I first played the game when I was 7, and never forgot it afterwards.
I went to my friend's house one day when I was 7 so he could show me this game. I had no idea what it was like. I remember when the game was loading up and I saw for the first time the terran, Zerg, and Protoss. My first thought was "Oh man this game is gonna be awesome!" little I knew that was an understatement. I remember the game appearing and seeing the zealots and dragoons awaiting our orders.
Well soon after I bought the game for myself. And I played it, and loved it. For the next 3 years. I got Broodwar, and that made me like it even better (eventually). I didn't play it for a long time. But then a year ago I rekindled my interest after I started talking with my new friends about it. I started playing without cheats and god mode. And it was like a new game all over again.
The game has 3 races, Terran (human), Protoss, and Zerg. Each is amazingly diverse in style, strategy, and look. This game is all about strategy, and the amount that it has after all these years is staggering.
This game is still played by professionals at world gaming events, and its something of a religion in South Korea. You would do well never to bash it if you ever happen to find yourself there.
There do exist flaws that show today (which is the only reason I didnt give it a 10). Micromanagement is key, especially since you can't select more than 12 units at a time. Also, there exist some more little things that are annoying enough to detract from gameplay (i.e.- units being utterly and glaringly USELESS) But these are not enough to bug you too much. This game is not noob-friendly as well. Beginners beware.
So check your bargain bin. Or Best Buy for that matter, you can find it almost anywhere. It still sells many copies a year, and it, along with the expansion pack Broodwar, make for an unforgettable gaming experience.