StarCraft: Retribution — Expansion Overview
StarCraft: Retribution is an add-on for StarCraft: Brood War created with Mac players in mind. It significantly enlarges the original experience by introducing extensive new content: more than 120 fresh multiplayer battlegrounds and a full single-player campaign that builds on the universe’s storyline. Together these additions extend replayability and open up new tactical possibilities for competitive matches.
Multiplayer additions and variety
- A library of 120+ custom and revamped multiplayer maps that encourage different strategies and team compositions.
- New terrain types and layouts designed to promote varied tactical choices and longer strategic planning.
- Map designs that support both casual skirmishes and competitive play, keeping matches engaging for diverse skill levels.
Single-player campaign and objectives
- An expanded campaign that deepens the setting and introduces new mission structures and goals.
- Fresh mission types that test different skill sets, from timed objectives to complex multi-stage assaults.
- Story elements and mission briefings that add context and new challenges for solo players.
Who will enjoy this expansion
- Returning veterans will find updated content and more tactical options to refresh familiar matchups.
- Newcomers to the series can explore an expanded single-player campaign while learning on a wide selection of multiplayer maps.
- Competitive strategy fans who appreciate map variety, nuanced objectives, and expanded multiplayer scenarios.
Platform and playing notes
StarCraft: Retribution was targeted at Mac users and released as an enhancement to the Brood War client; check compatibility with your system and any required patches before installing.
If you want something different
If you prefer a lighter, more casual tower-defense experience, consider trying the trial of Plants vs. Zombies as an alternative — it offers bite-sized missions and a very different pace compared with the tactical depth of StarCraft.
Technical
- Mac
- Full