StarCraft II continues the epic saga of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg. These three distinct and powerful races will clash once again in Starcraft II, the fast-paced real-time strategy sequel to the legendary original, StarCraft. Legions of veteran, upgraded, and brand-new unit types will do battle across Starcraft II's galaxy, as each faction struggles for survival.

Featuring a unique single-player campaign that picks up where StarCraft: Brood War left off, StarCraft II will present a cast of new heroes and familiar faces in an edgy sci-fi story filled with adventure and intrigue. In addition, Blizzard will again offer unparalleled online play through Battle.net, the company's world-renowned gaming service, with several enhancements and new features to make StarCraft II the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game.

Starcraft II Features:

• Fast-paced, hard-hitting tightly balanced: Starcraft II's competitive real-time strategy gameplay recaptures and improves on the magic of the original Starcraft.
• Three completely distinct Starcraft II races: Protoss, Terran, and Zerg.
• New units and gameplay mechanics: Further distinguishing each Starcraft II race.
• Groundbreaking single-player: Starcraft II's "story-mode" campaign is amongst Blizzard's best yet!
• Vibrant new 3D-graphics engine: Starcraft II boasts support for dazzling visual effects and massive unit and army sizes.
• Full Starcraft II multiplayer support: Includes new competitive features and matchmaking utilities available through Starcraft II's area on Battle.net.
• Full Starcraft II map-making and scripting tools: Giving Starcraft II players incredible freedom in customising and personalising their gameplay experience.