP
- 603e processor at 175 MHz
- 32 MB RAM
- AmigaOS 3.1 with WarpUP or AmigaOS 4.1
- AHI
- 500 MB free hard disk space
Recommended System Requirements (PPC version):
- PPC Amiga with AmigaOS 4.1 or AmigaOS 3.2 with WarpUP
- G3 processor at 800 MHz or higher
- For resolutions above 640×480, a compatible graphics card (PCI, AGP, or PCIe) is recommended
- 64 MB RAM
- AmigaOS 3.2 with WarpUP or AmigaOS 4.1
- AHI
- 500 MB free hard disk space
Original article by www.indieretronews.com
