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Tychus Findlay Limited Edition Starcraft 2 Statue 2007-05-22 01:07:00 [source: irserious.com]
Action figures were sooo yesterday. For Starcraft 2, Blizzard, with the help of Sideshow Collectibles, is offering an 18-inch statue of the terran marine - Tychus Findlay. This isn’t some cheap plastic model though. The final statue is expected to weigh in at a whopping 17 lbs! and will sale for $249.99. It isn’t available yet, but on Blizzard’s website, it lists the Read more:Edition
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FAQ [Frequently Asked Questions] 2007-05-21 00:23:00 [source: Official FAQ]
BASICS
What is StarCraft II?
StarCraft II is the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game, and the sequel to the hit original, StarCraft. The game will include three completely distinct and balanced races, the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg, which have been overhauled and re-imagined with a number of new units for each, as well as new tricks for some of the classic units Read more:Frequently Asked Questions
Protoss 2007-05-20 23:58:00 [source: starcraft.wikia.com]
The Protoss are a race technologically advanced and rely on psionic abilities and cybernetics in battle. They are the primary opponents of the Zerg. The Protoss are highly religious and follow a strict code known as the Khala. The Protoss have mastered their psionic powers, and are currently engaged in a devastating war with the Zerg. They have also had to deal
Zerg 2007-05-20 19:58:00 [source: wikipedia.org]
The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the StarCraft universe. The Zerg are separated into a number of broods that are named after monstrous mythological beasts, almost always from Norse mythology. Each brood serves a specific purpose and is controlled by a Cerebrate that is physically incapable of disobeying the Overmind who rules over the Zerg as the leader of the
Terran 2007-05-20 15:59:00 [source: wikipedia.org]
The Terrans are the name given to the human colonists in the StarCraft universe used to distinguish them from the humans of Earth. They have a genetic history of psionic power, but are generations away from reaching this full potential. Most have no psionic powers. The Terrans have found themselves in the middle of a war between the Protoss and the Zerg, and have
Gameplay 2007-05-20 15:00:00 [source: starcraft.wikia.com]
Races
The sequel introduces no new playable races and keeps the three original races Protoss, Terran, and Zerg.
New units
Terran
Reaper: Uses dual pistols, can jet pack across terrain.
Protoss
Colossus: A large quad-legged vehicle that fires strong dual lasers in a "wave-like" pattern well-suited to destroying swarms of weaker units. Shown in the video destroying a
Features 2007-05-20 14:31:00 [source: wikipedia.org]
StarCraft II will support DirectX 9 (pixel shader 2.0) and the development team is considering adding DirectX 10 as well. The game will feature the Havok physics engine, allowing "debris [to] roll down a ramp", as well as improved 3D graphics.
Introduction 2007-05-20 14:07:00 [source: wikipedia.org]
StarCraft II is a sequel to the real-time strategy game StarCraft, announced on May 19, 2007, at the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational in Seoul, South Korea. StarCraft II is being developed for concurrent release on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS X. It has been stated that development on the game began in 2003, shortly after Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne. While there Read more:Introduction
StarCraft II Official Press Release - StarCraft II Unveiled 2007-05-19 21:39:00 [source: The official SC2 press release]
Blizzard Entertainment® announces highly anticipated sequel at 2007 Worldwide Invitational event in South Korea
SEOUL, South Korea – May 19, 2007 – Blizzard Entertainment® today unveiled StarCraft® II, the sequel to its award-winning real-time strategy game StarCraft, at the 2007 Blizzard Worldwide Invitational event in Seoul, South Korea. The Read more:Official
, Press
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About 2007-05-19 21:23:00 [source: starcraft2.com]
StarCraft II continues the epic saga of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg. These three distinct and powerful races will clash once again in 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 the galaxy, as each faction struggles for survival.
Featuring a unique
StarCraft II Unveiled! 2007-05-19 19:36:00 [source: Blizzard news]
We're pleased to announce our latest project: StarCraft II! The epic interplanetary battle between the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg will take on new dimensions in this sequel to the classic real-time strategy original. With new units and functionality for each race, upgrades to several familiar units, and a powerful 3D engine that supports explosive fast-paced combat between
Warning: A Starcraft 2 scam on World of Warcraft 2007-05-25 08:10:00 [source: wow.qj.net]
A poster named Goolz on the European World
of Warcraft
forums gave out some news on a scam that attempts to take advantage of people's anticipation of Starcraft 2. He posted an e-mail that asks for the contact information, CD-key, and even the player's actual name and address.
If you receive an e-mail asking for any of that information, don't respond to it. Blizzard would
GameStop gives StarCraft 2 a tentative release date 2007-05-25 07:53:00 [source: qj.net]
When the development of StarCraft 2 was announced last week, we thought the long wait was finally over. Unfortunately, we still have to wait for the video game's release on the shelves. GameStop
seems to have an idea when we'll be seeing the sequel to the popular sci-fi strategy title.
GameStop has it listed under a pre-release shipping date of 10/1/08 at a retail price of US$
SC2 Statue - FAQ 2007-05-25 07:05:00 [source: Official StarCraft 2 Statue
FAQ]
How big is the actual collectible?
The dimensions of the product are approximately: 15” W (381 mm), 18” H (457.2 mm), 12” D (304.8 mm). The product weighs approximately 17 lbs. (7.71 kg).
What other costs are associated with this item?
In addition to the price of the item, buyers will be responsible for paying all applicable taxes as well as shipping and
StarCraft 2 Statue Available for Preorder now! 2007-05-25 06:39:00 [source: fatwallet.com]
This is not really a great deal, but this is a deal for the StarCraft fan out there.
The statue cost $249.99 + shipping (around $25-30)
it will be ship from their US warehouse in October 2007
It is limited and first-come, first-served. After all preorder is full, there will be waiting list too.
https://us.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/starcraft2/menu.html
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Top 5 differences between Starcraft 2 and Warcraft 3 2007-05-24 17:52:00 Gamespot has a detailed interview with Blizzard’s top creative talent, including Rob Pardo.
Here’s some of the key points that have surfaced about Starcraft 2 gameplay:
[source: maxfreak.com]
1. Quantity vs. Quality
As opposed to Warcraft
III where the player controls a few units with many different special abilities, Starcraft 2 will be a numbers game, says Pardo:Starcraft 2 [units] will Read more:differences
Artwork Trailer, 1:35 2007-05-24 12:40:00 Interesting conclusions based on a screenshot from the SC2 artwork trailer
Obviously it has Zerg features. Looks like a small Lurker...
Look closely... is that... a humanoid had?
And we know Duran raised the Hybrids in Statis Cells...
WTF?
Looks like a Goblin in Protoss Armor. Hybrid?
Looks like Zerg eggs maintained by Protoss tech (notice the Golden texture) Read more:Artwork
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So, Diablo 3 wasn't announced, now what do you do? 2007-05-24 12:08:00 [source: forums.trenchwars.org]
Yeah, I know, you've beat Hell Cows and Diablo with every character, level 99, got your Top Level items, 20 mules, your hardcore characters have finally been completed. Now .... what do you do? You were sitting on the edge of your seat, hoping for Blizzard to announce Diablo 3 to the world, but you got Starcraft 2 instead. Fair enough you may say, maybe not. But
StarCraft 2 Domain Names Getting Popular 2007-05-24 11:59:00 A keyword domain can be very expensive. To be able to make it in the domaining business, online entrepreneurs take a look at at popular trends and invest in keywords related to upcoming movies, tv shows, or even games. Just take a look at one entrepreneur did - he bought some new starcraft2 domains. Tyler indicates:
…I’ve already received a bid close to 5-figures for SC2.net and Starcraft2.net Read more:Names
, Domain Names
Online Petition - Linux Installers for Blizzard Products 2007-05-24 11:25:00 Feel free to sign the petition yourself. As a Linux
user, I'd be very happy to see SC2 natively running on my Linux box, just like on Windows or Mac... And, as I can see, I'm not the only one :)))
The open source community voice:
To: Blizzard
Inc.
We the undersigned would like to see native Linux installers for the products of Blizzard Inc. It is only fair that Blizzard's products designed for Read more:Installers
, Products
Treachery Manifest 2007-05-24 11:12:00 Another comics from Penny Arcade studio...
[source: penny-arcade.com]
So it's true! You bastards.
People are already dying playing World of Warcraft!
They don't pee anymore! They just stop peeing.
This is a picture of my son! He needs his father.
What did he say?
It sounded like a cash register opening and closing. Kinda like, "Ch-ching, ch-ching."
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