Stronghold Crusader HD (2012) (2013)
- Developer
- FireFly Studios
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.9 of 5, 20,964 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 17 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
The catalog in 3D
The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.
How it feels
This game feels like a meticulous and deliberate real-time strategy with a strong emphasis on building and managing a medieval settlement while outsmarting aggressive AI opponents.
medievalstrategicmethodicaltacticalcity-buildingresource managementcompetitivechallenginghistorical
What players say
Players overwhelmingly praise Stronghold Crusader HD as a nostalgic childhood classic with iconic music, atmosphere, and a satisfying blend of economy management and real-time tactics. However, many report that the game no longer works on Windows 11 and that multiplayer functionality is broken, leaving long-time fans disappointed.
Screenshots
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