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Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Mouse Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Steam Cloud
Steam Leaderboards
Includes level editor
Family Sharing

Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.

Developers: FireFly Studios
Publishers: FireFly Studios
Release Date: Jul 15, 2025
Price (USD): $19.99
Current Players: 9.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(89%)
Nostalgic charm
Visual improvements
New content
Modern controls
Good value
AI lords
Graphics and UI
New units
Multiplayer issues
Weak AI
Persisting bugs
Remasters generally succeed when they balance faithful recreation with modern upgrades, and many players feel this Definitive Edition achieves that, but technical issues with the multiplayer, such as resyncing and AI challenges, raise concerns. For others, the mix of new content with classic elements may not fully justify revisiting the title if they seek significantly altered experiences. Despite these divides, the core sentiment is one of gratitude for its faithful homage to the original yet tempered by the wish for more robust multiplayer functionality.

Positive Points

  • Many players appreciate the remastered visuals and quality of life improvements, like automatic trading and modernized controls.
  • The nostalgic charm and gameplay reminiscent of the original version are frequently highlighted, with many players fondly recalling their childhood experiences.
  • New content such as larger maps, additional AI lords, and new units is viewed positively as it adds variety and extended playtime.
  • The game's price point is considered a good value for the content provided, with comparisons to other more expensive remasters being favorable.

    • Negative Points

  • There are significant issues with multiplayer, particularly regarding resyncing and latency, which renders it almost unplayable for some players.
  • The AI is criticized for lacking challenge, being too passive, and often bugging out with poor defense and attack strategies.
  • Several bugs, both old and new, persist, including issues with AI pathfinding and performance glitches during gameplay.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some aspects such as new units and AI lords are liked for adding diversity, others feel they are not challenging enough and don't significantly change gameplay.
  • The modernized graphics and UI are seen as both a benefit for clarity but also criticized for losing some of the original's charm.

    • Common Themes

  • Nostalgia plays a central role in player enjoyment, with many reviews reflecting on fond memories and appreciation for the game's preservation of its original feel.
  • Multiplayer issues are a recurring complaint, suggesting a need for technical improvements and better netcode to meet player expectations.
  • The balance between maintaining classic gameplay elements while introducing new features is a delicate point, causing mixed reactions.
    • Updated 7/20/2025, 12:01:23 AM UTC
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