Warcraft: Orcs & Humans

Warcraft: Orcs & Humans – The classic that started it all.

Take command of either the noble Humans or the barbaric Orcs in Warcraft: Orcs & Humans — the game that kick-started Blizzard’s legendary Warcraft universe. Released in 1994, this is real-time strategy (RTS) in its purest form: build your base, gather resources, train an army, and crush your enemy.

It all takes place in the magical world of Azeroth, where war between the two races rages. The game is packed with fantasy atmosphere, moody music, engaging missions, and spellcasting — and while simpler than modern titles, it remains addictive and tactically challenging.


Gameplay and features

🏰 Choose your side — play as Humans or Orcs, each with unique buildings and units
⛏️ Gather resources — gold and lumber are essential to build your army
⚔️ Train troops and spellcasters — knights, wizards, ax-throwers, and warlocks
📜 Play through two campaigns with many missions
🧠 Think fast and strategically — everything happens in real time

The game also supported multiplayer over local networks, which was revolutionary at the time and laid the foundation for the strategy experiences we know today.

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Martin Jørgensen

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Reviewer’s rating with pros and cons, and user ratings

Warcraft: Orcs & Humans is a historically important game that’s still fun to play. Its simplicity, atmosphere, and strategy hold up—especially for fans of retro and fantasy.


Pros:

✅ The beginning of the Warcraft universe
✅ Two distinct races with unique playstyles
✅ Simple yet tactical gameplay
✅ Retro charm and strong atmosphere
✅ A great introduction to the RTS genre

Cons:

⚠️ Limited AI and pathfinding by modern standards
⚠️ Requires DOSBox or a similar emulator
⚠️ No official online multiplayer
⚠️ Not as polished as its sequels

User Rating