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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2026

Should you play it?

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.

What works
  • Nostalgic gameplay
  • Engaging mechanics
  • Strong faction identities
  • Beautiful visuals
  • Frequent updates
Things to keep in mind
  • Ai needs improvement
  • Campaign story is weak
  • Some balance issues
  • Limited customization options
  • Cluttered maps

What to play next

Top picks

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expectation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fellowship, Status.

Why this game works

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Last update: 06/07/2026