Warcraft 3 Re-Reforged: Exodus of the Horde

[Priyam Mitra]

excellent

 

[DepRa]

Hello, everything went through again, I noticed changes, a little. Murloc priest model is cool . In the picture I have a Medivh bird hung here =D
I really look forward to the company of the undead.

 

[Nyctaeus]

I recently purchased Reforged exactly for this thing [and other RR campaigns] and I'm very not disappointed. I don't need or even want to play vanilla reforged campaign. This is way more polished and refined experience that comes with many things that Warcraft always lacked, and should be the very first thing that new warcraft players should go for. New cutscenes are lovely. As the lore-focused guy, I love the Codex, and in fact this is exactly what I want to implement in my own project as well. The only thing I'd add is more custom dialogues and voicework, that can be provided by ElevensLab. Human campaign is next in my queue.

 

[InsaneMonster]

I recently purchased Reforged exactly for this thing [and other RR campaigns] and I'm very not disappointed. I don't need or even want to play vanilla reforged campaign. This is way more polished and refined experience that comes with many things that Warcraft always lacked, and should be the very first thing that new warcraft players should go for. New cutscenes are lovely. As the lore-focused guy, I love the Codex, and in fact this is exactly what I want to implement in my own project as well. The only thing I'd add is more custom dialogues and voicework, that can be provided by ElevensLab. Human campaign is next in my queue.

The human campaign is still in the old format. You are not going to play the finalized version I can now provide thanks to the re-addition of custom campaigns.

Anyway, thank you!

 

[InsaneMonster]

Just released a small hotfix, doesn't require map version change.

Changelog (07/14/2023)

• Updated Mission 05 Epilogue (Beyond the Sea) [v2.0]:
  - Fixed an optimization issue causing attack waves to not start

 

[Ardenaso]

checked to confirm if it's indeed the highest rated map in Hive and it's true! congrats!!!

 

[envasion]

Finally prologue campaign that feels more like a game than a tutorial

 

[xamh]

Congrats

 

[Bogdanov89]

If anyone can please explain, can this be played with the classic mode graphics?

I love playing custom campaigns but i am not a fan of the HOTStorm-like graphics that Reforged mode graphics bring.

 

[BurnedSmackdown]

If anyone can please explain, can this be played with the classic mode graphics?

I love playing custom campaigns but i am not a fan of the HOTStorm-like graphics that Reforged mode graphics bring.

It only can be played in HD graphics

 

[HankHell69]

What the WC3 community wanted all along. Keep up the marvelous work.

 

[anzelayne]

HELP

Whenever I'm trying the custom campaign it says "this map has been saved by a more recent version of the editor. It may contain data which are not supported in this version. continue loading"

and then nothing happens whether i click yes or no

 

[Mr Ogre man]

HELP

Whenever I'm trying the custom campaign it says "this map has been saved by a more recent version of the editor. It may contain data which are not supported in this version. continue loading"

and then nothing happens whether i click yes or no

You'll have to download a legal copy of the game, it's for 15€ right now due to Black Friday

 

[anzelayne]

You'll have to download a legal copy of the game, it's for 15€ right now due to Black Friday

So the problem is due to uhh.. legality and not Quenching? I can run with hiccups on my uhh..less than legal version, its just with Quenching it won't work. If the uhh..legality checked version runs this with Quenching imma buy it asap, can anyone confirm?

 

[InsaneMonster]

So the problem is due to uhh.. legality and not Quenching? I can run with hiccups on my uhh..less than legal version, its just with Quenching it won't work. If the uhh..legality checked version runs this with Quenching imma buy it asap, can anyone confirm?

Quenching is not fully supported by the mod. But the request of using another version comes from the fact is was pirated more than on Quenching. My mod can work with Quenching, but you might have weird visual bugs or even errors in some imported files (like AIs).

 

[anzelayne]

Quenching is not fully supported by the mod. But the request of using another version comes from the fact is was pirated more than on Quenching. My mod can work with Quenching, but you might have weird visual bugs or even errors in some imported files (like AIs).

So i got a legal copy and as of yet first 3 chapters have run flawlessly with Quenching 2.3

Thank you for this amazing campaign, I hope to play a .w3n of the Human campaign too before the year ends.

 

[Mr Ogre man]

So i got a legal copy and as of yet first 3 chapters have run flawlessly with Quenching 2.3

Thank you for this amazing campaign, I hope to play a .w3n of the Human campaign too before the year ends.

Yeah, those lousy model artists need to get their shit together and finish the snowed buildings @InsaneMonster

 

[ZwiizzwiiZ]

Hi, i download and try the human part, wich is really great btw as for the prologue my game don't detect it, i check the faq but the only thing i see in my game file is that the prologue extension is W3N and the scourge of Lordaeron is W3X. I don't know if the problem come from that or if i did something wrong

 

[Mr Ogre man]

Hi, i download and try the human part, wich is really great btw as for the prologue my game don't detect it, i check the faq but the only thing i see in my game file is that the prologue extension is W3N and the scourge of Lordaeron is W3X. I don't know if the problem come from that or if i did something wrong

W3N is for custom campaigns, you have to download it to the campaigns folder (and have at least version 1.36)

 

[ZwiizzwiiZ]

Thanks for the answer, i already try this solution but the result was the same, i just put the prologue out the file i create for Re Reforged and it appears

 

[Oceus]

My quick review. I love the details of the cinematics and the rework behind the mission is really great. Except one thing that is present from mission 3 to 5.

Why is every road so narrow? It's just horrible to move with your units anywhere. I was struggling a lot of times just to loot items, I'm not even talking about fighting. It's especially frustrating when you are fighting ennemies that ask a quick reaction like the Kul'tiran spellcasters and Zar'jira, and Dagon. Don't get me wrong, nothing is that hard, but hugh, I was really bothered by this.

I think enlarging the maps should be a focus in the future to make things more smooth to play. Also, the escape part after killing Dagon is really unecessary, it adds just two minutes to the mission for now reason because there is like five weak mobs in the road.

 

[Arakan Shriek]

I am genuinely so impressed with how well this has been done. You took the bones of the (Demo) campaign that Blizzard had and added substance and story to it that was, admittedly, there before but in a less expanded format. The enhancements you've made to the maps, to the objectives, the progression of these quests and the way you deliver those story beats are to be absolutely applauded. If this is the bar that you've set for continued Re-Reforgings, then you'll be doing even better than what Blizzard should have done from the very beginning.

 

[Bitterman]

@InsaneMonster can we get Thrall Calling Grom instead of Hellscream using the original audio?

that shit is really cut out and edited in all of his dialogue

 

[InsaneMonster]

@InsaneMonster can we get Thrall Calling Grom instead of Hellscream using the original audio?

that shit is really cut out and edited in all of his dialogue

It was originally, but since the project is very famous, I prefer not to have any trouble. Blizzard changed it for a reason, not because they wanted to do extra weird work, so I prefer to be safe on that regard.

 

[Bitterman]

It was originally, but since the project is very famous, I prefer not to have any trouble. Blizzard changed it for a reason, not because they wanted to do extra weird work, so I prefer to be safe on that regard.

I really hope that Microsoft reverts this shit but i find it impossible at this rate and all i want is to see the company burn now.
Also, they only removed grom because of their hardon to make it relatable to Post WoD WoW, and the fact that this game as the RTS isn't even canon anymore after the shitton of retcons imposed by WoW post TBC and Stupid ass books and comic.

 

[InsaneMonster]

Behold, for this is probably going to be the last update (that is not a small bugfix or some adjustment to future patches)! This version adds polish localization plus a small amount of bug fixes and improvements!

Changelog (12/23/2023)

• Added polish localization, consisting in UI, texts and full voice acting
• Fixed some typos in french localization
• Fixed some typos in the english localization
• Magic damage is now added on all creeps where it makes sense to have it, including custom units (e.g. tome wraiths, etc)
• Improved some models, textures and animations (e.g. golems, ogre mounds)
• Added custom model to Scurvy Pirates and Phat Lewt
• Removed built-in crest from loading screens (now they are correctly applied by the game)
• Improved some AIs in all missions
• Optimized AI routines and removed their leaks
• Reworked checkpoints to avoid bugs and improve their spreading within the maps

 

[RobEllis]

What Reforged should have been.

 

[MorderiTor]

Yep, it's better than Blizzard campaign, great work, beautiful maps, well just perfect !
I also appreciate that I can play it in my father-langgue (Polish), One more time excellent work can't wait to see Human Campaign, also it would be great if you made some world editor tutorials

I wish you the best and thank you for the chance to play a real remaster of my childhood game.

 

[InsaneMonster]

Yep, it's better than Blizzard campaign, great work, beautiful maps, well just perfect !
I also appreciate that I can play it in my father-langgue (Polish), One more time excellent work can't wait to see Human Campaign, also it would be great if you made some world editor tutorials

I wish you the best and thank you for the chance to play a real remaster of my childhood game.

First of all, thanks! Then, there is the human campaign (but for now it's english only): Warcraft 3 Re-Reforged: The Scourge of Lordaeron and soon there will be first three missions of undead campaign.

I do lets dev on twitch where I develop the project live, if you are interested. You can find my twitch channel in the signature.

 

[CFEcruz]

is there anyway to zoom the camera all the way out

 

[hackojero]

Very good campaign so far, no bugs.

 

[Anserov]

Magnificent work has been done here. You know that horde campaing was just a small prologue. Well, this man remade it into something really bigger. 100% lore accurate, intersting side quests, fancy models, FINALLY NORMAL CUTSCENES and so much more. It feels not like a custom map by some fan, but like a true warcraft 3 reforged experience which we should have received from the blizard themselves.

 

[Scrungus]

Wonderful.

 

[MickCraft]

Captivating from start to finish - I went into this expecting cinematic and graphical reworks, what I found was so much more.

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In mission one, the rework of the opening cinematic was as good as I expected, but I was pleasantly surprised when I could opt out of the narrated tutorial that the prologue offers - as an RTS veteran, this narration and guidance takes away from the immersion so that was an excellent quality of life improvement. Through the mission you are presented with three brand new cinematics that are reworks of what were originally just dialogue sequences. Another great addition are the codex entries scattered across the map, as a lore fiend myself I enjoyed taking in additional background and world building elements.

In my first playthrough, I accidentally had the campaign set to "Story" difficulty, which seems to be what Warcraft 3 defaults custom campaigns to. Upon switching to hard, you encounter additional creep spawns which helps to render what was once a skippable mission into something much more.

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Mission two thankfully allows you to skip the base building tutorial as well, major win for veteran Warcraft 3 players! Another changeup that I was surprised by was the map was largely reworked from the original. The new layout felt more believable and Southshore was made to feel like a truly lived in town. There was also a nod to Jesse Morales in the graveyard, who was a Blizzard employee that is also honored in WoW in Southshore.

The cinematics are all reworked quite well, and the arrival of the Horde feels more believable and is presented as if some time has elapsed.

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These missions of the prologue have always had a special place in my heart because two decades ago it felt like not many people even knew about their existence as they had originally only been available in the Warcraft 3 demo.

This was the first mission where the map was completely reworked and no longer bore any resemblance (terrain layout wise) to the original mission. The combat with the Humans is much more in depth and you have an added goal of saving troll villages along the way.

The Human Kul Tirans have custom unit models and their replacement for the priest, the Hydromancer, is a force to be reckoned with.

The more troll villages you save here, the more you'll have access to in mission five.

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This mission opens up with something of a mini-game akin to the old StarCraft map "run zergling run" - although a bit more forgiving. This was an excellent break in the pacing and a fun start to the mission.

The map has a completely new layout from the original and is substantially more difficult. The mission ends in a boss battle that in some ways reminded me of a WoW raid. This was lots of fun and a great addition - although, Warcraft 3's pathing feels a bit clunky for the task at times (admittedly, I may have been spoiled on StarCraft 2's pathing over the years).

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Mission five is the most intense "survive for X time" RTS mission I have ever played - which is a good thing! In the original game I went for a total annihilation of the enemy. As far as I can tell in Re-Reforged, completely destroying the enemy would not be in the cards.

The opening onslaught alone has to be carefully executed and each gold and wood is important. The fight to the end will keep you on your toes and optimizing each grunt, spearman, and even peon to achieve victory.

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I would argue that Warcraft 3: Re-Reforged is the definitive way to play through the Warcraft 3 campaign in the modern age. I still appreciate, and at times prefer, the original graphics of the game - but there is no doubt that this modern cinematic rendering feels like Warcraft 3 has truly been reforged.

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UPDATE:
Cinematic comparison between Warcraft 3 Classic, Warcraft 3 Reforged, and Warcraft 3 Re-Reforged.

 

[qiVenny]

Just awesome
Fans got what they wanted, even if Blizzard would not do it.

 

[Mac2games]

Actually I'm just trying to reforge it for good...

Just played through the re-reforged prologue and am at a loss for words how awesome it was! Looking forward to playing the human and the act 1 of the undead campaign next. Bravo to you and your craftsmanship. If only you had a team, pay, and unlimited time. Would love to play through them all!

 

[InsaneMonster]

You really never stop updating! This version adds korean localization plus a small amount of bug fixes and improvements!

Changelog (04/15/2024)

• Added korean localization, consisting in UI, texts and full voice acting
• Fixed DNC reload on all maps
• Fixed some missing translated lines in polish and Italian
• Fixed some typos and grammar errors in english
• Added failsafe to cinematics in case of unexpected game overs
• Added checkpoint serialization (should prevent bugs in trigger queue due to checkpoint reload)
• Disabled all checkpoints by default (safety measure, checkpoints are not so safe to use in current version of Reforged, you can enable them if you wish)

• Updated Mission 01 (Chasing Vision) [v2.6]:
  • Fixed Medivh not correclty flying to end position after intro cinematic
  • Added small reward for destroying Ogre Mound
• Updated Mission 02 (Departures) [v2.5]:
  • Fixed a typo in the enemy AI script which was preventing it from working properly
  • Enlarged a bit some areas to enter houses for villagers in Southshore
• Updated Mission 03 (Riders on the Storm) [v2.2]:
  - Add Glyph of Ultravision at First Home as additional reward
• Updated Mission 04 (The Fires Down Below) [v2.1]:
  • Fixed a collision issue with a nasty column
  • Added summoned categorization to all lava spawns
  • Increased Tome Wraith creep level from 4 to 5
  • Added a bunch of visibility checks to make sure invisible wolf don't trigger weird stuff
  • Made the Spirit Shards invulnerable
  • Added custom icons for Predator Sense and a better one for the Orb of Spirits
  • Now the New Unit hint about Berserkers should be appropriately displayed as soon as you get one of them
  • Reduced a bit the HP of Dagon during the boss fight
• Updated Mission 05 (Contdown to Extinction) [v2.2]:
  • Adjusted a bit the position of the starting unit in base, to help deal with initial assault
  • Fixed wrong SFX on failed Taz'dingo quest
• Updated Mission 05 Epilogue (Beyond the Sea) [v2.1]:
  - Fixed (hopefully) a VFX issue on a grunt in the Epilogue

 

[Serena H.]

Best mod ever!!!

 

[xvarts]

Having just won the third level, I'll say Level 3 is punishing... having a techtree of Grunts, Demolishers, and Shamans against whatever weird tier two Kul-Tiras has was not my jam. I like most of the changes so far but do think the cinematics run long now to take more angles.

 

[galaxyz]

Bravo!

 

[Nody]

The typical hurrah:
Just absolutely the best kind of remastered content to enjoy, I mean the experience tweaks, the cosmetically different Kul'tirans, the absolute challenge on hard difficulty from just this campaign alone has gotten me so excited for the rest. The map design is just chefs kiss, with the type of detail and thematic presence that I hope to strive for on my own map projects. Hands down, the best experience and I hope it gets more recognition than it already has.

The "I'm bad at playing games" stuff:
I thought the sea witch at the very beginning of the last mission was a bit much, but the mission is still doable on hard so who am I to complain.

 

[tulee]

Thought I would add some notes I wrote down from when I played this campaign:

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Ch1
It was very cool to have the Frostwolf clan flag (guessing that is it) next to the horde one.
The codex is great, the part about pigs being polymorphed victims which could indicate dangerous (magic casters) nearby was really good writing.
The close-up camera scenes were really good, and using normal lines from unit speech to increase dialogue in these new cinematics was a great idea.
Stuff like making more Gnolls come out of the huts makes the map have more interaction events. It definitely makes it more interesting for the player.
The cinematics with the Ogre and Golem show how strong those creatures are compared to grunts in terms of size, which we normally miss when looking at the game from top to down in RTS mode.


Ch2
I like how map limit is set to just our base area - the human area is not relevant at the start.
Hotkeys are not qwerty?
The village cutscene makes it look more like a real village with the soldiers patrolling and the houses and civilians.
I like the burning guard tower in the background while Grom and Thrall talking.
Grom noticing the grunt walking towards them before Thrall does by turning his head first was a nice touch, since they wouldn't have both seen him at the same time (the Grunt who came to say the Horde was assembled)

Interlude
I liked the new cinematic, showing the boats in the storm with the peons hammering away.
Also showing the shipwreck afterwards was nice.
The Troll scenes were all really good.

Ch3
I really liked the AI sending waves at the villages, really good twist on the original map.
Glad to see the human hero teleported out-- never knew what happened to him when the Murlocs came to capture everyone.
The Murloc leader model looks awesome.


Ch4
The Snowsong part of mission was great and was a far better way of explaining how Thrall escaped.
Regular Murloc waves were a good idea.


Ch5
Good final push at the end, felt like the enemy forces really wanted to overwhelm me.
Having codexes in timed missions kind of sucks because I can't really search for them when I have a time limit base defense. Maybe having some kind of ping to show where they are or having them in my starting areas would help. Otherwise, people playing on harder difficulty will probably miss out unless they use cheats to find out where they are in advance.

Ending Cinematic Map
Great foreshadowing of the next campaign. I loved the acolytes trying to convert the villagers. That is a part of the wc3 storyline that we do not really see that much (the original corruption of Lordaeron, before the Undead started opening attacking everyone).


General points
I can definitely now see why everyone is really excited about this project. It is definitely the kind of thing that people originally wanted from Blizzard, and having you bring it to the community is pretty great of you. I feel embarrassed for originally thinking this was just another Blizzard campaign edit.

 

[Spiderking07]

Well made. Had a blast.

 

[omorio]

I have to register for making the first comment here.
This is one of the greatest game experiences after DotA.

Keep up the good work

 

[cry3ngine]

What Warcraft 3 should have been! Thank You!!!

 

[AnsinPls]

This is how the reforging should've been done. Amazing work.

 

[WhiteWolf539]

Unrelated but does anyone knows why Extended Camera View (vanilla game setting, not a mod) does not work on Custom Campaigns? Everything is so zoomed-in it's hard to micro/macro things.

 

[InsaneMonster]

Unrelated but does anyone knows why Extended Camera View (vanilla game setting, not a mod) does not work on Custom Campaigns? Everything is so zoomed-in it's hard to micro/macro things.

I constrained it. It would be problematic for off-camera elements otherwise.

 

[WhiteWolf539]

I constrained it. It would be problematic for off-camera elements otherwise.

Please don't. The zoomed-in camera view is really inconvenient and nauseating for people that are used to play with big camera view like me :'(

 

[Gecko13Zucr]

Feeling like a dumbass, can't seem to get the campaign to load into my WC3 install. Can someone give me a "For Dummies" how-to for adding the file into my game?

I re-installed WC3 TFT, downloaded the campaign file, moved it to Warcraft III\Save\Profile1\ with the other campaign files, then booted the game. didn't see it in my list of campaigns. I love the look of this and would like to give it a go, but I seem to be suffering from Blonde Brain tonight