To ensure compatibility, verify your software versions before starting: StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm v2.0.9. Emulator: StarFriend v1.54.

The typical operation of this package involved the following workflow:

: An emulator that allows players to host local servers for StarCraft II. It is essential for users who want to play with others on a Local Area Network (LAN) or without a persistent internet connection to Blizzard's servers.

: An emulator that bypasses the mandatory Battle.net login, allowing for true LAN play, which the retail game does not natively support.