Blizzard has released a new trailer for the upcoming StarCraft II expansion, Heart of the Swarm, which reveals the game’s opening cinematic sequence.
The new StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm expansion will bring with it additional units, 20 new missions, together with multiplayer changes from Wings of Liberty, as well as a continuing campaign focusing on the Zerg race. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action.
New Features and Enhancements
Heart of the Swarm will be officially launching on March 12th, 2013, and is now available to pre-order from Blizzard’s Battle.net website. This expansion is set to introduce a plethora of new features and enhancements that will significantly enrich the gameplay experience. Players can look forward to new units such as the Viper and the Swarm Host for the Zerg, the Widow Mine for the Terran, and the Oracle and Tempest for the Protoss. These new units are designed to add more strategic depth and variety to the multiplayer battles.
In addition to the new units, Heart of the Swarm will also bring about significant changes to the game’s multiplayer mechanics. These changes are aimed at balancing the gameplay and providing a more competitive environment for players. For instance, the expansion will introduce new abilities for existing units, adjustments to resource management, and improvements to the game’s matchmaking system.
Continuing the Epic Storyline
The storyline of Heart of the Swarm picks up where Wings of Liberty left off, focusing on the character of Sarah Kerrigan, who was once the feared Queen of Blades. The narrative delves deeper into Kerrigan’s quest for revenge against the Terran Dominion and her struggle to reunite the fractured Zerg Swarm. The campaign will take players through a series of 20 new missions, each designed to challenge their strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
The next expansion after this, named Legacy of the Void, will be launched at a later date, explains Blizzard. This upcoming expansion will continue the story, focusing on the Protoss race and their efforts to reclaim their homeworld and unite their people against the looming threats in the galaxy.
“The Queen of Blades is gone. On the hellish planet Char, Jim Raynor harnessed the power of an ancient Xel’Naga artifact in a desperate bid to stop the Zerg Swarm from overrunning the Koprulu sector, and the artifact restored Sarah Kerrigan to her human form. Without their queen to guide and unify them, the Swarm has fractured into several broods scattered throughout the Koprulu sector. One of the greatest threats to the galaxy has been neutralized… or so it seems.”
The cinematic trailer released by Blizzard offers a glimpse into the high-stakes drama and intense action that players can expect from Heart of the Swarm. The visuals are stunning, showcasing the detailed environments and character models that have become a hallmark of the StarCraft series. The trailer also hints at the emotional and psychological complexities of Kerrigan’s character, adding depth to the game’s narrative.
For fans of the StarCraft series, Heart of the Swarm promises to be a thrilling continuation of the epic saga. With its combination of new gameplay features, an engaging storyline, and enhanced multiplayer options, this expansion is set to deliver an unforgettable gaming experience.
Source: Kotaku
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