Summary
- Platforms: Amstrad CPC
Hold Fast: Avast ye mateys!
Hold Fast is an incredibly immersive and realistic naval combat simulator that puts you in command of a warship during the Napoleonic Wars. The game features stunning graphics, detailed ship models, an accurate damage system, and a variety of game modes. Whether you’re a history buff or just a fan of naval combat games, Hold Fast is definitely worth checking out.
Gameplay
Hold Fast is played from a first-person perspective, and you can control every aspect of your ship, from steering to firing the cannons. The game features a variety of different ship types, each with its own unique strengths and weaknesses. You can also choose to play as one of several different nations, including the British, French, Spanish, and Dutch.
The game’s combat is both intense and rewarding. You’ll need to use all of your skills to maneuver your ship, aim your cannons, and repair your ship if it’s damaged. Hold Fast also features a realistic damage system, so you’ll need to be careful not to take too much damage or your ship will sink.
Game modes
Hold Fast features a variety of different game modes, including:
- Single-player campaign: The single-player campaign puts you in command of a ship during the Napoleonic Wars. You’ll fight in a variety of different battles, and you’ll need to use all of your skills to survive.
- Multiplayer: Hold Fast also features a variety of multiplayer modes, including deathmatch, team deathmatch, and capture the flag. You can play with up to 32 players online.
- Custom battles: You can also create your own custom battles in Hold Fast. You can choose the map, the ships, and the number of players.
Graphics and sound
Hold Fast features stunning graphics that bring the Napoleonic Wars to life. The game’s ships are incredibly detailed, and the water effects are some of the best we’ve ever seen. The game’s sound design is also top-notch, with realistic sound effects and a stirring soundtrack.
Overall
Hold Fast is an incredibly immersive and realistic naval combat simulator that puts you in command of a warship during the Napoleonic Wars. The game features stunning graphics, detailed ship models, an accurate damage system, and a variety of game modes. Whether you’re a history buff or just a fan of naval combat games, Hold Fast is definitely worth checking out.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- Stunning graphics
- Detailed ship models
- Accurate damage system
- Variety of game modes
Cons:
- Can be difficult for beginners
- Some of the maps are a bit small
Review Score
8.5/10
