Blizzard Rereleases Classic Warcraft and Diablo Games on Battle.net
Blizzard has made a nostalgic announcement by re-releasing the classic 90’s games Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, and the original Diablo through Battle.net. These iconic titles are now available on Blizzard’s launcher, allowing both old and new fans to experience these pivotal games once again.
Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, released in 1994, marked the company’s first foray into the Warcraft universe, establishing itself as a groundbreaking title in the real-time strategy genre. Both Warcraft titles were known for their pioneering multiplayer modes in RTS games, and the Battle.net reissues retain this feature, enabling players to engage in intense battles against friends.
Furthermore, the re-release of Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, which debuted in 1995, includes its expansion, Beyond The Dark Portal, offering players the complete experience. Additionally, Blizzard has thoughtfully uploaded the game’s original manual online for easy access.
Joining the Warcraft reissues is the 1997 classic, Diablo, which was originally introduced alongside Blizzard’s first iteration of Battle.net. This action-packed game sees players delving into dungeons to vanquish demons and collect valuable loot. The re-release also encompasses the game’s original manual, complete with a bestiary and a comprehensive overview of the game’s lore, available for online perusal.
Although the re-release of these beloved classics brings joy to many fans, the gaming community was recently shaken by Microsoft’s acquisition of Blizzard in October 2023. Following this acquisition, Microsoft announced significant layoffs within its game division, casting uncertainty over the future of ongoing and upcoming projects. As a result of these layoffs, a previously announced survival game from Blizzard has been cancelled, leaving many to wonder about the fate of other potential titles.