Factsheet

Developer:
Anvil Game Studios
Based in Malta

Release date:
March 5th, 2020

Platforms:
Steam
Steam Deck
Xbox Series S / X
PlayStation 5 / Pro

Website:
holdfastgame.com

Regular Price:

EUR~ €19.99

Description

Fight on multiple fronts in Holdfast: Nations At War - A multiplayer first and third-person shooter set during the great Napoleonic Era and WW1. Charge into battle with over 150 players per server!

History

Concept

Development on Anvil Game Studios’ debut title 'Holdfast: Nations At War' officially started in June 2014. The idea was to create a competitive and teamwork oriented multiplayer game inspired by the Napoleonic Era. This setting meant that the game's mechanics were developed based on the tools of the time; muskets, cannon and warships from the golden age of sail.

Steam Early Access

Holdfast: Nations At War was made available for purchase through Steam’s Early Access program on September the 21st 2017.

Version 1.0 Release

Having spent more than two years pushing updates to deliver on the promises set out in the roadmap all the while acting on feedback put forward by its dedicated community, 'Version 1.0' saw a successful release on the 5th of March 2020. Anvil Game Studios will continue to support 'Holdfast: Nations At War' with additional features and content following its full release.

Version 2.0 Release

Throughout these years Holdfast continued to receive multiple updates consistently adding new content, features and even a free total conversion DLC based in WW1 called 'Holdfast: Frontlines' which was released as a thanks to the community. This expansion marked 'Version 2.0' launch for Holdfast and propelled the playerbase to an all time high.

Console Launch

After 9 dedicated years of developing the IP, Holdfast will be making its way to consoles on July 9th 2025 and will be available on Playstation 5 / Pro and Xbox Series S / X with full cross-play support. Players around the world will be able to engage in 150+ player battles across an impressive selection of battlefields and scenarios.

Features

  • The Holdfast Community - Holdfast is more than just a game, the community provides an extra experience through the many role-play features and proximity voice chat. It brings role-players, regiment (clan) members, casual gamers, and those who are here just for the untimely funny moments together. The great Holdfast community welcomes you. ❤️.
  • Battle Across Eras - Engage in large-scale battles across multiple eras! Ram your shot and fire impressive displays of coordinated volleys in the Napoleonic Wars or take to the frontlines of WW1 and charge at the officer's whistle to death or victory. Embark aboard warships from the golden age of sail and take to the seven seas. Bombard the beaches of historic Gallipoli with the mighty dreadnaught.
  • Battlefield Roles - Steadfast men in the ranks and take lead as an officer, fire devastating musket volleys while standing shoulder to shoulder, support the fight from the rear with artillery, command naval vessels, ride to glory on horseback or give ‘em steel with bayonet equipped. A grand selection of 27 classes to play with. Every class comes with its own traits and abilities which are crucial for your team's success,
  • Customisation and Progression - Battle-hardened soldiers can cosmetically display their feats through Holdfast's player progression and customisation mechanics. Select from 100+ unlockables featuring customisable heads, unique backpacks, specialised muskets and melee weaponry or cheer for your Emperor with various gestures and shouts.
  • Warring Nations - Take the King's shilling or fight for the Emperor in smoke-filled Napoleonic field battles! Declare your allegiance to the British Empire, French Empire, Kingdom of Prussia, Russian Empire, Austrian Empire or the Kingdom of Italy. Head over the top with the Central or Allied Powers and strive for dominance on trench-ridden battlefields of the Great War.

Videos

Console announcement for Holdfast: Nations At War. YouTube


Images

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Awards & Recognition

  • "IndieDB's 2017 Indie of the Year Top 10" - Holdfast: NaW
  • "Steam's Best of 2017 New Releases" - Holdfast: NaW
  • "Best Creative Enterprise 2018 by the Malta Art Awards" - Anvil Game Studios
  • "Best Creative Enterprise 2019 by the Malta Art Awards" - Anvil Game Studios
  • "IndieDB's 2020 Best Indie Multiplayer" - Holdfast: NaW
  • "Steam's 2020 Best EA Graduates" - Holdfast: NaW
  • "Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 by the Malta Business Awards" - Anvil Game Studios

Request A Press Key
Contact us on our email to request a press key: contact@anvilgamestudios.com .

Developer Blogs
Visit the following link for a look at all the developer blogs related to the game released thus far: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290.


About Anvil Game Studios

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Anvil Game Studios is a game development company based in Malta with an international team of passionate individuals. We independently developed and published our debut title ‘Holdfast: Nations At War’ and a free WW1 total conversion DLC ‘Holdfast: Frontlines’ - A multiplayer first and third person shooter set during the great Napoleonic and WW1 eras. Massive battles with over 150 players per server take place in the game. We are now set on bringing the Holdfast experience to larger audiences which is why we decided to launch it on Playstation and Xbox consoles.

More information
More information on Anvil Game Studios, our logo & relevant media are available here.


Holdfast: Nations At War Credits

The AGS Blacksmiths
Forging our way through history.


presskit() by Rami Ismail (Vlambeer) - also thanks to these fine folks