Disclaimer: Be sure to download files from trusted sources to avoid malware. The Evolution: 1.31 vs. Reforged

Because Patch 1.31 clients cannot connect to the modern, official Blizzard Battle.net servers, players utilize third-party server clients and local networks to enjoy multiplayer matches.

Download the compressed .zip or executable file containing the full client.

In Round Two, I need to open some of the most relevant and promising pages to gather detailed information. I will open result 0 from the "official installer" search, result 0 from the "patch changes" search, result 0 from the "Reforged vs 1.31" search, result 0 from the "custom games" search, result 0 from the "Hiveworkshop" search, result 6 from the "download" search, result 2 from the "download" search, result 0 from the "official installer" search, and result 1 from the "Hiveworkshop" search. Round Two opens have provided valuable information. The Blizzard forum thread mentions the PTR client 1.31. The Liquipedia page details patch 1.31.0 changes. The gram.pl article discusses the classic version. The Theramore Hero Defense map page is a custom map. The Hiveworkshop thread discusses playing multiple versions. The bytesin.com page is a patch download. The boss-free.mystrikingly.com page is a setup download. The Hiveworkshop archive page lists downloads. The "unreforged" thread mentions the download archive.

Because Battle.net will automatically force-update your game to the Reforged client, you must use specific "portable" or archive versions to stay on 1.31. 1. Obtain the Core Files

⚖️ Significant balance tweaks to heroes, items, and racial units.

: The update added compatibility for newer graphics APIs.