The general consensus on Warcraft 3: Reforged is that it failed to enhance the overall look of Blizzard’s classic RTS game while also disrupting what made the original so beloved. Despite several patches, many longtime WC3 players opted to revert to the pre-reforged version of the game. However, could a significant new update make amends for past mistakes?
On October 15, user hobblygobbly at ResetEra made an interesting discovery while examining Warcraft 3’s internal PTR on BlizzTrack. They noticed a peculiar 2.0.0 update, which raised suspicions as Blizzard is known to be meticulous with version numbering. A 2.0.0 release for a game like Warcraft 3 could indicate something major is in the works.
Over four years since the disappointing launch of Warcraft 3: Reforged, what could Blizzard have in store for it now? We have some theories, and the timing seems ripe for a significant announcement.
Could Microsoft have special plans for the Warcraft community?
One possibility is that Blizzard, possibly under the influence of Microsoft and Xbox, is revisiting Warcraft 3: Reforged to address its shortcomings and re-introduce missing features. With StarCraft: Remastered turning out well, it’s puzzling why Warcraft 3 struggled to meet expectations.
Furthermore, there’s speculation that Warcraft 3: Reforged may be coming to Game Pass, necessitating a major patch for better integration with the Xbox ecosystem. Given that the full StarCraft games are set to join Game Pass, this scenario seems plausible.
Another exciting prospect is Warcraft 3 potentially launching on Steam, marking a significant moment in gaming history. Seeing Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 find success on Steam hints at a possible return of Warcraft 3 and StarCraft 1 & 2 to the platform.
Considering Warcraft’s 30th anniversary and World of Warcraft’s 20th birthday approaching, it’s an ideal time for Blizzard to make significant announcements. While a full rework of WC3: Reforged might be a stretch, some exciting developments could be on the horizon.
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