Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long-awaited sequel to the original castle simulation game, Stronghold: Crusader. After a 12-year hiatus, the series returns to the year 1189, immersing players in the deserts of the Middle East, powered by a new 3D engine and a realistic castle destruction system designed using Havok Physics. Firefly Studios has expertly crafted an authentic castle simulator that promises fast-paced and captivating gameplay.

A Nod to Tradition

True to its roots, the new Stronghold combines classic elements of real-time strategy and city-building simulation. Choose between the brutal Crusader Knights or the freedom-fighting Arab warriors as you command massive armies and siege equipment to determine the fate of the Holy Lands. Engage in battle on behalf of Richard the Lionheart or the Sultan of Syria in two historical single-player campaigns, enhanced by dynamic events such as tornadoes and locust swarms. Ascend to greatness as the ultimate Lord, managing your economy in the desert and controlling vital oases.

Master the Battlefield

To dominate the battlefield, you'll need to master over 25 unique unit types, each equipped with special abilities. Boost your troops’ morale with Royal Sergeants, charge into battle with Sassanid Knights, rain down arrows on foes from the sturdy Longbowmen, or silently capture enemy castles using Assassins. Once you’ve honed your skills, put them to the test in skirmish mode or challenge up to 8 players and AI Lords online. Form teams, select diverse AI opponents, and create your own maps for both skirmish and multiplayer!

Key Features

• Build Your Perfect Castle: Construct a mighty fortress filled with traps to crush your opponents!
• Skirmish Mode: Lay siege to enemy castles in quick matches against AI foes.
• Multiplayer for Up to 8 Players: Mix real players with AI, select your map and game mode for the ultimate multiplayer duel.
• Face Off Against Various AI Lords: Classic AI characters return alongside newcomers with unique behaviors, castles, and play styles.
• Conquer the Crusader Paths: Test your courage in campaigns with increasing difficulty levels.
• Co-op Mode: Share control of your castle, troops, and resources in cooperative gameplay.
• Castle Sandbox: Dive into free-building mode to design your ideal castle without the fear of attack.