StarCraft: Remastered
Aug 14, 2017 9 years ago
StarCraft: Remastered is a reverently crafted modernization of Blizzard Entertainment’s original sci-fi real-time strategy game. StarCraft: Remastered will offer a full graphical overhaul of the original StarCraft and the StarCraft: Brood War expansion, bringing a modern look and feel to the timeless classic with widescreen UHD support for up to 4K resolution. StarCraft: Remastered will include all of StarCraft’s and Brood War’s campaign missions with enhanced storytelling via new comic-book style interludes. While this rejuvenated version of StarCraft is locked and loaded for the modern era, the gameplay and balance have been precisely preserved, for an experience that will feel identical to veteran players. 4K Ultra HD Graphics and Upgraded Audio: StarCraft: Remastered will include high-resolution unit models, buildings, doodads, and tilesets, as well as high-fidelity music and sound effects to bring the original game into the modern era, while retaining the classic StarCraft style. Same Timeless Gameplay: The gameplay balance and idiosyncrasies have been painstakingly preserved from the original game. Mutalisk stacking, magic-boxing, unit pathfinding, control-group limitations, and more will all remain intact, allowing veteran players to enjoy playing and watching high-level competitive matches as before. Includes Original and Expansion Campaigns: Return to the planetary battlefields of the war-torn Koprulu Sector and command the forces of the terran, zerg, and protoss across more than 50 story-driven single-player missions. Fall in Love Again: Relive the epic saga of some of gaming’s most memorable and beloved heroes and villains, including Marshal Jim Raynor, Lieutenant Sarah Kerrigan, and Praetor Fenix. Enhanced Storytelling: Original cinematics will be improved to 1080p resolution, while mission interludes and introductions will feature new comic-book style illustrations. Blizzard’s Gaming Network Brings a Bevy of Features: In addition to accurate matchmaking and enhanced ladder functionality, players will also be able to stay in touch with and chat with friends playing other Blizzard games. The classic functionality of named custom games and custom game lobbies will be retained, for the familiarity of long-time StarCraft players. Localized in 13 Languages: English, German, French, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish (LatAm), Spanish (European), Polish, Italian, Russian, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese.
What it’s like
StarCraft: Remastered is a faithful preservation of a legendary real-time strategy epic, wrapped in modernized presentation. The experience centers on commanding three distinct factions—Terran, Zerg, and Protoss—through a tense, ideologically charged sci-fi conflict defined by survival and duty. Visually, the game offers crisp 4K resolution, updated textures, and high-fidelity audio while meticulously retaining the original’s precise mechanical idiosyncrasies, such as unit stacking and pathfinding quirks that define its depth. The narrative structure relies on iconic cinematic interludes and comic-book style missions to frame a classic tale of betrayal and war, delivering high-stakes emotional beats without altering the core gameplay loop. While the single-player campaign provides a structured, pacing-heavy progression through memorable battles, the true heart of the title lies in its multiplayer ecosystem. It serves as a polished, accessible gateway to a highly competitive ladder where strategic mastery and reflexes are paramount, offering a timeless tactical challenge for those willing to climb the ranks.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerCombatGameplay / MechanicsSystems Depth / Build VarietyAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersDifficulty / ChallengePacingStory / NarrativeVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The single-player campaign is identical to the original free-to-play version; the primary value lies in visual upgrades and multiplayer infrastructure rather than new content. · The steep learning curve and unforgiving competitive multiplayer environment may alienate players seeking casual or relaxed strategy experiences.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from cyberpowerpc.com, ztgd.com, pcgamer.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 14, 20179 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 14, 20179 years ago |
