Notable new features include eight new playable units, four new AI lords, several additional campaigns, co-op gameplay, larger map sizes, and enhanced customization options.

The remaster features historical desert skirmishes, new gameplay content, and upgraded visuals, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is a remaster of the classic 2002 game, which serves as a sequel to the original Stronghold released in 2001.

While the pricing for the Definitive Edition has yet to be officially announced, the original Stronghold is priced at $9.99, and a previous remaster, Stronghold: Definitive Edition, costs $14.99.

Developed by FireFly Studios, the original creators of the Stronghold series, this remastered version aims to attract both veteran fans and newcomers to the strategy genre.

A free demo of Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is currently available on Steam, allowing players to experience the game ahead of its official release.

The full game is set to launch on July 15, 2025, following the demo's release six months prior.