Stronghold 1 for Windows

Name: Stronghold 1
Rating: 2.8 (12 reviews)
Author: Firefly Studios

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

Stronghold 1 injects new life into the original game, offering free build mode and expanded multiplayer options for a richer strategic experience.

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Trial version

3.3

Pros
- Introduces free build mode.
- Adds new multiplayer options.
- Allows stopping alliances mid-game.
- Gatehouses are now capturable.
- First release on CNET Download.com.
Cons
No Cons available

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GENERAL

Release: April 14, 2008

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 1.2

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows 98
Windows XP
Windows 2000
Windows ME
Windows Vista

Additional Requirements: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Vista

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 368,974

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

2.8/5

12 User Votes

its not a game
heil_ArgentinaJune 17, 2013
Pros
its not a game
Cons
its not a game
Summary
dont waste your time, cnet keeps adding mods in the games sections..
This isn't the right one.
ziberooAugust 10, 2012
Pros
Absolutely amazing game!
Cons
CNet hosts a 'free' version. This is not free. Either buy a godamn disk or get it on steam you motherfucking piraters. (I'm talking about the other reviews)
Summary
Amazing game for a very low price.
Dont wast your time here..
gpgesslerNovember 12, 2011
Pros
I used to play this game and it was very good for its time, wanted to play it as a throwback..
Cons
The download appears to work howeber, upon attempting to run the game it asks for the CD-ROM.
Summary
Please insert disc
Legatus9September 24, 2010
Pros
fast download
Cons
would not run asked for disc
Summary
#4 sums it up very nicely
this game is verry funny and can make u relax
andisetiapermanaJuly 20, 2010
Pros
i like the scenario
Cons
details not good
Summary
some zone not realted with the game
Please Help
Maniac069July 24, 2009
Pros
ssssssssss
Cons
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Summary
When i try to play the Autoplay appears and then i get a message saying "Insert Correct CD-ROM" and i cant play it because it says i need CD :(
Suckyyyyyy
matterman123January 8, 2009
Pros
Suckyyyyyy
Cons
Suckyyyyyy
Summary
I cant play it my PC could never find it after it was downloaded im sure its a good game but that sucks
this game is cool
Osborn30May 31, 2008
Pros
this software is good
Cons
the free downloads
Summary

Developer’s Description

By Firefly Studios

Add features to Stronghold game.

Stronghold 1 adds free build mode to the game and extra options into multiplayer mode. You can stop alliance while playing in multiplayer mode. Gatehouses can be captured now from an enemy player. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

Stronghold 1 for Windows

Editors’ Review

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