The Stronghold series has given strategy fans much to chew on through the years, and now with Stronghold: Warlords the series is getting a new direction – East. With a tonne of new features and lots to look forward to, here’s everything you need to know about Stronghold: Warlords, and what you can expect from the game.
What is Stronghold: Warlords?
Stronghold: Warlords will see you dive into a strategic simulation of the castle economies of East Asia. You’ll build castle, raise armies, and besiege enemy fortresses in your quest for power. For the first time in the series you’ll also be able to recruit powerful AI warlords, each providing their own unique benefits that’ll see you unlock new strategies and ways of play.
Stronghold: Warlords Release Date
Initially planned for a January 26th, 2021 release, developers Firefly Studios have had to take the tough decision to push back the launch a little bit. Now they’re aiming for a March 9th, 2021 release date.
However, if that’s too far away in the future, you may be able to join in early with a Stronghold: Warlords beta. Just head over to their website, check out their Discord, and if any beta tests are running you may be in with an invite.
Stronghold: Warlords Trailers
For the first Stronghold: Warlords trailer we have to head back to E3 2019, where we got our first glimpse of the game:
Next up, take a look at 100 quick questions – with answers – about Stronghold: Warlords.
Finally, for a lengthy look at the game in action, here’s some raw gameplay the developers have captured for you:
More trailers are available over at the Firefly Studios YouTube.
Stronghold: Warlords System Requirements
Is your system ready for war? Check out the Stronghold: Warlords system requirements and make sure you’re prepared:
Minimum Requirements:
- OS: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel i5-3330 3.0Ghz or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTX 680 or AMD Radeon HD 7970 (2 GB VRAM)
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 6 GB available space
Recommended Requirements:
- OS: Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 290
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 6 GB available space
Stronghold: Warlords Editions
There are two editions of the game for you to pick up. The first is the standard edition, which includes the base game itself.
You can, however, plump for the Stronghold: Warlords Special Edition. Here’s what you get in that package:
- Stronghold HD – Full copy of the game
- New Soundtrack by Series Composer Robert Euvino
- Digital Art Book Including Exclusive Concept Art
- Feature Length ‘Making Of’ Documentary
Now you should be ready to head into the deep strategic past with Stronghold: Warlords. Make sure you head over to our community forum and share your excitement with our other commanders.