Starcraft II: Legacy of the Void
Overview -
'Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty' was released in 2010 and was followed by 'Heart of the Swarm' in 2013, which would later be turned into a standalone expansion. This release, 'Legacy of the Void', is also standalone, not requiring any other 'Starcraft' products to function.
Video Review
'Legacy of the Void' uses the same engine and technology as its immediate predecessors. The grandiose FMVs are beautiful, probably among the best in the business, but the rest of the visuals are lagging behind. The in-game cutscenes in particular have a grainy quality. The framerate is usually high.
Audio Review
The campaign’s dialogue and voice acting are everything we’ve come to expect from the franchise: sometimes dramatic, sometimes campy, and always good fun. The sound effects and music are sterling sci-fi fare and for the nostalgic, the original 'Starcraft' soundtrack can be played during gameplay.
Final Thoughts
'Starcraft II' remains a household name in the RTS genre, and 'Legacy of the Void' joins an already great pair of games to make a compelling trilogy. The replay value is high and strategy gamers can enjoy many hours of play after finishing the decent campaign, especially those interested in the robust multiplayer options.