Dedicated Warcraft enthusiasts have successfully reconstructed the entire Horde campaign from Warcraft 2 within Warcraft 3: Reforged. Crafted by the passionate team at LoreCraft Designs, this expansive 17-mission campaign introduces new gameplay mechanics, revamped artwork, and even features original voice acting. Remarkably, this ambitious project is accessible to Warcraft 3: Reforged players without any additional charges.
LoreCraft Designs, comprised of a team of seven designers and numerous contributors, undertook the formidable challenge of adapting Warcraft 2 into the Warcraft 3 engine. Their efforts extended beyond the technical disparities between Warcraft 2 and 3, addressing lore discrepancies that have emerged over the nearly three decades since the franchise’s inception.
LoreCraft’s dedicated efforts have come to fruition with the release of the initial portion of the Warcraft Chronicles of the Second War: Tides of Darkness project. This complimentary map set for Warcraft 3: Reforged encompasses 17 missions, narrating the Horde campaign from Warcraft 2. Infused with contemporary lore elements from World of Warcraft and background novels, the free campaign features fresh cinematics, original voice acting, remastered soundtracks, and innovative game mechanics, providing players with a revitalized experience of Warcraft 2 on a modernized engine. Enthusiasts eager to explore this Warcraft 3: Reforged mod can acquire it at no cost from Hive Workshop.
Warcraft 3: Reforged Chronicles of the Second War Features
- Seventeen custom missions in Warcraft 3: Reforged breathe new life into the classic Horde campaign from Warcraft 2.
- A succinct narrative crafted from the tapestry of Warcraft 2, books, and various media spanning the 28 years since the game’s inception.
- Authentic voice performances, cinematic sequences, and a soundtrack showcasing remastered classics from Warcraft 2.
- Custom models bring to life iconic characters, units, and factions from the rich lore of World of Warcraft.
- Innovative tech trees, heroes, and game mechanics are introduced, encompassing naval battles and incorporating the oil resource from Warcraft 2.
While this remarkable custom campaign stands as a testament to LoreCraft’s skills, it signifies just the initial step in their endeavor to revive the classic Warcraft RTS games. The team has ambitious plans to recreate the Human campaign from Warcraft 2 as part of the ongoing Chronicles of the Second War project. Simultaneously, they are actively engaged in developing Chains of Conquest, a mod that reimagines and extends the narrative of Warcraft: Orcs and Humans. This ambitious project encompasses the rise of the Horde in Warcraft lore and the fall of the Draenei, although it is still in its early stages of development.
Several enthusiasts have embarked on analogous initiatives, such as Warcraft 3: Re-Reforged, aiming to reconstruct the Warcraft 3 campaign while staying true to Blizzard’s initial vision during the remaster’s announcement. Despite the lukewarm reception that accompanied the release of Warcraft 3: Reforged, these mods present a compelling incentive for players to explore the remastered RTS experience.
