StarCraft is a military science fiction media franchise created by Chris Metzen and James Phinney and owned by Blizzard Entertainment, debuting with the video game StarCraft in 1998.
Overview
StarCraft is a military science fiction media franchise created by Chris Metzen and James Phinney and owned by Blizzard Entertainment. The series debuted with the video game StarCraft in 1998, which remains its foundational title within gaming.
Setting and Factions
Set at the beginning of the 26th century, the franchise centers on a galactic struggle for dominance among four species in the Koprulu Sector of the Milky Way galaxy: the adaptable and mobile Terrans, the ever-evolving insectoid Zerg, the powerful and enigmatic Protoss, and the godlike Xel'Naga creator race.
Franchise Extensions
Beyond the original game, StarCraft has grown to include a number of other games as well as eight novelizations, two Amazing Stories articles, a board game and other licensed merchandise such as collectible statues and toys.
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