Stronghold: Crusader II

Firefly Studios' 2014 castle-RTS sequel set in the Crusades-era Middle East. Build castles, manage medieval economies, and lay siege across 1v1 / 2v2 / 3v3 / 4v4 multiplayer battles. Crusader Trail and Path of War campaigns, Custom Maps, and skirmish vs distinctive AI Lords (Wolf, Saladin, Lionheart, Sultan). Niche but active community.