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What changed in Stronghold Crusader 2 in 2015

62 updates · 24 main milestones · Mar 20, 2015 to Dec 22, 2015

  1. 6 events
    Release of Two Mini-Campaign DLCsdlc release

    Two mini-campaign DLCs have been released for Stronghold Crusader 2, previously a pre-order exclusive.

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    Addition of Four New Mapsnew content

    Four new maps have been added to the game: Ruins, Mirage, Three Rivers, and The Fork (Sandbox).

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    Optimisations to Worker Productivitybalance change

    Fixes and optimisations have been made to prevent variations in worker productivity during larger games, with special attention to Woodcutters.

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    Release of Two Mini-Campaign DLCsdlc release

    Two mini-campaign DLCs have been released for Stronghold Crusader 2, previously a pre-order exclusive.

    Steam
    Addition of Four New Mapsnew content

    Four new maps have been added to the game: Ruins, Mirage, Three Rivers, and The Fork (Sandbox).

    Steam
    Optimisations for Worker Productivitybalance change

    Fixes and optimisations have been made to prevent variations in worker productivity during larger games, with special attention to Woodcutters.

    Steam
  2. 20 events
    Fixed actors warping onto towersbug fix

    Certain actors that are not allowed on towers now warp to the side instead of onto them.

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    Pathfinding optimisationsbug fix
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    Fixed Friend / Invite Only lobbies kicking players outbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed issue preventing publishing to Steam Workshopbug fixMilestone

    This issue was affecting the Map Editor.

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    Improved movement and usability of Oil Tippersgameplay
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    Improved movement and placement of troops on wall buildingsgameplay

    Includes Stairs and Barracks.

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    Grid overlay in Map Editor no longer appears red everywherebug fix

    Grid overlay now functions correctly outside the Player 1 estate.

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    Fixed resource production decrease in larger skirmish gamesbug fix

    Addressed issue where player resource production would decrease.

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    Grid overlay in Map Editor fixedbug fix

    No longer appears red everywhere outside the Player 1 estate.

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    Fixed bug where player resource production decreased in larger skirmish gamesbug fix

    Thanks FireRanger!

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    Improved movement and usability of Oil Tippersgameplay
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    Improved movement and placement of troops on wall buildingsgameplay

    Enhancements made to Stairs and Barracks.

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    Pathfinding optimisationsbug fix
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    Fixed certain actors warping onto towersbug fix

    Actors now warp to the side instead of onto towers if standing on the ground where a tower is placed.

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    Fixed siege equipment and mounted units movement onto bridgesbug fix
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    Added tooltips to in-game shieldsui ux
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    Added tooltips to in-game shieldsui ux
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    Fixed Friend / Invite Only lobbies kicking players outbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed siege equipment and mounted units unable to move onto bridgesbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed publishing issue to Steam Workshop from Map Editorbug fix
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  3. 5 events
    Ultimate Edition Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Ultimate Edition includes all four character pack DLCs, Special Edition content, and two bonus mini-campaigns.

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    The Jackal & The Khan DLC Launchednew contentMilestone

    New AI characters The Jackal and The Khan added, featuring greater tactical nuance and nine Skirmish Trail missions.

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    Stronghold Crusader 2: Ultimate Edition Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Ultimate Edition includes all four character pack DLCs, Special Edition content, and bonus mini-campaigns.

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    The Jackal & The Khan DLC Introducednew contentMilestone

    New AI characters with greater tactical nuance and nine Skirmish Trail missions.

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    Steam Sale for Ultimate Edition Launchshop

    All Crusader 2 items on Steam discounted for the launch of Ultimate Edition.

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  4. 6 events
    Frame Rate Improvementsperformance

    CPU load has been reduced and frame rates improved, particularly for low spec machines.

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    Multi-Core CPU Optimizationperformance

    Improvements made to utilize multiple CPU cores more effectively, reducing overhead from single core execution.

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    Multiplayer Performance Enhancementsperformance

    Low spec machines will maintain better frame rates in large games, and game server will slow down to keep clients in sync.

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    Multi-Core CPU Optimizationperformance

    Improved task management on multi-core CPUs to reduce roadblocks and overhead.

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    CPU Load Reduction and Frame Rate Improvementperformance

    Reduced CPU load and improved frame rates, especially on low-spec machines.

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    Multiplayer Performance Enhancementsperformance

    Low spec machines will now maintain better frame rates in large games, and game server will slow down to keep clients in sync.

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  5. 12 events
    New Maps Addednew contentMilestone

    New Skirmish and Sandbox maps including 'Interlocked', 'Volcano', and 'The Forest'.

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    Faction Selection in Skirmish TrailgameplayMilestone

    Choose between Crusaders or Arabic freedom fighters in Skirmish Trail missions.

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    Various Bugs Fixedbug fix

    Multiple bugs have been addressed in this update.

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    Easy AI Mode Introducedgameplay

    New easy mode reduces the difficulty of Skirmish Trail missions.

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    Invasions Update Now Livenew contentMilestone

    Launch siege invasions against your castle in Sandbox mode.

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    Invasions Update Now Livenew contentMilestone

    Launch siege invasions against your castle in Sandbox mode.

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    Faction Selection in Skirmish TrailsgameplayMilestone

    Players can now choose between Crusaders and Arabic freedom fighters in Skirmish Trail missions.

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    New Maps Addednew content

    Includes maps like 'Interlocked', 'Volcano', and 'The Forest' for Skirmish and Sandbox modes.

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    Various Bugs Fixedbug fix
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    Siege Invasions FeaturegameplayMilestone

    Allows players to launch AI sieges against experimental castle designs in Sandbox mode.

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    Easy AI Mode Introducedgameplay

    New easy mode reduces the difficulty of Skirmish Trail missions.

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    Siege Invasions FeaturegameplayMilestone

    Launch AI sieges against experimental castle designs in Sandbox mode.

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  6. 4 events
    Freebuild Invasions Updatenew contentMilestone

    Invasions added to Freebuild mode and new faction selection in Skirmish Trails.

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    Second Map Pack Releasenew contentMilestone

    New maps for both Skirmish and Freebuild modes.

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    Second Map Pack Releasenew contentMilestone

    New maps for both Skirmish and Freebuild modes.

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    Freebuild Invasions Updatenew contentMilestone

    Invasions added to Freebuild mode and new faction selection in Skirmish Trails.

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  7. 9 events
    New Map Pack Releasednew content

    Added a new map pack featuring four challenging maps for Custom Skirmish and Multiplayer.

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    New AI Lords and Missionsnew contentMilestone

    Adds two new AI opponents and seven new missions.

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    Improved Enemy AIai

    Updated enemy Lords with more effective AI for attacking and defending against players.

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    The Princess & The Pig DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing new character, missions, and achievements.

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    New Map Pack: Blow the Horn, Bang the Drumnew contentMilestone

    Four new maps added for Custom Skirmish and Multiplayer modes.

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    Improved Enemy AIai

    Enemy Lords updated with more effective AI for attacking and defending.

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    New Map Pack Addednew content

    Four challenging maps for Custom Skirmish and Multiplayer experiences.

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    The Princess & The Pig DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing a new character, missions, and AI opponents.

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    New Map Pack in 'Blow the Horn, Bang the Drum' Updatenew contentMilestone

    Four new maps added for Custom Skirmish and Multiplayer modes.

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