Blizzard Brings Diablo, Warcraft: Orcs and Humans & Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness to Battle.net

Blizzard Brings Diablo, Warcraft Orcs and Humans & Warcraft 2 Tides of Darkness to Battle.net

The rest of Blizzard classic titles are making their way to Battle.net. The developer revealed that the original Diablo, Warcraft: Orcs and Humans as well as Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness are arriving on the platform.

It’s time to face the Lord of Terror again deep beneath the Tristram Cathedral. You can already grab the original 1997’s Diablo from the Battle.net Shop to enjoy some nostalgic demon slaying.

  • 16 levels of old-school dungeon delving: Slaughter your way from the Tristram cathedral all the way to Hell itself across 16 increasingly challenging levels. Each playthrough features a brand-new, randomly generated dungeon layout that offers a fresh challenge every time you descend into the dark below.
  • Three iconic character Classes: Whether you prefer to crush skulls as a Warrior, nail monsters from afar as a Rogue, or bend arcane powers to your will as a Sorcerer, Diablo has a Class that suits your style.
  • Multiplayer demon slaying: Nothing beats battling beasts and demons with friends. Join forces with up to three other players and drive the demons screaming back to Hell together.
  • So, so much loot: It wouldn’t be a Diablo game without tons and tons of randomly rolled loot. Liberate powerful weapons and armor from your defeated enemies, and upgrade your character’s arsenal.

“Beneath the cathedral of Tristram, past the catacombs and deep caves, a Prime Evil grows in strength. Terror grips the townsfolk. They pray for someone to descend into the darkness, avenge their fallen friends, save Tristram, and destroy their demonic malefactor. Will you answer the call?”

If demons interest you less than orcs and humans, worry not. Original Warcraft, the strategy that started it all for Azeroth, is back as well. No councils and pacts, no faction peace, just the good, old RTS goodness.

  • Two dozen missions across two separate campaigns: Help the humans defend their home world against the orcish invaders, or lead the Horde in their relentless conquest.
  • Custom games to hone your skills: Select from 21 bonus maps and play against a computer-controlled opponent to learn how to lead your forces more effectively.
  • Two-player versus mode: Go head-to-head with another human and prove who is the master strategist in highly customizable multiplayer matches.

“As fearsome invaders from another world threaten the peace, Azeroth calls for a hero to lead its human defenders in battle…or conquer this realm in the name of the orcish Horde!”

Even more Orcs and Humans arrive in the timeless sequel, Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness. This game took the series’ real-time strategy to new heights and added greater tactical depth, expanding your armies with flying and even seafaring units. With bigger maps and more diverse armies, Warcraft II will challenge your strategic and tactical skills.

  • 28 missions across two epic campaigns: Follow the Horde and Alliance campaigns and decide the fate of Azeroth. Visit key historic locations such as Dalaran or Stratholme, and see how they were first introduced.
  • Even more adventure awaits Beyond the Dark Portal: Once you’ve beaten the Tides of Darkness campaign, embark on the final chapter of Warcraft II with the Beyond the Dark Portal expansion. Conquer the shattered realm of Outland, and end the orcish threat once and for all!
  • More maps, more players, more mayhem: Fight against up to seven computer-controlled opponents or other players across an even bigger selection of online multiplayer battlefields. Take to the field as a team or try to seize victory on your own, and prove your worth as a master tactician.
  • Get creative with the Warcraft II map editor: Use the mapmaking tool to create your own multiplayer maps, then challenge your friends to epic battles on your turf!

“The kingdom of Stormwind lies in ruins. The greatest strategists of the Alliance and the Horde race towards a terrifying clash as war continues to rage across Azeroth. It’s up to you to defend this world and its people…or crush these pitiful weaklings and claim their realm for the Horde!”

If you prefer a fresh take, check out Warcraft: Chronicles of the Second War.

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A lover of all things RPG and TBS, Catherine is always looking for a new fantasy world to get lost in.

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