Today, Ubisoft and Unfrozen announced Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, a new installment in the beloved strategy franchise. Next year, the Heroes of Might and Magic franchise will celebrate its 30th anniversary by releasing Olden Era in Early Access in the first half of 2025.

Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era is the new installment in the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Olden Era returns to the world of Enroth and the origins of the legendary saga, inviting both veterans and new players to go on a new strategic quest on Jadame, a mysterious continent in turmoil, never before explored in the main Heroes of Might & Magic series, with its unique factions, biomes and creatures.

Olden Era ushers in a new era for the Heroes of Might and Magic franchise, bringing players to explore a vibrant and living fantasy world full of wonders and dangers, build magnificent castles, raise massive armies and clash in epic and highly tactical battles of heroes and mythical creatures. Play solo with a new campaign, single maps and limitless randomly generated scenarios, or engage in battle of wits and magic with other players in various multiplayer modes offering a variety of gameplay, from quick Arena matches to the strategic depth of a single-hero mode or classic Skirmish. One of the main features coming during early access includes creative tools that will allow players to create their own Heroes of Might & Magic single maps and multiplayer templates.

In addition, all new combat mechanics including active abilities for heroes and creatures, and new faction-based perk system, the Faction Laws, bring uniqueness and diversity to playstyles. Players can look forward to uncovering six factions with returning favorites and brand-new creations, each with their unique playstyle, roster of creatures and heroes: Temple (The classic Knights), Necropolis (Undead and Vampires), Sylvan (The Forces of Nature and Fey Folks), Dungeon (Dark Elves and Underground Creatures), Hive (Insectoids corrupted by Demons), and another faction to be revealed at a later time.

“At Unfrozen, our passion for tactical RPGs runs deep, with the Heroes series holding a special place in our hearts. For many of us, Heroes was a defining game growing up, while for others, it’s an exciting new journey,” says Denis Fedorov, CEO and Founder.

“We’re incredibly proud to work on such an iconic franchise. With Olden Era, we’ve combined the core elements of classic Heroes with new ideas and modern technology, creating an experience that resonates with both long-time fans and newcomers alike,” says Leonid Parmenov, Game Director.

“The Heroes of Might and Magic games occupy a special place in the hearts of their fans, and we wanted to make sure the series comeback, after an almost ten-year hiatus, would be a celebration for the community. By giving the creative reins to the passionate team of fans and genre experts at Unfrozen studio, we are confident that Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era is going to be a worthy new installment in the almost 30-year-old legendary saga. We cannot wait for players to start playing the game at Early Access and build the best Heroes of Might and Magic game yet together with Unfrozen and the amazing community,” says Eric Damian-Vernet, Brand Director for the Might and Magic IP at Ubisoft.

Ubisoft, as the publisher, and Unfrozen, as the developer, chose to release the game in Early Access on Steam to work with the community and make the best game possible with players’ feedback. Unfrozen’s expertise with Early Access titles ensures a well-supported and evolving experience throughout development. During Early Access, players can expect a whole new Faction, new modes, new features, and many regular updates to arrive.

Returning to the world of Enroth, Olden Era not only brings back the beloved elements of the classic Heroes series but also reimagines them for a new generation, offering fresh adventures in a land that fans have long cherished.

To wishlist Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era on Steam, please visit: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3105440/Heroes_of_Might__Magic_Olden_Era.

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