Image: Kongor Studios, Garena
Yes, the beloved MOBA is back and it looks better than ever.
Kongor Studios and Garena have announced the return of Heroes of Newerth under its new title: Heroes of Newerth: Reborn, after a tease and a rumour dismissal. The game will launch as a free-to-play game on the iGames platform.
Initially released in 2010, Heroes of Newerth quickly became a classic in the MOBA genre, with players desiring a MOBA with better graphics that stayed true to its DOTA roots. The game set itself apart with its fast-paced gameplay. According to the press release received by GosuGamers, Heroes of Newerth: Reborn seeks to build upon that legacy with significant upgrades and an enhanced player experience.
Image: Kongor Studios and Garena
The game will have over 80 heroes available at launch and more planned to come in the future, promising to strike a balance between nostalgia and modern innovation. It also features improved performance, smoother gameplay, and a completely revamped user interface powered by the iGames Engine.
Jesse Hayes, co-founder of Kongor Studios and former S2 Games developer, said the game isn't just a relaunch, but a reimagining of what it can be in today's competitive gaming world:
"After years of community support and the dedication of a passionate fan base, we are beyond excited to bring Heroes of Newerth back to life. This isn’t just a relaunch but a reimagining what the game can be in today’s competitive gaming world. From the visuals to the network performance, we’ve worked hard to bring the best possible experience to both veteran players and newcomers."
Image: Kongor Studios and Garena
Nick Caras, also known as BreakyCPK, Director of Communications at Kongor Studios, noted that HoN has always held a special place in the hearts of players:
“Heroes of Newerth has always held a special place in the hearts of players, and with HoN: Reborn, we’ve kept what made the game unique while upgrading everything around it. Our partnership with Garena has been essential in making this a reality, and we can’t wait for players to jump back into Newerth with the improved iGames platform.”
Additionally, Jason Ng, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships of Garena, said that the collaboration ensures that the original game's spirit lives on while reaching a broader audience:
"We are excited to work with Kongor Studios to breathe new life into the franchise. This collaboration ensures that the original game’s spirit lives on while reaching a broader audience through modern improvements."
Image: Kongor Studios and Garena
The biggest gameplay change players might notice in Heroes of Newerth: Reborn is an all-new boss Phoenix on the map, an objective that is described as “challenging but rewarding.” New mechanics have been added to spice things up, such as ravens to assist with sight, and a lane-pushing Kongor. Besides the in-map mechanics, the game will also feature a new revamped audio and visuals, role queue, and 100-tick servers.
Heroes of Newerth: Reborn will be the inaugural title on the iGames platform. It will be supported by an iGames Genesis Campaign, where exclusive rewards will be given to the project supporters.
