If you attempt to open a map and it only opens up with an empty green tileset, refer to this video for a very fast, simple fix - it's the same basic idea as the missing dependencies issue. Just click 'No' and try dragging the map back into the editor and it will open properly (this is a Blizzard issue). Upon using the 'Test Document' method, you may also get an editor error saying you're missing HotS and/or LotV dependencies. If you don't have a mod folder in this location, you can create on yourself. Usually, this is would be within Program Files - NOT the one in My Documents, as that is only where you account info is kept.
If a campaign has a mod file, it should always be moved to the Mods folder within your Starcraft 2 directory where you installed the game. If you are missing any of the folders above, then create them yourself, particularly the Maps and Mods folders within Starcraft II. C:\Program Files(x86)\Starcraft II\Maps\Crimson Moon\.A more practical example for EivindL's Crimson Moon campaign: Also, you may not have a Maps folder, but you can simply create one. C:\Program Files(x86)\Starcraft II\Maps\\Īgain, this may vary based on where you installed Starcraft 2.Generally, the path would look something like this: Refer to campaign project pages for this information, though here is an Installation Guide that should put you on the right track if you prefer following a video. Some campaigns utilize a mission launcher, which requires all maps and the launcher to be placed within a specific directory. Blizzard seems to slowly be easing some of these restrictions, but many campaigns remain 'offline' for now.Īt the most basic level, simply open up a map file within the SC2 Galaxy Editor and click the green Test Map button in the upper right. A small number are available on the Arcade, but most are not due to current file size and # of maps uploaded limitations.
#HOW TO OPEN WARCRAFT 2 MAP EDITOR HOW TO#
If you are new to custom campaigns, you may be unsure how to play them.