November 14th 2024.
Can you believe it? World Of Warcraft is still going strong after all these years! Blizzard, the developer behind the massively popular game, is celebrating three decades of the Warcraft franchise. And to mark this special occasion, they are releasing remastered versions of the first two games and resetting the World Of Warcraft Classic server.
It's hard to believe, but World Of Warcraft actually started off as a spin-off from a series of real-time strategy games. The first game, Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, was released on November 15, 1994. And now, 30 years later, the franchise is enjoying a double anniversary as both the original game and its sequel are being remastered.
Blizzard had previously stated that the first two games were too outdated to be enjoyable, but with the remasters, players can expect new "modern" controls, a new interface, and hand-drawn graphics that can be toggled on and off. Even Warcraft 3, which was originally released in 2002, will be receiving a 2.0 update with a new UI, lighting system, and various quality of life improvements.
But the nostalgia doesn't stop there. The remastered games are currently available on Battle.net for purchase, with the option to buy all three in a Battle Chest bundle. It's a great way to celebrate the franchise's long history, especially since many people today may not even be aware of the original games and the real-time strategy genre.
It's interesting to think that World Of Warcraft, which is now known as an MMORPG (massively multiplayer online role-playing game), actually started off as an RTS. But with the rise of turn-based strategy games and the difficulty of adapting real-time games for consoles, the genre eventually fell out of fashion. And yet, World Of Warcraft has managed to stay popular for over 20 years, with 10 major expansions and more on the way.
In addition to the major expansions, the game also receives constant updates to keep players engaged. The 30th anniversary update, named Undermined, will include new dungeons, a PvP map, and a raid zone with eight bosses. And for a fun twist, players will even be able to race cars through the city streets.
But with all the new updates and expansions, some players have started to feel nostalgic for the early days of World Of Warcraft. That's where the World Of Warcraft Classic server comes in, allowing players to experience the game as it was in 2004 before any expansions were released. And now, there will even be a "classic Classic" version, resetting the server once again and offering a chance to play the original game without any modern additions.
It's incredible to think that after all these years, World Of Warcraft is still going strong. And with the constant updates and a dedicated fan base, it seems like the game will continue to thrive for years to come. Who knows, maybe in another five years, we'll see a third version of the Classic server!
So let's raise a glass to World Of Warcraft and the Warcraft franchise as a whole. After all, it's where it all began. And if you want to stay updated on all the latest gaming news, be sure to follow us on Twitter and sign up for our newsletter. And remember, you can easily submit your own letters and features through our Submit Stuff page. Happy gaming!
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