Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3772 Ratings

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  1. edoardoT
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    Blizzard did it again! This game is one of the most outstanding strategy games I ever tried, with an incredible campaign with a depth story, gameplay that provides hours of fun and tons of strategies, a multiplayer that challenges without frustrate, and an editor that allows to create a totally new game, Starcraft II is my GOTY undoubtedly.
  2. Teli
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    Played this during Phase 1 and without a doubt this game will impress. The 3 races are very well balanced, and each feels distinct. Find the one that suits your playstyle. See you in space.
  3. Dougdou
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    Believe the hype. This game is incredibly polished, addicting, and it's balanced. Not only that, but the map editor and other campaign make it the best RTS i've ever played. Buy it without hesitation.
  4. DougC
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    Epic and immersive singleplayer the likes of which I havn't seen in an rts for a long time. Challenges are something fun to tinker around with and then you've got multiplayer. Not that many custom maps are out yet but the ones from the beta were good enough for many hours of gameplay alone. Ranked matches seem fairly well balanced to but thats something blizzard will be fighting Epic and immersive singleplayer the likes of which I havn't seen in an rts for a long time. Challenges are something fun to tinker around with and then you've got multiplayer. Not that many custom maps are out yet but the ones from the beta were good enough for many hours of gameplay alone. Ranked matches seem fairly well balanced to but thats something blizzard will be fighting with over the next few years with patches and expansions anyway. This in my opinion lived up to the hype and is well worth the price considering there are 3 elements (Custom maps, singleplayer and multiplayer) which are large enough to be a game by themselves.… Expand
  5. JimR.
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This is, simply put, the greatest game of all time. Best looking cinematics around, incredibly deep multiplayer, a great campaign and story. Some people complain that this is 1/3 of a game but honestly this campaign is 3 times bigger and better than any other games out there.
  6. JohnJ
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Excellent single player campaign, enticing multiplayer which is surprisingly balanced. Clearly all the months of beta testing and carefully tweaking paid off. If only the original StarCraft had been anywhere near this balanced when it released. To top it all off it runs like a dream on my 4 year old computer - on ultra settings, at that.
  7. LucasT.
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Que decir de este juego y de esta compañia. Sacan juegos cada 5 años( tardan mucho ), pero cuando lo hacen, que tiemblen las demas compañias, Blizzard ha vuelto y starcraft se alza de nuevo para proporcionar lo que es para mi uno de los mejores juegos de estrategia que ha existido. Cinematicas impresionantes, esencia de estrategia clasica. Historia que te absorve, Que decir de este juego y de esta compañia. Sacan juegos cada 5 años( tardan mucho ), pero cuando lo hacen, que tiemblen las demas compañias, Blizzard ha vuelto y starcraft se alza de nuevo para proporcionar lo que es para mi uno de los mejores juegos de estrategia que ha existido. Cinematicas impresionantes, esencia de estrategia clasica. Historia que te absorve, graficos clasicos y a la vez buenisimos. En mi opinion un acierto total al juego y una merecida compra. Un saludo y a los amantes de la estrategia os lo aconsejo 100%.… Expand
  8. AntonyB
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Blizzard has done it again. It's easy to take the work they put into their games for granted...but compared against many of the other games currently available on the PC, StarCraft II is easily an 11+/10. There's so much polish in every aspect of the game. All I want when I sit down to play is a fun, polished, engaging experience, and this game's spades has it in spades. Blizzard has done it again. It's easy to take the work they put into their games for granted...but compared against many of the other games currently available on the PC, StarCraft II is easily an 11+/10. There's so much polish in every aspect of the game. All I want when I sit down to play is a fun, polished, engaging experience, and this game's spades has it in spades. I'm switching back and forth between the single-player campaign and the multiplayer and having equal fun with both.… Expand
  9. CK
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This is what RTS and Starcraft is all about. Blizzard found a really amazing balance between the things that worked in the original and improving or changing things. The campaign is really fun as it almost feels like it has small bits of rpg elements within an rts. This means selecting upgrades, research, and hiring special unit mercs, and even making choices in the story with This is what RTS and Starcraft is all about. Blizzard found a really amazing balance between the things that worked in the original and improving or changing things. The campaign is really fun as it almost feels like it has small bits of rpg elements within an rts. This means selecting upgrades, research, and hiring special unit mercs, and even making choices in the story with consequences. Don't buy into the usual internet crap that will probably blast this game for very minor things, it's really something special and definitely the best rts blizzard has ever made.… Expand
  10. MarkP
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Fast, frantic play. Excellent graphics. Very high quality sound and voice actors. No programming bugs detected at all. Still has that SC feel to it. An absolute must-have for RTS players. Easily a 10/10. And I'm not a fanboy; I didn't like WC3.
  11. Morpheus
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    When I go into game design, Blizzard will always be the company that I model my work ethic after. Not only are their games polished to perfection, they make games that everyone can enjoy and to me that is design at its best. Kudos Blizzard, this will keep me busy until diablo and your next MMO.
  12. TerryD
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Starcraft 2 is hands down the best RTS game to come out in years. Graphics are beautiful in game and during its rendered cut-scenes, game play is fantastic for all of the races, and the story is awesome.
  13. TodorS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    That's not only the ultimate RTS, not only the ultimate challenge for your mental skills, but the best computer game ever to exist! It has absolutely no flaws - the graphics are gorgeous, the sound is stunning, the story beats most of the blockbuster movies and the multiplayer... the multiplayer cannot be described in words. That's absolutely the most fun you can have with 45 That's not only the ultimate RTS, not only the ultimate challenge for your mental skills, but the best computer game ever to exist! It has absolutely no flaws - the graphics are gorgeous, the sound is stunning, the story beats most of the blockbuster movies and the multiplayer... the multiplayer cannot be described in words. That's absolutely the most fun you can have with 45 euros. Mind that I do not usually play games, let alone the first Starcraft. But this thing is in a league of its own!… Expand
  14. RemingtonW
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    There are very few bad things a person can say about starcraft 2. A person really needs to play the game to understand why people have been playing the original for so long. The game is almost instantly fun to play, everything clicks in just the right places the pace is fast and addicting. New additions to the campaign are well implemented and add to the experience. For those out there There are very few bad things a person can say about starcraft 2. A person really needs to play the game to understand why people have been playing the original for so long. The game is almost instantly fun to play, everything clicks in just the right places the pace is fast and addicting. New additions to the campaign are well implemented and add to the experience. For those out there that are complaining about the price and only one race being available for the campaign need to stop as what is given to you in the game is more fleshed out and better produced then other (full games)… Expand
  15. SeanK
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This really is an exceptional game, at least from what I've seen of the campaign content. The story aspect, which is what I like in a game, is well written and acted. The missions are interesting and varied, a nice mix of defence, escorts, and all out attacks. The performance is impressive. I'm on a 2008 MacBook Pro, and playing with most settings on medium or low, but it looks This really is an exceptional game, at least from what I've seen of the campaign content. The story aspect, which is what I like in a game, is well written and acted. The missions are interesting and varied, a nice mix of defence, escorts, and all out attacks. The performance is impressive. I'm on a 2008 MacBook Pro, and playing with most settings on medium or low, but it looks pretty sweet. Looking forward to trying this in a few months on a newer machine.… Expand
  16. JamieD
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Gary K. Your PC must be an emachine from 2000 then...this runs fiine on my laptop and over 120 fps on my desktop all settings ultra. The multiplayer is awesome!!! Better than the first. Hands down better than any game made this year or last.
  17. goldgold
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Blizzard did it again! This game is one of the most outstanding strategy games I ever tried, with an incredible campaign with a depth story, gameplay that provides hours of fun and tons of strategies, a multiplayer that challenges without frustrate, and an editor that allows to create.
  18. RichardH
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    What a beautifully made game! Blizzard has truly, -truly- outdone themselves with SC2. I only played Starcraft sparingly, but I was hooked on the beta and I love the campaign so far. I am a great fan of the multiplayer, and, although it's a bit bugged right now occasionally, the same could be said for almost every other game release ever. Kudos, Blizzard! Starcraft wasn't the What a beautifully made game! Blizzard has truly, -truly- outdone themselves with SC2. I only played Starcraft sparingly, but I was hooked on the beta and I love the campaign so far. I am a great fan of the multiplayer, and, although it's a bit bugged right now occasionally, the same could be said for almost every other game release ever. Kudos, Blizzard! Starcraft wasn't the game it is for several years, Starcraft 2 has already succeeded it, and it has a long time to go!… Expand
  19. DanyalR
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    It would be hard not to give the most polished and competitive real time strategy a 10/10. Honestly, I did not like the mechanics of the original game much, but Blizzard significantly improved upon those in this game. I have probably spent more time playing the beta of starcraft 2 than most of my other fully retail games, and I am pretty sure I'll spend a hefty thousand hours into It would be hard not to give the most polished and competitive real time strategy a 10/10. Honestly, I did not like the mechanics of the original game much, but Blizzard significantly improved upon those in this game. I have probably spent more time playing the beta of starcraft 2 than most of my other fully retail games, and I am pretty sure I'll spend a hefty thousand hours into the retail version.… Expand
  20. BrendanC
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    SC2 is a great game, if you play through all the campaigns, it's a very lengthy ordeal and especially a good replay if you want to get the achievements through. I haven't played multiplayer yet but for being the #1 competitive online game in the world i'm sure it won't dissapoint. Bravo Blizzard!
  21. TomS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Fantastic game. Great campaign with an intersting adventure game twist. Many great feature including replays and trial missions. Multiplayer as addictive as ever and modest entry specs. The game we've all been waiting for.
  22. johnf
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Graphics and lack of innovation seems to be the main problems here, but I dont hate it. Starcraft is starcraft and diablo is diablo. If Blizzard wanted to innovate they would've started a new franchise. But this is starcraft and you really cant change it much other than add new units. The 60$ price is pretty much the same as most console games. If you are lagging then maybe you Graphics and lack of innovation seems to be the main problems here, but I dont hate it. Starcraft is starcraft and diablo is diablo. If Blizzard wanted to innovate they would've started a new franchise. But this is starcraft and you really cant change it much other than add new units. The 60$ price is pretty much the same as most console games. If you are lagging then maybe you should get a new rig. Peace and have fun!!!1!… Expand
  23. JessB
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    The campaign is amazing. For only focusing on the Terran, every level is fresh and different. I have to praise something most people don't: the Galaxy Editor is amazing and a big improvement over WC3's editor. The match making is excellent and the new league structures work to match similarly skilled players.
  24. JabobV
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I loved the original starcraft. That is why I like the fact that they kept to the original style of play and not adopting all of the other strategy games out their. Game play is epic fun.Graphics is Awesome! Story is awesome.(I like that fact that they have graphical cut scene's and not a bunch of dumb actors making it Epically lame!) I guess the only thing i can criticize they game I loved the original starcraft. That is why I like the fact that they kept to the original style of play and not adopting all of the other strategy games out their. Game play is epic fun.Graphics is Awesome! Story is awesome.(I like that fact that they have graphical cut scene's and not a bunch of dumb actors making it Epically lame!) I guess the only thing i can criticize they game on is the fact that they made it to good :D and they left my favorite Terran anti-air unit out . The Goliath.… Expand
  25. StefanS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    A very good game! It's too bad that so many folk are using their magnifying glass to find faults with this game when compared to its competition is completely brilliant! The campaign has a grand depth, and the multiple achievements and game modes online makes for infinite playability. 10 out of 10 from me :D
  26. TamlinS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    SC1 had thirty missions split into three "campaigns". SC2 has 27 missions in one campaign, each with at least three additional goals for added replayability, plus another 6 special challenge missions. So, 1/3 of a game?? Ha! I think not! Also: I have a three year old computer and I can still play this game smoothly with almost all settings on Ultra. Just don't listen to all the silly SC1 had thirty missions split into three "campaigns". SC2 has 27 missions in one campaign, each with at least three additional goals for added replayability, plus another 6 special challenge missions. So, 1/3 of a game?? Ha! I think not! Also: I have a three year old computer and I can still play this game smoothly with almost all settings on Ultra. Just don't listen to all the silly haters. Seriously, this is a bloody fantastic game!… Expand
  27. GabrielM
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Starcraft 2 features easily the most enjoyable RTS campaign I've ever played. A beautiful, more "down to earth" continuation of the story of SC1, full of variety, fun twists, intense battles and multiple objectives. The online is fairly well balanced, it could use a few more touches here and there but no race is at a huge disadvantage, and it feels fast, tight, fun and easy to Starcraft 2 features easily the most enjoyable RTS campaign I've ever played. A beautiful, more "down to earth" continuation of the story of SC1, full of variety, fun twists, intense battles and multiple objectives. The online is fairly well balanced, it could use a few more touches here and there but no race is at a huge disadvantage, and it feels fast, tight, fun and easy to control. All in all, this is the most complete, refined and fun Action RTS ever made, better than Dark Crusade, better than Brood War by miles.… Expand
  28. JohnA
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    After more then a decade of waiting this actually lives up to the hype! Loved the first game but this surpasses it in gameplay, options, storytelling and what I can see - even in longevity!
  29. DanielB
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I didn't even like the first Starcraft much (only Blizzard game I disliked). StarCraft II is fantastic however. The story and the way it is presented is really fantastic and unexpected for an RTS. I can't wait to finish off the singleplayer and then head online for some matches!
  30. RG
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Game is great, makes me happy I bought it on launch day even though I was thinking about waiting. I also vote Gary K is a moron - you can't give a game a zero because your computer is a piece of crap. Time for an upgrade if your computer can't handle 30 units onscreen at once. I have seen it running on a 5 year old computer with no issues.
  31. AshleyC
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Stunning graphics, very innovative and immersive level design. Multiplayer is well-balanced considering the ambitiously diverse styles between races. Runs on max settings with rarely any reduction in FPS lag on my $700 PC. Not having a protoss or zerg campaign is a bummer, but I'd rather have the game out NOW than wait for them to be finished. Besides, users will create content and Stunning graphics, very innovative and immersive level design. Multiplayer is well-balanced considering the ambitiously diverse styles between races. Runs on max settings with rarely any reduction in FPS lag on my $700 PC. Not having a protoss or zerg campaign is a bummer, but I'd rather have the game out NOW than wait for them to be finished. Besides, users will create content and BNET is where the action is. There is plenty in this game to justify the price tag.… Expand
  32. StevenH
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This game trivializes any rts on the planet besides one. Starcraft the original. And even then its a photo finish. With the amount of time they spent balancing the races and the success they achieved with them, I would have gladly paid the 59.99 even if the game was completely online. With all the custom games that are on battlenet it makes SC II an amazing deal even before you consider This game trivializes any rts on the planet besides one. Starcraft the original. And even then its a photo finish. With the amount of time they spent balancing the races and the success they achieved with them, I would have gladly paid the 59.99 even if the game was completely online. With all the custom games that are on battlenet it makes SC II an amazing deal even before you consider the singleplayer campaign. If you like strategy games at all this is a no brainer purchase.… Expand
  33. DavidD.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Amazing game. Campaign was hard but awesome and you can play with countless other people online based on your skill level. Not to mention, you have years of replay value due to custom games. My only complaint is that there's no chatrooms, but that's okay.
  34. AlexL
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    To Gary K from the love of God upgrade your video card ! Game is simply amazing, on the negative note I waited so long for this sequel that my reflexes are not what they used to be
  35. FrançoisC
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    AMAZING game!!! Definitely what I expected and much, much, MUCH MUCH MORE. Simply amazing on every aspect - I will let you discover it, but it's everything you could dream of and more. Yes, it's that good - and complete. Easily 10/10.
  36. MarcG.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Incredible game. I have been waiting for this for 12 years and now being through the campaign I can safely say it has been worth the wait! Best of the Starcraft Single Player stories and online is pretty fun too.
  37. DanB
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Absolutely fantastic! Multiplayer will keep me coming back for quite some time, and the single player is leaps and bounds better than any RTS I've ever played.
  38. ArthurI
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    I've waited 4,502 days for this RTS game from Blizzard to come out. I've bought a new computer just to enjoy it in its full glory. I've played thousands in the first game and hundreds in the beta to prepare for this mammoth of a title. Well, I'm more than glad to say that not only has StarCraft 2 match the hype that it has been given, but it surpasses it to levels I've waited 4,502 days for this RTS game from Blizzard to come out. I've bought a new computer just to enjoy it in its full glory. I've played thousands in the first game and hundreds in the beta to prepare for this mammoth of a title. Well, I'm more than glad to say that not only has StarCraft 2 match the hype that it has been given, but it surpasses it to levels unknown. There are so few games nowadays that take us back to our childhood bliss, so few that make us want to take a day off work just to enjoy. Starcraft 2 is that game.… Expand
  39. ChrisK
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    So far, this game fantastic. I rarely (and I mean very rarely) play RTS because there hasn't been a real classic RTS with a really distinct set of characters, races, and not to mention the ludicrous amount of content that the game offers. IM sort of new to the Starcraft universe, so playing this is really a treat. Fantastic graphics, great story, amazing set pieces (with such detail So far, this game fantastic. I rarely (and I mean very rarely) play RTS because there hasn't been a real classic RTS with a really distinct set of characters, races, and not to mention the ludicrous amount of content that the game offers. IM sort of new to the Starcraft universe, so playing this is really a treat. Fantastic graphics, great story, amazing set pieces (with such detail in the environments and everything else, it is quite astounding), this game is definitely a GOTY contender. I'm bought the game for campaign, and am loving it. Totally worth the purchase, and the fact that there is no subscription fee is totally awesome! Starcraft 2, so far in my opinion, is probably the best game I have ever played on a PC (I'm actually on Mac, and it works and plays just as good). It is definitely a very pleasant surprise and I highly recommend it. And just FYI Gary, make sure you tone down the settings. All computers can't handle Ultra settings.… Expand
  40. BrianI.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Most of the 0's are because peoples computers suck, or they don't have good internet, its like saying Ferrari's suck because the roads around here aren't developed. Sucks for you, but don't give a 10 game 0's because of it.
  41. BradS
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    I find it hilarious that so many people are giving this game a 0 out of shear spite. All the "problems" that most people have with this game could be solved by upgrading their computers. We knew there would be no LAN and no cross-realm months ago. And, they'll probably add cross-realm features sometime in the near future. The single player is a glorious and challenging and stunning I find it hilarious that so many people are giving this game a 0 out of shear spite. All the "problems" that most people have with this game could be solved by upgrading their computers. We knew there would be no LAN and no cross-realm months ago. And, they'll probably add cross-realm features sometime in the near future. The single player is a glorious and challenging and stunning experience (play it on Brutal), and the multiplayer is as deep and intriguing as SC1. People who say multi is micro-oriented must really suck at the game, it's still a macro game at heart just like SC1. The improvements on the UI are everything we could have asked for with multiple building selection, worker rally straight to minerals, infinite unit selection, and improved hotkey locations. You no longer have to have 300 actions per minute if you want to be competitive. I hope this game brings e-sports to the US. It's the perfect game to do it.… Expand
  42. ToddS.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    It's Starcraft and you already know you should be playing instead of reading this. Great mix of everything that was great about the first one while adding new units and new tech trees to make it new enough. the single player campaign might only be 1 third of the story, but it's large enough that it IS it's own game. Can't wait for the Zerg and Protoss Campaigns!
  43. EsbenC.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    By far the best game I have yet played, the campaign is amazing and so is the multiplayer part. There is almost perfect balance on the first day of the release with no tactics being lame (meaning that every tactic can be beat if you spot it and counter it) This game is severely underpriced for the great job Blizzard have done with it.
  44. JesseC
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    I am not a huge fan of the first starcraft and I only played it a little bit so I wasnt even going to buy the SC2 at first. I thought the first one was boring and I assumed SC2 was just going to be some pushover 5 hour long campaign mode and online multiplayer mode. Now having put 10 hours or so in single player and messed around in multiplayer I am in love. In campaign, I thought the I am not a huge fan of the first starcraft and I only played it a little bit so I wasnt even going to buy the SC2 at first. I thought the first one was boring and I assumed SC2 was just going to be some pushover 5 hour long campaign mode and online multiplayer mode. Now having put 10 hours or so in single player and messed around in multiplayer I am in love. In campaign, I thought the missions were going to be repetitive and have you play a CPU opponent much like you do in multiplayer for each mission. The missions are a variety of different scenarios and objectives all based around the storyline. In between missions you will be on your spaceship, able to interact with fellow shipmates, buy upgrades for your soldiers, buy contracts with mercenaries, upgrade tech/science, and even play arcade games! Multiplayer is as advertised, only with much more depth and tactics involved. This game deserves nothing less than a 10… Expand
  45. JosiahA
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Amazing start to the trilogy. Empahsis on the word trilogy. Many people complain because the game is not "complete." Actually, the game is quite complete they realease the entire Terran campaign as they said they would. As was stated before, they forumla did not change much, but it did not need to. It is an instant classic and nominee for game of the year in my book.
  46. KrzysztofJ.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    This game is perfect. The original was perfect, this is just a recreation to bring it back to the modern age. As for people complaining about LAN, do not buy the game if you want LAN play, Blizzard announced months ago LAN was gone. If you complain about the game running poorly on your machine, just like with any other PC game, check the system requirements before you buy it. The online This game is perfect. The original was perfect, this is just a recreation to bring it back to the modern age. As for people complaining about LAN, do not buy the game if you want LAN play, Blizzard announced months ago LAN was gone. If you complain about the game running poorly on your machine, just like with any other PC game, check the system requirements before you buy it. The online play is amazing, I love the new Battle.net. One thing I have yet to see from any reviews is comments on the new custom maps, The game has been out for not even 2 days and there's already some incredible maps out there, when WC3 first came out the custom maps were quite lame, but in SC2 they are already beating what's available in WC3. People also complain that "you have to pay another $120 for the full campaign" which is not true, this game includes a much more in depth, much longer, campaign focusing on one race, they could have shortened it and made it comparable to the others but they put in a lot more effort to make this campaign be the best of any RTS, which I think it is.… Expand
  47. JosephW
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    So far the campaign is phenomenal. The way they tell the story and how you interact with the characters and environments is totally unique and a breath of fresh air. The campaign is immersive and is not just a tutorial for the multiplayer. The challenge maps are helpful to beginners and advanced users alike, but also are a lot of fun and adds to the value of the game. This game is So far the campaign is phenomenal. The way they tell the story and how you interact with the characters and environments is totally unique and a breath of fresh air. The campaign is immersive and is not just a tutorial for the multiplayer. The challenge maps are helpful to beginners and advanced users alike, but also are a lot of fun and adds to the value of the game. This game is everything a Blizzard fan would want in a Starcraft game, I can't wait to see what they do with the Protoss and Zerg campaigns.… Expand
  48. JonathanK.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    One of, if not the best strategy games of all time. Everything about this game has been refined and polished down to the last pixel. Even though this is just the first installment in a series of three, there's enough content to keep you entertained for hundreds of hours, easily. From the robust story missions, to the challenge missions, online ladder, and endless amounts of user One of, if not the best strategy games of all time. Everything about this game has been refined and polished down to the last pixel. Even though this is just the first installment in a series of three, there's enough content to keep you entertained for hundreds of hours, easily. From the robust story missions, to the challenge missions, online ladder, and endless amounts of user generates maps, this game is well worth the investment. Long time fans of starcraft or the RTS genre in general will not be disappointed with this spectacular offering. Even if you didn't play the first starcraft, really don't let this one pass you by. There's something here for everyone.… Expand
  49. GrantP
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Simply in 1 word EPIC. I've waited for what feels like decades for this and was worried it would not live up to my hype. i was not disapointed the game is simply brilliant. The single player campaign is evenly balanced and runs you through at the right pace enjoying the game, occasional grindy mission but that is forgiven. Multl is v.challenging but enjoyable. Quite simply the best Simply in 1 word EPIC. I've waited for what feels like decades for this and was worried it would not live up to my hype. i was not disapointed the game is simply brilliant. The single player campaign is evenly balanced and runs you through at the right pace enjoying the game, occasional grindy mission but that is forgiven. Multl is v.challenging but enjoyable. Quite simply the best RTS since the last one.… Expand
  50. Robert
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Fantastic campaign and after just 3 days already some incredibly creative user maps done. This game will get even better once the millions playing it start tinkering with the editor for new content.
  51. HansM
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Pretty much the best RTS I've played. My pc is not the best, but I can run it on ultra graphics with no FPS problems, and the gameplay is magnifique. One of the best campaigns I've played, and the achievements and challenges makes it more interesting. Anyone who says different are basically stupid.
  52. RyanC
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    I've taken bits of everything the game has had to offer, from the full campaign, the challenge modes, the customs maps, the ladder system, the ai skirmishes, and the messing with the editor itself. This game deserves a 10 for sure from my experiences. What culminates a s story far more enriched and longer than the previous starcraft campaign even in the terran scenario. A lot has I've taken bits of everything the game has had to offer, from the full campaign, the challenge modes, the customs maps, the ladder system, the ai skirmishes, and the messing with the editor itself. This game deserves a 10 for sure from my experiences. What culminates a s story far more enriched and longer than the previous starcraft campaign even in the terran scenario. A lot has been attested to whether the sequel could hold up to the original in it's strength, I have no doubts in my mind that has surpassed such expectations.… Expand
  53. InsanelySane
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    I've been around since Dune/Warcraft RTS's started off and I've got to say Blizzard never cease to amaze in their spot on delivery of a solid, forward thinking, tightly produced masterpieces.. This is a game that suits a whole range of players with difficulties that truly challenge each to their own. Engaging, FUN, constantly refreshing, the single player has taken RTS to a I've been around since Dune/Warcraft RTS's started off and I've got to say Blizzard never cease to amaze in their spot on delivery of a solid, forward thinking, tightly produced masterpieces.. This is a game that suits a whole range of players with difficulties that truly challenge each to their own. Engaging, FUN, constantly refreshing, the single player has taken RTS to a new level. Its not even that cheesy - there's a lot of heart and soul in this game. Anyone giving this release a 0 rating is giving the cream and pinnacle of gaming the finger - and they are doing so because of one niggly thing that affects them and most likely something that can be fixed. There are MANY customisable video/sound/gameplay options to tweak and fix so why complain when the programming is superb?! What else could you hope for? :) The multiplayer is going to take the already incredible online community to the next level. I predict it will hit hard not dissimilar (but different in its own way) to what WOW did for online gaming. Its incredibly competitive, incredibly diverse and just oozes polish. You are in good hands with this one, I know I'm enjoying every moment of it. Dont let immature idiots who rate it low because it doesnt do everything you ever imagined sour your appetite - this is the best RTS ever made.… Expand
  54. StefanB
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    It has everything I expect from an RTS: a single-player campaign with a large number of challenging missions that are surprisingly varied, great game-play, a solid story and base-building. It is well-polished and keeps me up until late in the night, which few other games do these days. I paid A$69, which is about the same, or actually less than other new PC games in Australia, so I It has everything I expect from an RTS: a single-player campaign with a large number of challenging missions that are surprisingly varied, great game-play, a solid story and base-building. It is well-polished and keeps me up until late in the night, which few other games do these days. I paid A$69, which is about the same, or actually less than other new PC games in Australia, so I can't even complain about the price. Instead of 9 Human, 9 Zerg and 9 Protoss missions in the one game, you get 27 Human missions and the other campaigns in the expansions. So it is not less of a game. It is just a different way of doing things. For the sake of the story, it probably works out better this way.… Expand
  55. MattB.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    The best RTS game since the original - it may have been a 12 year wait but it was well worth it. For anyone scared this may be too multiplayer focused you should know that the campaign is extremely deep and rewarding as well. The campaign delivers proof (as if it was needed) that Blizzard is still the master of story telling and the cut scenes are out of this world. The multiplayer is of The best RTS game since the original - it may have been a 12 year wait but it was well worth it. For anyone scared this may be too multiplayer focused you should know that the campaign is extremely deep and rewarding as well. The campaign delivers proof (as if it was needed) that Blizzard is still the master of story telling and the cut scenes are out of this world. The multiplayer is of course extremely balanced and a lot of fun - exactly what we expect from a Starcraft game!… Expand
  56. JomiyoY
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    Does the series proper justice, unlike other recent RTS digraces. Pretty much the same formula ~ updated, without feeling like a rehash. If you enjoyed SC+BW, get this game!
  57. MikeD.
    Jul 29, 2010
    10
    WOW. This is one of the 5 best games I have ever played. If you loved the first Starcraft, get this game. If you like strategy games, get this game. Heck, even if you just enjoy videogames, get this game. You will not be dissapointed. Everything in this game is so perfectly crafted and balanced that I simply can't get enough of the best multiplayer game of all time. Yes, I said it. WOW. This is one of the 5 best games I have ever played. If you loved the first Starcraft, get this game. If you like strategy games, get this game. Heck, even if you just enjoy videogames, get this game. You will not be dissapointed. Everything in this game is so perfectly crafted and balanced that I simply can't get enough of the best multiplayer game of all time. Yes, I said it. This tore me away from both WoW, and MW2. The single player campaign is also great, with great cinematics and awesome gameplay, but nothing will ever beat the multiplayer mode. Game of the year here!… Expand
  58. JerryL
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    Don't listen to the haters. Worth every penny The missions are detailed, interesting, and as difficult as you want to make them. The achievement system is challenging and drives you to jump in and explore the whole new system and world Blizzard has created. It has expanded from just building up an army and blowing things up, to following story lines, choosing your missions and Don't listen to the haters. Worth every penny The missions are detailed, interesting, and as difficult as you want to make them. The achievement system is challenging and drives you to jump in and explore the whole new system and world Blizzard has created. It has expanded from just building up an army and blowing things up, to following story lines, choosing your missions and unit/tech advancement that make the campaign a totally different experience than the multiplayer. Speaking of the multiplayer, the new [...] is incredible. The matching engine has been phenomenal. For me at least, it always finds a challenging yet equal leveled player. Even when you lose you think, "had I just done a couple things differently I could have won." Those kinds of experiences are great for learning and as you play you get better and try out and see different techniques. The leagues and ladder system is an incentive to play and get better and is fun to watch yourself climb the latter and join higher leagues. I love to view and compare my opponent's statistics and see their achievements. The built in replay system is another major improvement. It's extremely helpful to have replays of all your matches and be able to review them to study the timing and tactics. The changes in [...] would have been worth the $60 alone. I've only heard 3 complaints: no LAN, lack of chat rooms (there are lots of personal and party chat features), and the game feels incomplete without equal campaigns for Zerg and Protoss. How many LAN games have you played in the last 5 years where you didn't have access to the internet? I can personally think of 3 and when you recognize the benefits of having everything connected to an online system that tradeoff isn't even a question. To invest tons of more time and effort into supporting that you lose time and energy to put into the game details itself. I say leave it out. 2. Lack of chat room in [...]. I personally found the chat rooms to be annoying, but others liked them, I'd be willing to bet it gets a patch to include them before years end. The last item is one I read a lot about and can't understand and that's people feel somehow ripped off by not having the other 2 campaigns. It's simple there is enough material and experience in this one game than both SC and Brood Wars combined. We have no idea what Blizzard is going to release with the next 2 games, I'm confident though that if it's the same cost, they will include enough to make it worth it, if they don't, it won't cost as much as the current one does. I don't think even Blizzard knows how much it's going to cost or include. So why freak out about it now? Bottom line, the campaign is enough to cover a stand alone game. Expecting that kind of detail X3 would be like asking someone to build you a house and then ask if they can build it 3X larger for the same amount of time and money. When you figure people spend $10 for 2 hours at the movie theater, $60 is a small price to pay for the hours, days, and years of entertainment this game will offer. Worth every penny and I'm excited to see what Blizzard has up their sleeve for the next 2 installments.… Expand
  59. JonL
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    Definitely took everything from the first game and made it much better. The balance vital to multiplayer is still there. Granted, you only have a terran campaign, but it's just as long as the combined campaigns of the three races from SC1. Worth the money by far, and can't wait for the expansions!
  60. NicoS
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    Simply a masterpiece and will start a revolution for casual RTS Games - just give it a month and most of the players are correctly rated. Then you will have mostly even matches only, already worked this in the beta. And the campain is absolutely awesome. Downside: got less sleep last few days.
  61. JonathanL
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    Another excellent game from Blizzard, Starcraft II brings along a tour de force of gameplay, with excellent cutscenes, a wide variety of missions, and a gripping story line. The two more announced expansions only mean better things for the single player campaign, and nay-saying to the contrary, the new Battle.net remains an engaging and easy to use interface, making gaming online a breeze.
  62. TimD
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    Anyone who rates this game lower than 9 clearly does not own it nor do they have any intention of every buying it. This game is fantastic, if you like strategy games, there is no reason not to buy this game.
  63. XahK
    Jul 30, 2010
    10
    I'll admit I played the beta so I have a advantage for atleast the first 10 to 15 games going into multiplayer. I honestly believe some of these 1 rating individuals are giving up before the placement matches are even done. Just keep at it, there are floods of people who play just like you. However if you don't improve your experience with multiplayer will be dull, largely I'll admit I played the beta so I have a advantage for atleast the first 10 to 15 games going into multiplayer. I honestly believe some of these 1 rating individuals are giving up before the placement matches are even done. Just keep at it, there are floods of people who play just like you. However if you don't improve your experience with multiplayer will be dull, largely because the quality of your opponents' is terrible. Do some research, go to teamliquid.com watch how some people play the game and you'll slowly approve. This is all coming from someone who started as copper/silver to diamond.… Expand
  64. AustinE.
    Jul 30, 2010
    10
    Fantastic game. I got it at midnight and have not been disappointed. Single player missions are varied and interesting, and the story (while nothing mindblowing) is entertaining. The multiplayer is where hundreds of hours are going to be spent. Balance is pretty good, but there are always patches for improvement. Between the campaign, multiplayer, the single player challenges, the Fantastic game. I got it at midnight and have not been disappointed. Single player missions are varied and interesting, and the story (while nothing mindblowing) is entertaining. The multiplayer is where hundreds of hours are going to be spent. Balance is pretty good, but there are always patches for improvement. Between the campaign, multiplayer, the single player challenges, the achievements and portraits to earn, the game is bursting with content and well worth the $60.… Expand
  65. JHumes
    Jul 30, 2010
    10
    Blizzard knows what works, and in Starcraft 2, it shows. The fact that the single player has many units that are not available in the multi-player for balance issues, highlights the great effort that Blizzard made to make the different races balanced. Once again, Blizzard has released a game that will addict millions of people for years to come.
  66. BoB
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    The best game I've played to this date. Re-playability is the keyword here. Both multiplayer (mp) and singleplayer (sp) wise. Great core game mechanics make sure that foundation is solid to build the most epic game upon. SP has a great storyline and the achievements mixed with difficulty settings makes it worth replaying tons of times for me. MP has it all: clever rankings which The best game I've played to this date. Re-playability is the keyword here. Both multiplayer (mp) and singleplayer (sp) wise. Great core game mechanics make sure that foundation is solid to build the most epic game upon. SP has a great storyline and the achievements mixed with difficulty settings makes it worth replaying tons of times for me. MP has it all: clever rankings which enhances the online experience and gives me the incentive to become a better player. Custom games made possible by an awesome world editor, which makes sure that are always new playable challenges and makes the community thrive. 10/10… Expand
  67. TimothyJ
    Jul 31, 2010
    10
    The RTS game I've been waiting for since the Warcraft 2 / Startcraft / Red Alert days! Awesome campaign. Visually amazing. A soundtrack that retains elements from the original game while not being exactly the same. And a nice smooth transition into multi-player that even the noobest of noobs will be able to cope with.
  68. RubenD.
    Aug 1, 2010
    10
    After years waiting for this secuel, here it is an better than expected, with more ways to enjoy it than before. And in this years of action games and first person shooters, a bit of fresh air. New improved and revamp graphics. Excellent campaign modem, with a new Hub allowing you to get deeper in the story and also chose different upgrades and options for your army. The connection with After years waiting for this secuel, here it is an better than expected, with more ways to enjoy it than before. And in this years of action games and first person shooters, a bit of fresh air. New improved and revamp graphics. Excellent campaign modem, with a new Hub allowing you to get deeper in the story and also chose different upgrades and options for your army. The connection with facebook, means they are always near if you feel like playing. Blizzard has bring back good memories and improve them, when diablo 3 is out too, it will be like playing with my friends again at the beginning of the Milena.… Expand
  69. ZaratanchoT.
    Aug 1, 2010
    10
    The game is amazing. And it will become even greater when all patches and expansions come out. Never played alot of RTS games but there are some that you just need to... and Starcraft is one of them.
  70. RobertP.
    Aug 1, 2010
    10
    At first I was discouraged when I heard StarCraft 2 was being divided into three games. However, Wings of Liberty stands on it's own two feet. An excellent story, good evolution of the RTS format and the best cinematics in gaming. Even if you never play online, the single player is well worth the price. I got the collectors editions and feel completely satisfied.
  71. Richard
    Aug 1, 2010
    10
    It may use the same game mechanics like starcraft but who wouldn't really want that. the king of RTS claim its rightful throne again with this game. extremely polished gameplay, unparralled RTS graphics, an absolutley amazing multiplayer experience. the new battle.net is well polished also tho the LAN problem is kinda of a downer. GREAT GAME.
  72. 'Airstrike'I
    Aug 1, 2010
    10
    While at first I was skeptical about the lack of LAN play, Protoss and Zerg campaigns and the requirement of internet connectivity, within minutes of starting it up for the first time I was hooked. The epic tournament-style play that made Starcraft what it is remains in the form of the new Battle.net, while the singleplayer campaign is incredibly immersive and fun by itself, with a lot While at first I was skeptical about the lack of LAN play, Protoss and Zerg campaigns and the requirement of internet connectivity, within minutes of starting it up for the first time I was hooked. The epic tournament-style play that made Starcraft what it is remains in the form of the new Battle.net, while the singleplayer campaign is incredibly immersive and fun by itself, with a lot more to do than "build, move, blow stuff up" 90% of the time.… Expand
  73. AndrewB
    Aug 2, 2010
    10
    Absolutely true to the original and polished to a mirror sheen. Definitely worth the money. Don't listen to the "It's only a third of a game" crowd. If they tried to squeeze the amount of content included in Wings of Liberty into one game, then it would fall short of magnificent and that's certainly not in Blizzard's reputation. Jackson broke up Lord of the Rings into Absolutely true to the original and polished to a mirror sheen. Definitely worth the money. Don't listen to the "It's only a third of a game" crowd. If they tried to squeeze the amount of content included in Wings of Liberty into one game, then it would fall short of magnificent and that's certainly not in Blizzard's reputation. Jackson broke up Lord of the Rings into three films for a reason, and Blizzard has done just the same.… Expand
  74. MikeO.
    Aug 3, 2010
    10
    It's what was great about StarCraft but with additional dimensions added on (and I don't just mean gorgeous 3D rendering as compared to SC:BW isomorphic 2D). Play through the campaign on "Normal" for the story, then play through on "Hard" (or worse!) for a challenge; complete all the 'Challenges'; chase down interesting achievements; and that's all aside from the It's what was great about StarCraft but with additional dimensions added on (and I don't just mean gorgeous 3D rendering as compared to SC:BW isomorphic 2D). Play through the campaign on "Normal" for the story, then play through on "Hard" (or worse!) for a challenge; complete all the 'Challenges'; chase down interesting achievements; and that's all aside from the core of the game, multiplayer play. The ladder is still there, but the new BattleNet system prevents "smurphing", i.e. good players can't use a fake name to sneak into the Copper leagues and stomp on the n00bs. And they've improved the management of cooperative games. Twenty pounds of fun in a five-pound bag!… Expand
  75. ColinK
    Aug 3, 2010
    10
    Anyone criticizing this game because it's only "one third" of a game obviously hasn't played it. While it's true that the campaign is Terran only, it's as big, if not bigger, than the 30 mission campaign that included all the races in the original game. The additions of mission choices; buying upgrades, research, and mercenaries; acheivements; and bonus objectives in Anyone criticizing this game because it's only "one third" of a game obviously hasn't played it. While it's true that the campaign is Terran only, it's as big, if not bigger, than the 30 mission campaign that included all the races in the original game. The additions of mission choices; buying upgrades, research, and mercenaries; acheivements; and bonus objectives in missions all build on top of the same formula that worked to make the original game so much fun. Add to that the new units and structures, and the fact that the missions are more varied than ever (still haven't played one where the goal was just to destroy the enemy, there's always some interesting twist), and this might have been worth the 10 year wait.… Expand
  76. Fluster
    Aug 3, 2010
    10
    After the disappointing C&C 4, this came as a most welcome change for a RTS fan like me. I loved Starcraft 1 and I love this game even more. The graphics are amazing and surprisingly the game runs smooth on High/Ultra settings on my 2gb, geforce9800 and 2ghz C2D PC. The campaign is fun and plays out at just the right pace. There are numerous upgrades, bonus units for you to play around After the disappointing C&C 4, this came as a most welcome change for a RTS fan like me. I loved Starcraft 1 and I love this game even more. The graphics are amazing and surprisingly the game runs smooth on High/Ultra settings on my 2gb, geforce9800 and 2ghz C2D PC. The campaign is fun and plays out at just the right pace. There are numerous upgrades, bonus units for you to play around with, and finally the Multiplayer totally blows you away. Ladders, perfect match making and a slick efficient Battlenet 2. The Terran campaign included is huge with around 30 missions, that would keep you busy for hours. Add to this achievements, excellent cinematics and voice acting and you have tons of stuff to fuel your bragging rights. My only complaint is the absence of LAN play. In conclusion the RTS game world sorely needed a game like this and Blizzard has delivered a masterpiece. Starcraft 2 lives up to the hype and more.… Expand
  77. FJ
    Aug 4, 2010
    10
    This is just another example of how great games will remain good for eternity. The trend of bringing games back to their roots is really saying something here. The truth is games have not really improved since the golden ages of gaming. Most developers no longer have the gamer's heart and creativity which shows in their bland games of this generation. Great job Blizzard, this game is This is just another example of how great games will remain good for eternity. The trend of bringing games back to their roots is really saying something here. The truth is games have not really improved since the golden ages of gaming. Most developers no longer have the gamer's heart and creativity which shows in their bland games of this generation. Great job Blizzard, this game is breath of fresh air for us true gamers.… Expand
  78. DannyV
    Aug 4, 2010
    10
    It would be nice if some people actually played this game before putting up a bogus 0 review about LAN play. The game is awesome. I can never really get hooked on rts games because they aren't fast enough or the missions are too boring. This game is fast and each mission is completely different. I've played about 30 hours and I haven't even completed the single player It would be nice if some people actually played this game before putting up a bogus 0 review about LAN play. The game is awesome. I can never really get hooked on rts games because they aren't fast enough or the missions are too boring. This game is fast and each mission is completely different. I've played about 30 hours and I haven't even completed the single player campaign yet. It's a long game. Can't wait for the other 2.… Expand
  79. JohnR
    Aug 4, 2010
    10
    Boohoo, interface issues exist. Anyone up to date knows that patches will remedy them (like chat functionality being announced for a future patch) - given this, the real issue is the actual core of a game, which has been honed to greatness. "Oh no, it didn't revolutionize the world!" - no game does that. There were FPSes before Counter-strike: true legends just do what they do Boohoo, interface issues exist. Anyone up to date knows that patches will remedy them (like chat functionality being announced for a future patch) - given this, the real issue is the actual core of a game, which has been honed to greatness. "Oh no, it didn't revolutionize the world!" - no game does that. There were FPSes before Counter-strike: true legends just do what they do extremely well, which SC2 does.… Expand
  80. MaziM
    Aug 5, 2010
    10
    Blizzard has done it again! The anticipation for the arrival of Starcraft II was probably the only negative factor working against the game. However, upon its release, all has been forgiven and forgotten. This game is spectacular. It's vividness in its artistry and its fluidity in the game play together make for a highly addictive and impressionable experience. RTS gaming may not be Blizzard has done it again! The anticipation for the arrival of Starcraft II was probably the only negative factor working against the game. However, upon its release, all has been forgiven and forgotten. This game is spectacular. It's vividness in its artistry and its fluidity in the game play together make for a highly addictive and impressionable experience. RTS gaming may not be as popular today, but the Starcraft franchise continues to resonate in a powerful way within the genre.… Expand
  81. LoLol
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    I can't give this one any less than a 10. Fans of the original will not be disappointed, as Starcraft II brings back all of the core elements of the first game, yet builds upon it in a way that should satisfy any fan of RTS. As time goes on, this game will only get better, with Blizzard's frequent patching and the upcoming expansion packs. If you enjoy real time strategy games, I can't give this one any less than a 10. Fans of the original will not be disappointed, as Starcraft II brings back all of the core elements of the first game, yet builds upon it in a way that should satisfy any fan of RTS. As time goes on, this game will only get better, with Blizzard's frequent patching and the upcoming expansion packs. If you enjoy real time strategy games, this is definitely worth checking out.… Expand
  82. ChrisB.
    Jul 27, 2010
    10
    A refinement of the classic RTS formula to a state of pure fun. There is no reason to not own this game.
  83. DBLev
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    From the moment I started playing, all the reasons I loved the original came flying back to me. Not only does it evoke the fun and incredible quality of its predecessor, but it expounds upon it with incredible graphics, outstanding cinematics, a compelling story, great voice acting, and new modes of unit progression that give the player exciting new choices for customization. This game is From the moment I started playing, all the reasons I loved the original came flying back to me. Not only does it evoke the fun and incredible quality of its predecessor, but it expounds upon it with incredible graphics, outstanding cinematics, a compelling story, great voice acting, and new modes of unit progression that give the player exciting new choices for customization. This game is a must have!… Expand
  84. WallyR
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. Outstanding visuals, great sound, and fun gameplay. Love the new units and choice of missions. Cut scenes are jaw-dropping and add so much to the telling of the story.
  85. SpyderC.
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    You can tell Blizzard put a lot of money into the single player campaign. It's fun, well polished and has a great story with incredible graphics.
  86. WillS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    The multilayer alone earns this game a 10 ten. That being said, there is one thing I was slightly disappointed with... the length of the single player. This complaint is really only because the game is awesome and I wanted it to continue. I'm just a little hesitant to fork over another $60 for BOTH of the next two campaigns. Otherwise this is an amazing game. It's blizzard so The multilayer alone earns this game a 10 ten. That being said, there is one thing I was slightly disappointed with... the length of the single player. This complaint is really only because the game is awesome and I wanted it to continue. I'm just a little hesitant to fork over another $60 for BOTH of the next two campaigns. Otherwise this is an amazing game. It's blizzard so yeah... that speaks for itself.… Expand
  87. ScottD
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I don't get what all the complaints are about. Firstly, the campaign is fantastic and completely different than what I imagined it was going to be like. Anyone concerned with the lack of LAN is being an idiot. God forbid that Blizzard would like to sell a copy of the game to each person that is going to be playing it. That is really no different than almost every other game on the I don't get what all the complaints are about. Firstly, the campaign is fantastic and completely different than what I imagined it was going to be like. Anyone concerned with the lack of LAN is being an idiot. God forbid that Blizzard would like to sell a copy of the game to each person that is going to be playing it. That is really no different than almost every other game on the market. How many hundreds of millions has Blizzard lost due to the LAN feature in Starcraft 1? More people play SC over LAN in Korea than the number of copies of the game actually sold. The price tag is in now way a big surprise. SC is in no way a single player game. SC is a multiplayer game that will give you hundreds or thousands of hours of enjoyment. Anyone scoffing at the $60 price is an idiot. how much did you pay for God of War and its 9 hour campaign? Or how about the other hundreds of single player games that offer no more content after the primary story?… Expand
  88. TonyP
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This is the best RTS game yet and I wasn't even one of those millions of starcraft 1 players. When everyone else was fixated on starcraft, I was playing red alert 2. I only discovered the quality of blizzard games after playing warcraft 3 (my first blizzard RTS). So when starcraft 2 was announced, I was excited, counting down the date to July 27, 2010 (which coincidentally is a day This is the best RTS game yet and I wasn't even one of those millions of starcraft 1 players. When everyone else was fixated on starcraft, I was playing red alert 2. I only discovered the quality of blizzard games after playing warcraft 3 (my first blizzard RTS). So when starcraft 2 was announced, I was excited, counting down the date to July 27, 2010 (which coincidentally is a day before my b-day). Blizzard never disappoints and this is true for starcraft 2. There single player campaign is simply epic and there is so many side things you can do, such as play an arcade, choose the mission path you are going, or upgrade your army (so there is something for RPG fans out there). Enough about the campaign, multiplayer online, thats where its at. It takes a lot of skills and strategy to master this game but the process of learning is so fun. The matchmaking is such that if you play against others, you'll be matched with people your own skill level so you don't have to worry about being pwned by a veteran. The custom games are fun as hell. You'll see games from every genre. And as long as there is someone creative out there, there will always be new content. Hey, I didn't stop playing warcraft 3 since its release date in 2002 until starcraft 2 came out, and I was always playing new content. Now this is a review of CONTENT. For some reason people are giving this game 1 star because of DRM, or lack of LAN, or it being 1/3 of a game, or dumb reasons like their game didn't get shipped on the first day. I'd respect their opinion of the game even if they gave 1 star if it had something to do with the campaign being boring, or the game being unbalanced or something like that. Sure I agree that DRM is stupid, but its not like you have to be online to play single player campaigns. You just need to authorize your game when you first install it. Then the lack of LAN. Yes, blizzard should have included LAN, which was what made their previous games great, but for the most part, this doesn't affect the majority of people who have internet. Besides, if enough people complained, i'm sure blizzard would give out LAN. They usually listen to their fans. I don't know where people get off saying this is a 1/3 of a game. Sure they focus only on one race, but with 30 missions, that's the amount of missions in the first starcraft. And why are people complaining about expansion packs? Blizzard has ALWAYS had expansion packs. Has anyone else complained about blizzard milking the francise with brood war. I'd personally rather play one race straight on in one game with 30 missions than playing only 10 missions having to wait for the next expansion pack to to play the new missions. Blizzard wasn't going to give out 90 missions in one game, that would be overkill and it would have delayed the game until 2012. I doubt the fans would want that. So the quality of the content is perfect. DRM and LAN are really technical features. They don't really count as game content so there is no reason to rate down the game (especially to 1 star) because of this.… Expand
  89. HarrisL
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I've read a lot of people say that Starcraft II is just Starcraft with a shiny new coat. First of all, Starcraft II is an incredibly balanced and beautiful successor to what used to be the best strategy game of all time, but as Blizzard proves with Starcraft II, Starcraft didn't need to be changed drastically. Starcraft II now replaces Starcraft as the best strategy game of all I've read a lot of people say that Starcraft II is just Starcraft with a shiny new coat. First of all, Starcraft II is an incredibly balanced and beautiful successor to what used to be the best strategy game of all time, but as Blizzard proves with Starcraft II, Starcraft didn't need to be changed drastically. Starcraft II now replaces Starcraft as the best strategy game of all time, and is one of the crowning achievements of the gaming industry.… Expand
  90. GiovanniS
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I'm from LA Region (Latin America) and from my perspective the game is really awsome. Blizzard investing in LA region is awsome also to plot us on the game scenary. Very good and dense game, the new units completely changed the way it is played compared to SC 1. Great game!
  91. someoneanonymous
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Its sad how many people rated this game zero and some ridiculously low scores like that just out of envy and hate... first of all, there is no way, absolutely no way this game will get score bellow 9 if you are objective, because: 1. amazing optimized graphics 2. long campaign with many achievments and secrets 3. incredible multiplayer 4. world editor + mods + maps 5. incredible Its sad how many people rated this game zero and some ridiculously low scores like that just out of envy and hate... first of all, there is no way, absolutely no way this game will get score bellow 9 if you are objective, because: 1. amazing optimized graphics 2. long campaign with many achievments and secrets 3. incredible multiplayer 4. world editor + mods + maps 5. incredible cinematics and polish 6. top notch sound and music 7. battlenet etc etc so dont listen to haters... this is probably some guy who is mad other people are enjoying amazing game... this game is easily 9+/10 and in my book its 10/10.… Expand
  92. MikeW
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Best single player RTS ever. I now understand why they broke it out into three separate releases. I can't wait for the next two! A worthy successor. The game stays very close to the original formula, but tightens it up and enhances. The story telling is well done and riveting. It has by far the most in depth storyline of any RTS i've come across.
  93. Juraigamer
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Great sequel to a great game. Does just about everything right, with community suggestions being heard and promises to add these items in the future. If you consider yourself a gamer, you need to play this game.
  94. BrianV
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I am a hughe RTS fan, so i was realy looking forward too this game. Putting my excitement aside, i criticly spend a few hours of this game, and it is BRILLIANT. The main reason why this game deserves a 10/10 is because you can just see the amount of time put into this game! from the cutscenes, to different background pictures in every loading screen, to the interactive space between I am a hughe RTS fan, so i was realy looking forward too this game. Putting my excitement aside, i criticly spend a few hours of this game, and it is BRILLIANT. The main reason why this game deserves a 10/10 is because you can just see the amount of time put into this game! from the cutscenes, to different background pictures in every loading screen, to the interactive space between mission, it's brilliant!. There are some very minor issues: Gameplay isnt 100% 'smooth' as i was used to from c&c generals, but 80% with this gameplay is very fine too! I experienced some small bugs: sometimes when i start up for no reason at a random time i cannot click anything, and also: the alt-tab is very slow. These very minor ussues don't take away that this game has THE pure and perfected Starcraft RTS gameplay, with very good graphics and alot of time put into it. you get my 10/10 Blizzard!… Expand
  95. DanielP
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    The game is just what the title implies, Starcraft 2.0. While some things like social features such as chat channels are missing (and presumably going to be added post-launch according to Blizzard.) the game has so much packed into it you can overlook anything Blizzard decided to let slide for launch. The game is just too damn fun, from the base building to the mini-wars taking place on The game is just what the title implies, Starcraft 2.0. While some things like social features such as chat channels are missing (and presumably going to be added post-launch according to Blizzard.) the game has so much packed into it you can overlook anything Blizzard decided to let slide for launch. The game is just too damn fun, from the base building to the mini-wars taking place on your screen. You will not need to purchase another RTS for months, maybe even years.… Expand
  96. scottw
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I could go on and on about what makes this game one of the best ever made. But I will make it short. Story 10/10. The amount of time put into is epic has the same effect with the story. Graphics 10/10. Rather on full or the lowest setting Starcraft 2 Wings of Liberty is an enjoyable sight. Game play 10/10. It improves on the last game ending up with very similar game play but greater. I could go on and on about what makes this game one of the best ever made. But I will make it short. Story 10/10. The amount of time put into is epic has the same effect with the story. Graphics 10/10. Rather on full or the lowest setting Starcraft 2 Wings of Liberty is an enjoyable sight. Game play 10/10. It improves on the last game ending up with very similar game play but greater. Replay10/10 Most of all that is going for this game, is that like the original. Its not going to fad any time soon. My overall score 10/10. Sure you could if you wanted pick at something. Games have to be fun and this game is that. Everything about how this game is made, is so the player is truly enjoying the experience. That is the bottom line.… Expand
  97. BovineD
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    This game is brilliant. Ignore the couple of people who gave it a 0/10 rating because their PC is too slow to run it, system requirements aren't even that bad. Keeps everything that was great about SC1 and retains Blizzard's position as the world's premier RTS developer.
  98. MatV
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I just love seeing the console fanboys and people with very old computers come on here to trash the game. If you actually played the single player you would have noticed that it is miles ahead what the orginal did. Great graphics, tons of upgrades, tons of stuff to toy around with, incredible attention to detail and a solid sequel to the first storyline. Now I know multiplayer isn't I just love seeing the console fanboys and people with very old computers come on here to trash the game. If you actually played the single player you would have noticed that it is miles ahead what the orginal did. Great graphics, tons of upgrades, tons of stuff to toy around with, incredible attention to detail and a solid sequel to the first storyline. Now I know multiplayer isn't for everyone. Why? Cause it is over the top competitive. But that is why it's there. To offer to the people who will plow trough the single player a way to elevate their game and match themselves against other starcraft addicts. Don't be jealous because you can't play the game or because you are bad at it. If you don't like it leave the fun to us. … Expand
  99. JesseP
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    The definitive RTS. Anyone on the fence because they only included one race's campaign should lose their worries... the Terran campaign is far more expansive than any of Blizzard's previous RTSs. This is the new standard for RTS PC games to beat, and the new standard in attention to detail for everyone else.
  100. TimP
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    Ignore anyone who gives this less then a 10. They are just QQ noobs who lost in 1v1 multi-player and are here to QQ and whine cause they suck at the game. This game is the best game to come out in the past 10 years and a worthy successor of Starcraft Broodwar. Be prepared for a competitive Multi-player however and a epic Single player.
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#2 Best PC Game of 2010
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Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 82
  3. Negative: 0 out of 82
  1. PC Zone UK
    Jan 18, 2011
    95
    "Quotation Forthcoming"
  2. Video Game Talk
    Jan 18, 2011
    90
    If you are into real time strategy in any form, it's hard to ignore Starcraft II.
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  3. PC Format
    Dec 24, 2010
    93
    Perfectly balanced multiplayer with old school elements intact, and rich and dynamic single player campaigns. [Issue#244, p.102]
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