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Life & fun · September 7, 2015

HTML5 version of StarCraft

HTML5 version of StarCraft launched on September 7, 2015 with 320 votes, #35 of 3,463 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.

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HTML5 version of StarCraft is a browser-based recreation of the classic real-time strategy game, built using web technologies. It allows players to experience the original StarCraft gameplay directly in their browser without requiring downloads or installations. The game is intended for strategy game fans and retro gaming enthusiasts who want to play the iconic title on modern systems. The project is open-source and available on GitHub, making it accessible to both players and developers interested in the codebase.

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