Prepare for the conclusion of the StarCraft II
saga and enjoy the ultimate competitive real-time strategy
experience—standalone Legacy of the Void to launch by winter
Heart of the Swarm® also now available as
standalone game
In 1998, the world was introduced to StarCraft®—the
groundbreaking science-fiction real-time strategy series about
three unique rival species—the terrans, zerg, and protoss—locked
into a perpetual war to secure their place in the galaxy. Now, 17
years later, the stunning conclusion to the StarCraft saga is
almost here . . . and a new era for the ultimate competitive
real-time strategy game is set to begin.
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Legacy of the Void™, the standalone conclusion to the StarCraft
II trilogy, will arrive by winter, and players can pre-purchase the
game now via the official Legacy of the Void website.
Featuring a galaxy-spanning protoss campaign and new multiplayer
features such as the cooperative Allied Commanders and
Archon Mode that give battlefield generals of all stripes
whole new ways to play, Legacy of the Void is being built to
deliver the ultimate StarCraft II experience. Pre-purchase
digitally through Battle.net® now, and you’ll gain immediate access
to all three “Whispers of Oblivion” prologue missions
featuring the legendary Dark Templar Zeratul. Those who
pre-purchase digitally or lock in their pre-order at select
retailers will also gain entry to the ongoing Legacy of the Void
beta test.
“With Legacy of the Void, we’re giving some of Blizzard’s most
iconic characters an unforgettable sendoff and delivering the
climactic StarCraft finale players deserve,” said Mike Morhaime,
CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “At the same time,
we’re excited to bring StarCraft II multiplayer into a whole new
era with a host of major new gameplay modes and enhancements—we
can’t wait to see what the future holds for StarCraft II
competition.”
Multiple Editions Warping
In
Legacy of the Void will come in a Standard Edition (physical and
digital versions available), which players can pre-purchase now
digitally for $39.99. Players also have the option to upgrade their
pre-purchase to the Digital Deluxe Edition ($59.99), which will
unlock a variety of in-game bonuses for Blizzard games (available
upon Legacy of the Void’s release), including:
- Archon battle pet ready to join
your side in World of Warcraft®
- Void Seeker mount to charge
through the Nexus in Heroes of the Storm
- Protoss card back to demonstrate
your psionic potential in Hearthstone®
- Protoss-themed portraits and unit
skin for StarCraft II
Legacy of the Void will also be available in a retail-exclusive
Collector’s Edition, which comes equipped with the digital bonus
items from the Digital Deluxe Edition, as well as a special edition
of the upcoming full-color hardcover StarCraft Field Manual (retail
edition SRP $45); a DVD loaded with cinematics and special
features; and a CD soundtrack. The Collector’s Edition will be
available at select retailers for a suggested retail price of
$79.99. Players should check their local retailer for details and
availability and be sure to lock in their preorder, as supplies are
limited.
In addition, anyone who purchases or pre-purchases any edition
of the expansion will also unlock access to an upcoming,
yet-to-be-revealed StarCraft Warrior Hero in Heroes of the
Storm™, Blizzard’s recently released free-to-play team brawler.
Your Life for Aiur!
Picking up where Heart of the Swarm® left off, Legacy of the
Void casts you in the role of Hierarch Artanis, leader of the
technologically advanced protoss race. Years ago, the protoss
homeworld of Aiur fell to the merciless zerg Swarm. Now, you have
raised a powerful fleet of warships known as the Golden Armada and
are poised to reclaim your world. But an ancient evil threatens
your destiny and the fate of the entire Koprulu Sector. The
galaxy’s only hope is for you to reunite the protoss factions and
defeat the coming darkness.
To whet players’ appetites before the launch of the full
campaign, a special action-packed prologue titled “Whispers of
Oblivion” bridges the storyline between Heart of the Swarm and
Legacy of the Void. In these missions, players will join Zeratul to
unravel the mysteries of the Xel’naga prophecy. Whispers of
Oblivion will be available to everyone free of charge before the
Legacy of the Void launch, but players who pre-purchase now will
receive instant access to all three prologue missions in the Legacy
of the Void beta test.
Legacy of the Void™, the third and final chapter in the
StarCraft II saga, is a standalone game, meaning you’ll be able to
purchase, play, and harness the power of the protoss without owning
any previous entries in the series.
Definitive StarCraft II Multiplayer
Experience
In addition to the single-player campaign, Legacy of the Void
will feature a host of new features that will make it the ultimate
StarCraft multiplayer experience. Two heads are better than one,
and Archon Mode applies this maxim to competitive gaming. In
this brand-new two-player mode, players merge together to become a
greater, unified force by sharing control over a single base. It’s
the perfect mode for rookies to learn tactics from seasoned
veterans—and a fun way to amplify the power of a burgeoning
all-star.
Allied Commanders is a new, open-ended game mode with
campaign-style objectives that breathes new life into the StarCraft
cooperative experience. Here, each player will choose a powerful
commander to lead their favorite army into battle and fight in
diverse scenarios with dynamic, campaign-style objectives. Players
can then level up these commanders to gain access to new units,
abilities, and customization options for their armies.
The thrill of competing in a StarCraft II tournament is like no
other gaming experience around, and Legacy of the Void makes it
easier than ever for everyone to get in on the action. With
Automated Tournaments, players from around the world can
prove their might in no-holds-barred daily online competitions.
Tournaments will be held for players of all skill levels, unlocking
the potential for anyone to feel the excitement of surviving
through elimination rounds and clawing their way to victory.
Heart of the Swarm Goes
Standalone
For players who haven’t yet played the first StarCraft II
expansion, Heart of the Swarm, it just became a little easier to
stage a zerg rush. Starting today, the original StarCraft II: Wings
of Liberty is no longer required to play Heart of the Swarm—making
this the perfect time to catch up on Kerrigan’s story and command a
host of additional multiplayer units for all three factions.
Legacy of the Void will be released for Windows® and
Mac® PC. Visit www.starcraft2.com to learn more.
With multiple games in development, Blizzard Entertainment has
numerous positions currently
available—visit http://jobs.blizzard.com for more
information and to learn how to apply.
For screenshots, artwork, and other media, visit
http://blizzard.gamespress.com/StarCraft.
About Blizzard Entertainment,
Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of
Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and
Diablo® franchises, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
(www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ:
ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment
software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most
critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record
includes nineteen #1 games* and multiple Game of the Year
awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of
the largest in the world, with millions of active players.
*Sales and/or downloads, based on internal company records and
reports from key distribution partners.
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Entertainment's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies
regarding the future, including release windows and details about
Legacy of the Void, are forward-looking statements that are
not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors
that could cause Blizzard Entertainment's actual future results to
differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking
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Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and
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