Following the glimpse into the process of game design, the developers from Unfrozen answered the most frequently asked questions from the community in the new HoMM: Olden Era FAQ.
Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel. The events of the game take place on the planer of Enroth, with the classic gameplay based on the beloved mechanics of HoMM II-III. It is a full-fledged new installment in the series, coming to Early Access in the first half of 2025.
Ubisoft liked the idea of an Indie developed Heroes of Might & Magic game made by fans, with and for the fans, a good first step to relaunch the franchise. The development started in 2020, after the release of Iratus: Wrath of the Necromancer.
“The game is set on the continent of Jadame, threatened by a mysterious new demonic power. The rulers of Dungeon plot to form a defensive alliance with other factions, but it’s not easy, as everyone seems to hold a grudge against someone. Players will explore this non-linear campaign, making choices that shape the fate of the continent and its inhabitants.”
HoMM: Olden Era Early Access will feature six factions: Temple (Classic Knights), Necropolis (Undead and Vampires), Sylvan (Nature and Fey Folk), Dungeon (Dark Elves and Underground Creatures), Hive (Demonic Insectoids), and a sixth mysterious faction that will be revealed as you progress. The devs plan to expand the list in the future updates and DLC.
The game offers three singleplayer modes: Campaign, Randomly Generated Map and Skirmish. There are also three multiplayer modes:
- Classic Mode: Manage multiple heroes, upgrade your castle, and explore the map.
- One-Hero Mode: A challenging mode where you control a single hero, and their survival is crucial.
- Arena: Focuses on immediate combat where you draft a hero, upgrade them, and engage in battle.
