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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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"Allocating R&D on that specific feature [server queues] for the release to follow after this one [2.16]. As simple as it may sound, its a rather involving feature that will require a backend redesign for some of the game's networking.  
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Welcome to the official FAQ. This section addresses common inquiries regarding gameplay features, future content, and technical status as of '''January 2026'''.
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No promises but we'll do our best to make it happen'''."'''
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=== 1. Development & Content ===
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Will additional factions be added to the game?
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* '''Status:''' '''Active Development.'''
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* Following the inclusion of the Austrian Empire, the development team has shifted focus toward the '''"Age of Sail"''' expansion
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** "A boatload of new content is just over the horizon... we've even gone as far as introducing an entire new faction... Privateers are coming based on real sailors under the black flag." — Refleax (Game Director), August 2025
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Will additional Cavalry classes (e.g., Lancers) be introduced?
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* '''Status:''' '''Unconfirmed.'''
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* While the community has expressed interest in lancers and specialized cavalry, Anvil Game Studios has not confirmed further development for this branch as of current milestones.
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Will Naval warfare be updated?
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* '''Status:''' '''Confirmed Expansion.'''
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* The '''Age of Sail''' expansion (Q1 2026) is a major overhaul of the naval front. This update introduces the '''Privateer''' faction, the accordion instrument, and significant balance changes to maritime engagements.
  
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''-Refleax (Game Director) Mar. 2024''
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Will additional factions be added to the game (after Austria)?
 
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"We don't have any plans to introduce additional factions in 2023 since it doesn't fit our strategy well for the year. Beyond that however, we will definitely not exclude bringing additional factions in!"
 
  
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''-Refleax (Game Director) Feb. 2023''
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=== 2. Maps & World ===
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  Will Dutch Canals [NaW map] be brought back?
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  Will "Dutch Canals" or "Port Nile" be brought back?
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"There are no plans to bring back the old Dutch canals. What do people love from it conceptually? We can reinvision that in another design."
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* '''Dutch Canals:''' There are no plans to restore the original map. The team intends to reimagine its popular conceptual elements in future designs.
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* '''Port Nile:''' '''Returned.''' Port Nile was officially reintroduced to the rotation as of '''Game Version 2.19'''.
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What is the current status of the map rotation?
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As of '''Version 2.32''', the rotation has been optimized to reduce repetitive map voting and improve weather randomization. Recent updates (December 2025) have added '''five new Scottish-themed maps''' to the rotation.
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''-Refleax (Game Director) Apr. 2024''
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=== 3. Technical & Platforms ===
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  Will Port Nile [NaW map] be brought back?
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  Does Holdfast support server queues?
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Yes, Harper teased it in the game's discord. "On a scale of 1 to Port Nile how excited are you to have Port Nile return ?" When it'll be reintroduced is unknown, but believed to be Soon™.
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* '''Status:''' '''Implemented.'''  
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Will Naval be updated?
 
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Further development regarding naval has not been confirmed by AGS. They have recently allowed "Le Merc's Pirate Fleet" [an in-game regiment] to operate 2 featured servers in place of the previous official naval servers. More info can be found here: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4123680600175839116
 
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Will additional Cavalry classes (i.e Lancers) be introduced?
 
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Further development regarding cavalry has not been confirmed by AGS.
 
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Who makes up the Anvil Game Studios team and what are their roles?
 
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'''Refleax''' (Game Director), '''Walki''' (Producer), '''Rycon''' (Art Director), '''Dreas''' (Senior Game Dev.), '''Harper''' (Media Specialist & Game Dev), '''Grandayy''' (Game Dev), '''Rejenorst''' (Game Dev), '''Matt''' (Game Dev), '''Gest''' (Game Dev), '''Storey''' (3D Artist), '''UberJuice''' (3D Artist), '''Stan''' (Level Designer), '''Charles''' (Level Designer), '''Jackson''' (Character Designer) and of course, '''Winston''' (Mascot & Feline).
 
  
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* Server queues were officially added in '''Game Version 2.22'''. Currently, queues are limited to '''10 slots per server''' to encourage players to populate secondary or regional servers rather than waiting for a single full lobby.
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Are Steam Achievements functional?
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* '''Status:''' '''Resolved.'''
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* The long-standing issues with Steam Achievements were addressed in the 2024–2025 update cycle. Recent patches have integrated achievements directly into the in-game '''Armoury''', and the completion rate has returned to 100% functionality.
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Is there cross-platform support?
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* '''Status:''' '''Supported.'''
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* Following the 2025 console launch, ''Holdfast'' supports cross-play between '''PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S'''. A "Platform Manager" system has been implemented to ensure scalability across all hardware.
  
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''<u>Page created by [[User:BananaPhone|Banana]]</u>''
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=== 4. About Anvil Game Studios ===
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The team at AGS is an international group of developers based in Malta. Below is the current studio roster and their respective roles:
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{| class="wikitable"
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|'''Category'''
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|'''Team Members'''
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|'''Leadership'''
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|'''Refleax''' (Game Director), '''Walki''' (Producer), '''Rycon''' (Art Director)
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|'''Community'''
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|'''Gen.Ted''' (Community Manager)
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|'''Engineering'''
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|'''Dreas''' (Senior Dev), '''Harper''' (Media & Dev), '''Grandayy''', '''Rejenorst''', '''Matt''', '''Gest'''
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|'''Design & Art'''
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|'''Storey''' (3D), '''UberJuice''' (3D), '''Stan''' (Level), '''Charles''' (Level), '''Jackson''' (Character)
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|'''Studio Mascots'''
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|'''Winston''' (Feline), '''Nelson''' (Feline)
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|}
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----<blockquote>'''Note:''' For real-time updates and community discussion, please visit the <u>[[/discord.gg/holdfastgame|Official Holdfast Discord]].</u></blockquote>

Latest revision as of 06:35, 21 January 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the official FAQ. This section addresses common inquiries regarding gameplay features, future content, and technical status as of January 2026.

1. Development & Content

Will additional factions be added to the game?
  • Status: Active Development.
  • Following the inclusion of the Austrian Empire, the development team has shifted focus toward the "Age of Sail" expansion
    • "A boatload of new content is just over the horizon... we've even gone as far as introducing an entire new faction... Privateers are coming based on real sailors under the black flag." — Refleax (Game Director), August 2025
Will additional Cavalry classes (e.g., Lancers) be introduced?
  • Status: Unconfirmed.
  • While the community has expressed interest in lancers and specialized cavalry, Anvil Game Studios has not confirmed further development for this branch as of current milestones.
Will Naval warfare be updated?
  • Status: Confirmed Expansion.
  • The Age of Sail expansion (Q1 2026) is a major overhaul of the naval front. This update introduces the Privateer faction, the accordion instrument, and significant balance changes to maritime engagements.

2. Maps & World

Will "Dutch Canals" or "Port Nile" be brought back?
  • Dutch Canals: There are no plans to restore the original map. The team intends to reimagine its popular conceptual elements in future designs.
  • Port Nile: Returned. Port Nile was officially reintroduced to the rotation as of Game Version 2.19.
What is the current status of the map rotation?

As of Version 2.32, the rotation has been optimized to reduce repetitive map voting and improve weather randomization. Recent updates (December 2025) have added five new Scottish-themed maps to the rotation.

3. Technical & Platforms

Does Holdfast support server queues?
  • Status: Implemented.
  • Server queues were officially added in Game Version 2.22. Currently, queues are limited to 10 slots per server to encourage players to populate secondary or regional servers rather than waiting for a single full lobby.
Are Steam Achievements functional?
  • Status: Resolved.
  • The long-standing issues with Steam Achievements were addressed in the 2024–2025 update cycle. Recent patches have integrated achievements directly into the in-game Armoury, and the completion rate has returned to 100% functionality.
Is there cross-platform support?
  • Status: Supported.
  • Following the 2025 console launch, Holdfast supports cross-play between PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A "Platform Manager" system has been implemented to ensure scalability across all hardware.

4. About Anvil Game Studios

The team at AGS is an international group of developers based in Malta. Below is the current studio roster and their respective roles:

Category Team Members
Leadership Refleax (Game Director), Walki (Producer), Rycon (Art Director)
Community Gen.Ted (Community Manager)
Engineering Dreas (Senior Dev), Harper (Media & Dev), Grandayy, Rejenorst, Matt, Gest
Design & Art Storey (3D), UberJuice (3D), Stan (Level), Charles (Level), Jackson (Character)
Studio Mascots Winston (Feline), Nelson (Feline)

Note: For real-time updates and community discussion, please visit the Official Holdfast Discord.

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