<P> During BlizzCon 2017 , it was announced that StarCraft II would be re-branded as a free - to - play game going forward . This unlocked the Wings of Liberty campaign , multiplayer and other modes of the game for everyone . The change was in line with Blizzard 's vision going forward , that is , supporting the game with micro-transactions such as Skins , Co-op Commanders , Voice Packs and War Chests which the sales already proved to be successful . </P>
<P> During BlizzCon 2017 , it was announced that StarCraft II would be re-branded as a free - to - play game going forward . This unlocked the Wings of Liberty campaign , multiplayer and other modes of the game for everyone . The change was in line with Blizzard 's vision going forward , that is , supporting the game with micro-transactions such as Skins , Co-op Commanders , Voice Packs and War Chests which the sales already proved to be successful . </P>
when did starcraft 2 become free to play
when did starcraft 2 become free to play
During BlizzCon 2017
During BlizzCon 2017