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Editors’ Review
Download.com staff
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Widely called one of the greatest RTS games ever and one of the first true esports titles, with people praising its race balance, deep multiplayer, and lasting community.
What The Community Is Saying
- The Highs
- The Lows
The written sample turns up little sustained criticism beyond an occasional note about clumsy AI pathing, not enough to call a clear pattern.
- The Verdict
An essential classic strategy game if you do not mind dated visuals, still valued mainly for its multiplayer balance.
Pros
- Completely free to play
- Three distinct playable species
- Offers a campaign editor
- Designed for intense internet competition
- Revolutionary special effects for its time
Cons
- Multiplayer focus may not suit all players
- Lacks modern graphical fidelity
- Tutorials or onboarding may be sparse
- Balancing may feel dated to modern players
- Expansion mechanics are tied to the base game
Used StarCraft and StarCraft: Brood War for Windows?
