How much does StarCraft cost? ——Full analysis of game prices and hot topics
Recently, the "StarCraft" series, as a classic RTS game, has once again become a hot topic of discussion among players. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the prices, purchase channels, and related hot content of each version of "StarCraft".
1. List of current prices for the StarCraft series
| Game name | platform | standard price | Discounted price (if any) |
|---|---|---|---|
| StarCraft: Remastered | Blizzard Battle.net | 98 yuan | Historically low 49 yuan (no discounts in the near future) |
| StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty | Blizzard Battle.net | free | - |
| StarCraft 2: Heart of the Swarm | Blizzard Battle.net | free | - |
| StarCraft 2: Legacy of the Void | Blizzard Battle.net | 128 yuan | Occasionally 25% off (96 yuan) |
| StarCraft 2: Nova Covert Ops | Blizzard Battle.net | 75 yuan | Bundle Offer |
2. Inventory of recent hot topics
1.StarCraft 25th Anniversary Event
Blizzard announced that it will launch special commemorative content in November 2023, including limited skins and campaign mode updates, triggering a wave of return for old players.
2.Esports competition prize money hits record high
The ASL (AfreecaTV Star League) S13 finals prize pool exceeded 200 million won (approximately 1.1 million yuan), and the live broadcast viewing volume of Korean anchors exceeded 500,000 in a single day.
3.Player-made MODs become popular
The "StarCraft: Resurgence" MOD developed by a domestic team has been played more than one million times on Bilibili, adding a new Chinese camp and a new campaign plot.
3. Comparison of purchasing channels
| channel | Advantages | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Blizzard official battle network | Genuine guarantee, automatic updates | You need to register an international server account (the national server has been discontinued) |
| Third-party game platform | Occasionally discount CDKEY | Note the distinction between global version/regional limited edition |
| Physical collector's edition | Including art collection and other peripherals | Only the remastered version, price 300-500 yuan |
4. Frequently Asked Questions for Players
Q: Which version is recommended for entry now?
A:Beginners are advised to start with the free "StarCraft 2", the remastered version is more suitable for nostalgic players.
Q: Are the game configuration requirements high?
A: The remastered version requires Win7 or above system and GTX650 graphics card; StarCraft 2 requires GTX760 or above.
Q: Is there a mobile version?
A: There is no official mobile version, but it can be experienced through cloud gaming platforms (such as NetEase Cloud Gaming).
5. Forecast of future price trends
Industry analysts speculate that as the 25th anniversary approaches:
There are about 850 words in total. The above content is based on the data from the entire network in October 2023. The actual price is subject to each platform. For more game information, please pay attention to the professional e-sports media platform.
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