GOG has announced that Warcraft 1 and Warcraft 2 will be delisted on December 13, per developer Blizzard’s request. However, the games will still be playable for those who purchased them.
GOG also revealed a new feature in its Preservation Program, which lets delisted games retain their compatibility after they’re removed from the storefront. GOG will provide tech support for the games, including support for future potential Windows OS changes that may affect them.
Additionally, GOG is offering a small discount for both games before they get delisted. By using the code MakeWarcraftLiveForever on GOG’s bundle, new purchasers can save $2.
To the GOG Community and gamers all over the world:
We’re deeply saddened to share the news that Warcraft: Orcs and Humans and Warcraft II will leave our store on December 13th, 2024.
At GOG, we believe that games should live forever. This means not only preserving them but… pic.twitter.com/bx5dIaNZ70— GOG.COM (@GOGcom) December 2, 2024
“We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Blizzard on these titles,” GOG said in a statement. “While the delisting is unfortunate, we assure you that every user who already owns these games on GOG will continue to benefit from our commitment and have access to versions that remain compatible with modern systems, preserving their experience for years to come.”
Warcraft 1 and Warcraft 2 were remastered last month and came with a bevy of new features. Warcraft 1 received revamped controls and user-interface adjustments, while Warcraft 2 still supports multiplayer and legacy-map compatibility.
