The — Stronghold Collection

: The original "castle sim" set in medieval Britain (c. 1166). It introduced the foundational mechanics of village management—food supply, housing, and taxation—alongside elaborate castle defense.

: The series' transition into 3D. It added complex domestic management (e.g., waste disposal and crime) and more detailed castle life, such as jousting and feasts. The Stronghold Collection

: Shifts the setting to the Arabian desert during the Crusades. It features historical leaders like Richard the Lionheart and Saladin and introduced the skirmish mode, allowing for head-to-head AI battles that the original lacked. : The original "castle sim" set in medieval Britain (c