Real-time Strategy, but with a twist. That twist is that a compelling story is told along the way. It might be overly harsh to say that RTS games tend to lack when it comes to storytelling, as story is usually confined to pre-mission exposition and post-mission cutscenes. It's kind of a cookie-cutter formula. This game is unique in that it breaks that mold and allows to the story to unfold mid-mis... read more
Description:Nearly a decade after the original's debut, Blizzard Entertainment has announced a follow-up to the sci-fi real-time strategy game.
Blizzard's sci-fi real-time strategy sequel consists of three separate games: The first, Wings of Liberty, will focus on the Terrans.Nearly a decade after the original's debut, Blizzard Entertainment has announced a follow-up to the sci-fi real-time strategy game.
Blizzard's sci-fi real-time strategy sequel consists of three separate games: The first, Wings of Liberty, will focus on the Terrans.... (more)(less)
Manufacturer : Vivendi Universal Release date : 27 July 2010 UPC: 400009415544
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While I do enjoy some multiplayer from time to time with StarCraft, I never really got into it, simply because I absolutely suck at multiplayer. What I do enjoy in StarCraft is its story and characters and it is all the same with StarCraft II. The gameplay is still the deep and addicting strategy game that requires less than a second thought decisions when engaging an enemy but with many streamlined improvements just to make the game a bit more accessible. The graphics are quite incredible and"
"StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty (2010)
Sequel to: StarCraft (1998)
Gap between games: 12 years
Was it worth the wait?: I remember playing the first game years ago as a kid back in the 90's, but I never got the chance to play the sequel. Maybe one day when I get a better PC since I hear it's pretty good. "
paulius added this to a list 8 months, 2 weeks ago
"While the original StarCraft had a really cool story, StarCraft II got me actually apply myself to improving my strategy game skills, as well as broaden my scope of strategy games that I played."
GruntLogic added this to a list 10 months, 3 weeks ago
"2010 - After taking its sweet time, Blizzard finally released the sequel to StarCraft, and what a game it was. With powerful AI, an excellent mix of units and yet still managing to keep the same feel of the original, StarCraft II was an instant success. A high quality game all round, it has set a new standard for upcoming RTS games.
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GruntLogic added this to a list 1 year, 3 months ago
"Real-time Strategy, but with a twist. That twist is that a compelling story is told along the way. It might be overly harsh to say that RTS games tend to lack when it comes to storytelling, as story is usually confined to pre-mission exposition and post-mission cutscenes. It's kind of a cookie-cutter formula. This game is unique in that it breaks that mold and allows to the story to unfold mid-mission, as you play it, in addition to the pre/post cutscenes (which are beautifully rendered, as is p"
asif105878 added this to a list 1 year, 3 months ago
"Blizzard outdid itself again by elevating the RTS genre into a truly viable and riveting storytelling platform. I had never played the first in the series, but Tichus is instantly likable and relatable. The rest? It's Blizzard; they know RTS. "
"Your favorite character: Tychus Findlay
Tychus Findlay is a badass. But it's the respect he shows for Raynor that makes him seem even moreso. Being as naive as Tychus was in these situations, it helped me connect to the story--though having his impeccable comic timing along with me wherever I went was an even bigger boon. "
Sabin Kenobi added this to a list 1 year, 4 months ago
"We waited so long for Starcraft 2 and I don't think anyone has been disappointed. The ending is mind blowing on two levels; one is that Kerrigan may be back to normal (though trailers for Heart of the Swarm look otherwise) and two is that Tychus gets shot by his only friend.
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