Original vs Steam Edition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbTdNoJKGHc
With just a few days to go before the long awaited re-release of Stronghold 2 on October 5, we take a closer look at the game’s visual enhancements with a side-by-side graphical comparison. Thanks to enhanced visuals, widescreen support and a reworked user interface, you can now keep better track of your pitiful subjects, observe a greater area of the battlefield and watch closely as medieval life unfolds within your castle walls. Perhaps now those lazy peasants will think twice about stealing from the granary!
Top 5 Custom Maps
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The most hardcore Stronghold players all have hundreds if not thousands of hours logged into our games, so who better to create the best custom maps! Credits to Aedile, Ellessar, Sir_Vet, Brave Sir Robin and Stratego for their thoughtfully designed scenarios, many of which come complete with their own backstory. Can’t wait for the release of Stronghold 2: Steam Edition? Then load up the old version and try one of these excellent player maps right away! Don’t forget the new Steam Edition will also come with an all-new map pack, designed by the folks here at Firefly.
The Making of Stronghold 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=560UuJstw6k
Ever wondered what it was like for the original Stronghold 2 developers to produce a highly anticipated sequel to the original castle sim? Then watch our new ‘Making Of’ feature and find out exactly what it was like, straight from our two most senior members in the London office. Designer Simon Bradbury and Producer Paul Harris, both of whom worked on the original release of Stronghold 2 in 2005, discuss custom engines, new features and working with one of the biggest publishers in the world!