The wind screamed across the icy wastes of Northrend, but Arthas Menethil heard only the relentless whispering of the Lich King in his mind. He was no longer the golden prince of Lordaeron; he was a Death Knight, a vessel for an ancient, cold power that hungered for the world.

The voices merged. The prince and the jailer became one. As he sat upon the throne, the blizzard slowed, and a terrifying silence fell over the world. The king had returned, and a long, endless winter was about to begin.

If you are looking to experience this legendary story on your PC, here is how you can access the game today: Official Way to Play

If you have your original physical CD keys from 2003, you can often register them on your Battle.net account to gain access to the digital version. Many long-time fans prefer the Hive Workshop community for technical guides on running older versions for specific mods or custom maps.

: Both the original Reign of Chaos and The Frozen Throne campaigns.