Tutorials are a powerful way to introduce new players.

That can work well, but it’s always recommended to make the setup process as streamlined and user-friendly as possible.

Alternatively, some games require the players to set up gameplay parameters after they load into the match.

This means you’ll likely want to set the default to what you consider your “core” game experience. This creates or joins a public lobby based on the default mode you defined for your game.

From the Game Info page, there’s a big “PLAY” button that most players will use to get into your game.

Examples include: a diagram of game controls, a simple guide map of the play area, and pictures of game elements in action.

Take it a step further and create customized images for Game Info.

At a minimum, you’ll want to provide a complete Description, easy to understand How-to-Play Instructions, and your best screenshots. This is where players learn about your game and see what it has to offer.

Edit Game Info through the StarCraft II Editor.

It’s the first thing players see, and a great opportunity to make a first impression on potential players.

Add an icon image through the StarCraft II Editor.

Game creators can re-save their game in the 1.5.0 StarCraft II client, and then select the Type and Genre where they want to their game to appear.

All pre-patch user-created games are defaulted to Arcade, under the “Other” genre.

Games published prior to Patch 1.5 are still available.

Game creators have a comprehensive menu of genres to choose from, and this means that players can more easily find the games they are looking for.

Game creators now define which basic type best fits their game: StarCraft II or Arcade.

For custom game creators specifically, there are several easy steps you can take to make the most of the new StarCraft II Arcade. With Patch 1.5.0, we’ve got many new features and functions for you to enjoy.

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