Kotaku: Games within games

Starcraft II looks to be an amazing game in its own right, but it's also an incredible tool for making your own games.

When Blizzard took to the stage last year to show off the game editor for Starcraft II they were sure to bring with them examples of some incredible mods they had already created in-house. Of course they knew that once gamers got their hands on the editor their own mods would be quickly out done. And they were right.

With retail release of Starcraft II less than a week away, here's a quick run down of some of our favorite mods already making the rounds.

Check the link for the game mods.

Source: Kotaku

Starcraft 2 - Terran Demo

Forced to adapt to the harsh existence on the mostly lifeless worlds of the sector, the terrans are masters of survival.

Starcraft 2 - Protoss Demo

An in-depth gameplay demonstration with the species that claims to be the most powerful in the galaxy.

Starcraft 2: Blizzcon 2007 - Gameplay

Starcraft 2: Blizzcon 2007 - Gameplay

Published by: Blizzard Entertainment
Developed by: Blizzard Entertainment
Release: To Be Announced

Starcraft 2 - On Going Development

Yay, the most anticipated and most popular Real-Time Strategy developed by Blizzard is now on going development.

I know a lot of people are eagerly waiting for this. ( I know I am ).

Overview:

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 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.

Features:

Fast-paced, hard-hitting, tightly balanced competitive real-time strategy gameplay that recaptures and improves on the magic of the original game

Three completely distinct races: Protoss, Terran, and Zerg

New units and gameplay mechanics further distinguish each race

Groundbreaking single-player "story-mode" campaign

Vibrant new 3D-graphics engine with support for dazzling visual effects and massive unit and army sizes

Full multiplayer support, with new competitive features and matchmaking utilities available through Battle.net

Full map-making and scripting tools to give players incredible freedom in customizing and personalizing their gameplay experience

source: starcraft2.com

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