With three races, four modes, and infinite ways to play, StarCraft II is the ultimate real-time strategy experience. In StarCraft II, players juggle big-picture economy and micro-level unit control, pushing them to the very limits of their strategic and tactical capabilities.
Races
Each of StarCraft II’s three races has its own fascinating personality and playstyle, with a varied and distinct suite of specialized units and buildings. Choose one to master, or play all three!
Terran - Resourceful humans with varied technology and plenty of attitude. Relative newcomers to the Koprulu sector, the terrans are the descendants of a disastrous colonization expedition launched from Earth centuries ago. With neither the advanced technology of the protoss nor the natural prowess of the zerg, terran military forces rely on a varied mix of resilient, versatile units to outwit their foes.
Zerg - A ferocious swarm of merciless beasts that devour worlds. Led by the cunning Queen of Blades, the alien zerg are set to unleash their horrors on the galaxy, consuming all who stand in their way. The zerg make no use of technology to create their weapons, armor, or starships. Instead, these functions are efficiently fulfilled through biological adaptation and planned mutation.
Protoss - Ancient, noble warriors with a golden armada and advanced psionic technology. For thousands of years, the ancient and mysterious protoss have held sway over their part of the galaxy. Individual protoss warriors are unsurpassed in their skills and courage, greatly enhanced by the combination of technology and formidable psionic strength.
Starcraft II Races
Game modes
Whether you prefer a cinematic story campaign, best-in-class multiplayer competition, specialized custom games in the Arcade, or social and collaborative Co-op, StarCraft II has a mode for you.
Story Campaign - Save the galaxy from emergent threats in full-length Terran, Zerg, and Protoss campaigns. Recommended for: New Players, Fans of the StarCraft narrative universe
Versus Mode - Grow your skills and climb the multiplayer ladder in the world’s premier real-time-strategy esport. Recommended for: Players with a competitive streak, Friends who want to compete together against human opponents in 2v2s, 3v3s, or 4v4.
Co-op Missions - Team up with a friend to tackle epic missions as diverse, specialized commanders. Recommended for: New/Intermediate Players, Players looking for a social experience
Custom and Arcade Games - Explore community-created game modes or create your own with the StarCraft II Editor. Recommended for: Players looking to explore a wide array of creative custom games.
