C:\Steam\steamapps\common\Anno 1404\Anno 1404 Venice\maindata
However, many modern gamers—especially those who purchased the game from various digital distribution platforms (like Steam, GOG, or Ubisoft Connect) or in different regional bundles—often encounter a frustrating problem:
The file is the key to fully experiencing one of the greatest city builders ever made in the English language. While tracking down a clean version can be a nuisance for new players, understanding what this file is and how to install it will save you hours of silent gameplay or confusing foreign menus.
use the "Read Only" mode when saving, as this can trigger a "modified game" detection that disables medals and achievements. Language Reverting: If your changes to Engine.ini
Right-click Engine.ini and open it with Notepad. Scroll down or use Ctrl + F to find the block. Modify the strings to look exactly like this: eng Use code with caution.
It stores all English text, menus, and subtitles for the Venice expansion.
If you have installed the Venice expansion, whether it is part of a complete Gold Edition or a standalone DLC, the English language pack will be located in the addon folder within your main Anno 1404 installation directory.