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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (2026)

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era cover
Developer
Unfrozen
Publisher
Hooded Horse
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.4 of 5, 21,101 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical blend of empire management and tactical battles where building armies and conquering maps feels deliberate and rewarding.

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What players say

Players praise the core gameplay as a return to classic Heroes form, but the single-player experience is widely criticized due to simple-minded AI and a lack of maps and content. The development is polarized, with reviews consistently noting updates focus on PvP balance over PvE features.

Screenshots

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