Stronghold Crusader Extreme - PC

is exactly what i wanted. no code needed to install. just stick it in and start install. i bought this used and it came with only the case and it functions properly on my windows 10 HP desktop. ty for the old memories.

This is one of the worst games I've ever played. To me, there seems to be absolutely no way to win. Previous to this game, I had played Stronghold 2. While it was difficult at times, there was at least a chance to win. Not so with this game.The game is limiting. There are two modes. Free mode (with only the ability to fight) and campaign mode. I tried both and gave up on both.In the campaign mode, you open with at a level with one competitor. Your hold is located in the Southeastern corner, with limited protection and not much for resources. Your competitor is North of you, but out in the open. He doesn't have really any protection, but he has a whole lot of resources (and starts with way more gold). Being a human, I'm limited as to how I quickly I can set up things in the game. The computer does not have this disadvantage and goes through the set up of their castle faster than I can get my standard supplies given to me. Plus, in this game you can't "Pause" and set things up like Stronghold 2, so you're behind when you get things finally set up. Also, what you need to know is that you've got a mercenary tent available to you from the start. This is a disadvantage because your enemy will set one up close to your hold, load up with soldiers and just pelt the heck out of your hold. I tried everything. I built walls, towers and gates. I built a mercenary post and bought and bought and bought soldiers. I tried both things together, and still I failed because I couldn't get my walls up fast enough and enough mercenaries out there to make a difference.From there I tried the free campaign portion. Same idea. Your enemy loads up on mercenary soldiers and you have no chance of accomplishing anything.There is no chance to really set up an economy or an atmosphere where your society can grow. Call me dorky, but that's I really enjoyed about Stronghold 2. Killing stuff is fun, but this game was too one-sided.

This game is very good. As a matter of fact the original was the first product I ever wrote a review for on Amazon. This is a five star game then and now, I deducted a point though. I have bought this game three seperate times, once as regular Stronghold Crusader, then I bought the Warchest which contained Stronghold and Stronghold Crusader+some extras, and now I have bought Stronghold Crusader Extreme. It contains the original Stronghold Crusader+the Warchest extras, and now it has a new trail, with 20 extreme missions, and tactical powers like arrow volleys that can kill most enemies on screen. There is also a new 10,000 man cap, so expect a lot more action in this version. Thats why I gave it a five star fun factor. Its like Stronghold Crusader on steroids, and this game still has its charm, and it still is VERY INTENSE. To be honest I love this game, and this new version brought it back to life for me. And I should also mention its now Vista compatible, and the multiplayer aspect also adds a lot more depth to the game.But there is a downside. There is no real market for this game besides the hardcore fan who probably owns a lot of this games content already. Are they willing to spend the cash for a lot more men, outposts, a new trail, and some tactical powers? I was and Im glad I did. New people to Stronghold Crusader need to realize the original game is from 2002 and buy it for its gameplay, instead of for eyecandy. This is not state of the art in the graphics department. But I recommend it whole heartedly. And there is a whole lot of game here, especially if you are new to Crusader. This is one of the best games of alltime.

Buyer Beware: Not supported on Windows 7 even in any/all compatibility modes.It gets 2 stars because of how great its predecessor is, and I (imagine) it is quite a good play on a computer that can run it. The advertised specs were very tempting in being able to mass build units. But I cant give it a true review as I cannot play it.Buyer beware.

Original Crusader was much more enjoyable. I preordered this game and spent over $50 for it but I haven't played this game more than a couple times. Extreme additions are more distracting than strategic and the whole castle building theme is lost quickly in this very weird update. Stick with the original Stronghold and Crusader games and play other's maps, they are far superior.

1st i liked it because you get 2 games in 1 so if u never played this game or the one before it you get the chance to experinece with out having to buy the first one.2nd its more chanllengin you really have to py attention to what your doing and how because you will loose the mission.

An incredible game with graphics and gameplay far ahead if it's time. I've been playing this game for probably around twelve years and I still find myself learning more about how it works, and what's more--it's still fun.

Very challenging game, great graphics. Wish they would make more editions to game or different eras. Recommended for those that like strategy