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gaming1 year ago

Warcraft 1 & 2 Delisting: GOG Offers Discount and Preservation Assurance

GOG has announced that Warcraft 1 and 2 will be delisted from their store on December 13 at Blizzard's request, but the games will remain playable for those who have purchased them. Before they are removed, the Warcraft I & II Bundle is available for $13 with the promo code MakeWarcraftLiveForever. GOG's Preservation Program will ensure continued compatibility and support for these games even after delisting. The games were recently remastered with new features, including revamped controls for Warcraft 1 and multiplayer support for Warcraft 2.

via GameSpot|
#blizzard#delisting#gaming
gaming1 year ago

GOG's New Program Aims to Preserve Delisted Games Amid Blizzard's Warcraft Removal

GOG has announced a new feature in its game preservation program, pledging to maintain compatibility for games even after they are delisted from its store. This comes as Activision Blizzard requested the removal of Warcraft I & II from GOG's storefront. GOG assures that existing owners will continue to receive updates and support for these games. The company emphasizes its commitment to game preservation and offers a discount code for purchasing the games before their removal.

via Time Extension|
#activision-blizzard#delisted-games#game-preservation
technology1 year ago

GOG's Preservation Program Ensures Warcraft Classics Remain Playable Despite Delisting

GOG has launched a preservation program ensuring continued compatibility and tech support for games even after they are delisted from its store. The program, which began with 100 classic games including Diablo and Resident Evil 1-3, now includes Warcraft I and II, which will be delisted on December 13th at Blizzard's request. Despite the delisting, GOG promises to maintain playability across Windows updates, and offers a discount for purchasing the Warcraft bundle before removal.

via The Verge|
#blizzard#delisting#game-preservation
gaming1 year ago

GOG Pledges to Preserve Warcraft Classics Despite Blizzard Delisting

Blizzard is removing Warcraft I and II from GOG, the only non-Battle.net platform offering these classics, following the release of its own remasters. In response, GOG, owned by CD Projekt Red, is emphasizing its commitment to game preservation, promising to maintain compatibility for existing owners despite the delisting. This move highlights ongoing challenges in accessing original game versions as companies push newer, often criticized remasters. GOG is offering a discount on the classics before their removal on December 13th.

via Kotaku|
#blizzard#delisting#game-preservation
gaming1 year ago

Warcraft Classics Delisted from GOG, Preservation Efforts Announced

Blizzard Entertainment's classic games, Warcraft: Orcs & Humans and Warcraft 2, will be removed from the GOG platform on December 13 at Blizzard's request. These games, which were pivotal in the development of the World of Warcraft series, were made available on GOG in 2019 with enhanced features. Despite their removal, GOG's Preservation Program ensures that owners can still play them on modern systems. Blizzard has recently released these games on Battle.net, including remastered versions, suggesting a strategic shift in their distribution.

via Polygon|
#battlenet#blizzard-entertainment#game-preservation
gaming1 year ago

Blizzard Celebrates Warcraft's 30th Anniversary with Remasters and Updates

Blizzard has quietly released remasters of Warcraft: Orcs & Humans and Warcraft II: Tides Of Darkness, bundled with Warcraft III: Reforged in a 'Warcraft Remastered Battle Chest' available on Battle.net for £34.99/$39.99. The remasters feature updated controls, customizable UI, and remastered assets, though the visual style has been criticized. Warcraft 2's multiplayer remains intact with legacy custom maps. Warcraft III: Reforged also received a 2.0 patch with improved visuals.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#blizzard#gaming#real-time-strategy
gaming1 year ago

Warcraft 1 & 2 Remasters Released with Enhanced Features

Blizzard has released the Warcraft Remastered Battle Chest, featuring remastered versions of Warcraft I and II, and a 2.0 update for Warcraft III: Reforged, available for $39.99 on Battle.net. The remasters include high-resolution artwork and modern gaming features, with Warcraft III: Reforged addressing previous criticisms with customizable visuals. The games can also be purchased individually. Additionally, Blizzard announced a Hearthstone/StarCraft crossover and updates for World of Warcraft, including a new dungeon and a Mists of Pandaria version for WoW Classic.

via The Verge|
#blizzard#gaming#gaming-update
gaming1 year ago

Warcraft 1 & 2 Remastered Released for 30th Anniversary Celebration

Blizzard has released a remastered collection of the classic RTS games Warcraft and Warcraft 2, along with their expansions, as part of a new Battle Chest package. This collection also includes an updated version of Warcraft 3: Reforged, which has received a new 2.0 update to enhance visuals and offer classic art options. The remastered games are now available on Battle.net, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Warcraft franchise.

via Kotaku|
#battle-chest#blizzard#gaming
gaming1 year ago

Blizzard Surprises Fans with Warcraft 1 & 2 Remasters and Major Warcraft 3 Update

Blizzard Entertainment has announced the release of remastered editions of Warcraft: Orcs and Humans and Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness, along with a significant 2.0 update for Warcraft 3: Reforged, during the Warcraft 30th Anniversary Direct. The remastered games feature updated HD graphics, improved multiplayer modes, and quality-of-life enhancements, while the Warcraft 3 update includes customizable graphics and enhanced performance. These releases are available on Battle.net, either individually or as part of the Warcraft Battle Chest bundle.

via Windows Central|
#blizzard-entertainment#gaming#remastered
gaming1 year ago

Warcraft's 30th Anniversary Unveils Long-Awaited Player Housing in Midnight Expansion

The Warcraft universe celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special Direct stream, offering new in-game rewards for viewers and announcing updates across its franchises. Highlights include remastered versions of Warcraft I and II, a new Hearthstone mini-set featuring StarCraft themes, and major updates for World of Warcraft, including the launch of "The War Within" and upcoming expansions like "Mists of Pandaria Classic." Warcraft Rumble celebrates its first anniversary with new features, and the game will soon be available on PC. The event underscores the enduring legacy and future of the Warcraft series.

via Blizzard News|
#anniversary#gaming#hearthstone
gaming1 year ago

Blizzard Releases Remastered Warcraft 1 & 2 for 30th Anniversary

Blizzard has officially released remastered versions of Warcraft 1 and 2 for PC, available now on Battle.net as part of Warcraft's 30th anniversary. These remasters feature new hand-drawn visuals, modern controls, and UI/UX improvements, with Warcraft 2 retaining its original multiplayer and custom maps. Additionally, Warcraft 3: Reforged has received a 2.0 update, enhancing environments, UI, and adding quality of life improvements. The remasters are priced individually or as part of a Battle Chest bundle.

via Eurogamer|
#blizzard#gaming#pc
gaming1 year ago

"Blizzard's Bold Break: WoW's Secret Battle Royale and Plunderstorm Update"

Blizzard has introduced a 60-player battle royale mode called "Plunderstorm" in the latest patch event for World of Warcraft, marking the first time such a mode has appeared in the game. The mode will be separate from standard servers and existing characters, offering unique rewards and gameplay mechanics. Inspired by WoW Classic's Season of Discovery, the mode was developed in secret and will be closely monitored for player feedback, potentially influencing future game updates. Players will engage in fast-paced matches, collecting plunder and competing for rewards in a pirate-themed environment within the game.

via PC Gamer|
#battle-royale#blizzard#gaming
gaming1 year ago

"Classic Diablo and Warcraft Games Return to Battle.net"

Blizzard celebrates the upcoming 30th anniversary of Warcraft by re-releasing Diablo and the first two Warcraft games on Battle.net for $9.99 (Diablo and Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness) and $5.99 (Warcraft: Orcs & Humans). These classics offer nostalgic gameplay and storytelling, with Diablo featuring randomly generated levels and multiplayer sessions, Warcraft: Orcs & Humans being Blizzard's first RTS with two campaigns, and Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness including a map editor and 28 missions. While a 3-in-1 bundle deal would have been nice, interested players can now purchase these games individually.

via Notebookcheck.net|
#battlenet#blizzard#classic-games
gaming1 year ago

"Classic Diablo and Warcraft Games Launch on Battle.net"

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Warcraft universe, Blizzard has made the original Diablo, Warcraft, and Warcraft II available through Battle.net. These classic games are being sold at $5.99 for Warcraft and $9.99 for Diablo and Warcraft II, and are the original versions without visual enhancements. Players can relive the iconic gameplay of these 90's titles and experience the origins of the Warcraft universe and the action-RPG genre.

via Wccftech|
#battlenet#blizzard#diablo