Warcraft: Orcs and Humans and Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness Now Accessible on Battle.net Store

Welcome to the world of Warcraft! Today, we are excited to bring you the news that the original games in the Warcraft franchise, Warcraft Orcs & Humans and Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, are now available for purchase in the Battle.net shop. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, these classic games are a must-play for any strategy game enthusiast.

Warcraft: Orcs and Humans

Let's start with where it all began. Released in 1994, Warcraft: Orcs and Humans is the very first game in the Warcraft franchise. In this real-time strategy game, you can experience the epic battle between the human defenders of Azeroth and the orcish Horde. Choose to lead the humans in defending their home world or conquer Azeroth as the orcish invaders.

This release includes two dozen missions across two separate campaigns. Help the humans defend their world or lead the Horde in their conquest. You can also hone your skills in custom games with 21 bonus maps, playing against a computer-controlled opponent to improve your strategies.

In the two-player versus mode, you can go head-to-head with another human and prove who is the master strategist. Command the battlefield, outflank your enemies, and either achieve victory or suffer a crushing defeat.

• Quickstart gameplay overview

Before you jump into the action, let's quickly go over the gameplay basics:

• Resources: Manage your lumber and gold to train units and build structures.
• Info Text: Provides information on units, buttons, or structures that you select.
• Unit Description: Detailed information on buildings or units selected.
• Mini Map: Bird's eye view of the command map, showing your buildings, units, and enemies.
• Command Map: The main field of play where you can select units or buildings.
• Show Menu: Accesses the Warcraft Options menu bar at the top of the screen.

In terms of issuing orders to units, you can give commands such as move, stop, or attack. You can also group units together and issue commands to the entire group. Use the mouse to select units and buildings, and the green box will surround the selected unit.

Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness

Now, let's move on to Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, released in 1995. In this sequel, the kingdom of Stormwind lies in ruins and the Alliance and Horde race towards a terrifying clash. It's up to you to defend the world of Azeroth or crush your enemies and claim their realm for the Horde.

Warcraft II takes the real-time strategy genre to new heights with greater tactical depth and expanded armies. Fly through the skies or sail the seas with new units. With bigger maps and more diverse armies, Warcraft II will test your strategic and tactical skills like never before.

This release includes 28 missions across two epic campaigns. Follow the Horde and Alliance campaigns and decide the fate of Azeroth. Explore key historic locations and witness their introduction, such as Dalaran or Stratholme.

In the Beyond the Dark Portal expansion, embark on the final chapter of Warcraft II. Conquer the shattered realm of Outland and put an end to the orcish threat once and for all. With even more maps and players, you can fight against up to seven computer-controlled opponents or other players in multiplayer battles.

Unleash your creativity with the Warcraft II map editor. Create your own multiplayer maps and challenge your friends to epic battles on your custom creations.

• Quickstart gameplay overview

Before you dive into the battles, here's a brief overview of the gameplay mechanics:

• Resources: Manage your lumber, gold, oil, and food for training units and building materials.
• Info Text: Provides information on units, buttons, or buildings you select.
• Unit Description: Detailed information on buildings or single units selected.
• Unit Commands: Different commands available to the unit.
• Mini Map: Bird's eye view of the command map, showing your buildings and units.
• Command Map: The main field of play where you can select units or buildings.
• Menu: Access options, save/load games, and get help.
• Scenario Objectives: Review the objectives of the scenario.
• End Scenario: Options to restart, surrender, quit to the main menu, or exit the program.

Similar to Warcraft: Orcs and Humans, you can give commands to your units by selecting them and issuing orders like move, stop, attack, patrol, and more. Grouping units together is also possible, allowing you to issue commands to the entire group with ease.

Now that you're familiar with the basics, it's time to take command and immerse yourself in the rich world of Warcraft. Choose your side, gather your forces, and lead them to victory or face defeat in these legendary strategy games.

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