Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness
63Playhop rating
About game
«Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness» is a legendary real-time strategy game where you take control of either the Alliance (humans) or the Horde (orcs). Each faction has its own unique units, buildings, and strategies.
The game consists of two story campaigns that explore the war for control over Azeroth and the subsequent events at the Dark Portal: «Tides of Darkness» and «Beyond the Dark Portal». You can play as both humans and orcs in each of these campaigns, which means there are four campaigns in total.
What makes the game special?
* Deep strategic gameplay, where you have to manage resources, build your base, and create your own army.
* Unique factions, each with its own tactical advantages.
* Magic and powerful heroes that can turn the tide of battle.
* A fascinating story that unfolds through texts and dialogues, drawing you deeper into the game’s universe.
How to play
Progress and settings: The game automatically saves your progress in your browser, so it's important not to play in private browsing mode or use any settings that clear browsing data when you close your browser. Keep in mind that the Russian and English versions of the game use different save files. Controls: - Left click: select a unit or building (hold down the button to select multiple units) - Right click: give an order like move, attack, or gather resources - Keyboard arrows: move the camera around the map (in addition to using the mouse) Key actions: - Gather resources (gold and wood) by sending workers to mines and lumber camps - Build your base: start with a central building (castle or barracks) and then add structures for troops, upgrades, and other purposes. - Create an army: combine different types of soldiers, such as foot soldiers, archers, siege weapons, and wizards. - Use magic: spells can strengthen your troops or weaken your enemies. - Explore the map: search for resources, track the movements of your enemies, and plan your attacks.Game info
Age rating
16+
Platforms
Authorization support
Yes
Localization
Russian, English
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Release date
Cloud saves
No
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Players say
The game evokes nostalgia for childhood and the 90s
The mechanics of the original game are well implemented
A web version of the game is available without installation.
Classic cheat codes work
Online game is supported
The game is a port of WarCraft 2 to the Unity platform