Stronghold Crusader 2 のレビュー

Stronghold 2 had the potential to be a grand successor in the series, but it ultimately falls short due to several frustrating issues that hinder the overall gameplay. While the core concept of castle building and management remains, the execution leaves much to be desired. Unbearable Multiplayer Lag and Instability The multiplayer experience is severely hampered by persistent lag and frequent "not responding" errors. It's nearly impossible to enjoy a smooth, competitive, or cooperative session when the game constantly bogs down or crashes. This makes playing with friends or online opponents a test of patience rather than skill, often leading to wasted time and immense frustration. The online component, a crucial aspect for many strategy games, feels broken and largely unplayable. Unfair and Cheating AI Perhaps the most infuriating aspect of Stronghold 2 is the AI of the computer-controlled opponents, which often feels incredibly unfair and downright cheats. Even when you meticulously plan and successfully destroy an enemy's granary—a critical structure for unit production—they inexplicably continue to churn out troops. This completely undermines strategic gameplay and makes many engagements feel like a rigged fight. Your efforts to cripple their economy are rendered meaningless, leading to a sense of futility and a lack of satisfaction in hard-won victories. Frustrating Building Mechanics Finally, the building mechanics in Stronghold 2 are incredibly finicky and often unclear. There are countless instances where workers refuse to construct buildings, citing an obstruction when there's clearly nothing in the way. This leads to endless micro-management and repositioning, breaking the flow of the game and turning what should be a straightforward task into a tedious chore. The pathfinding and collision detection for construction seem poorly implemented, making the simple act of expanding your castle an unnecessarily frustrating experience.