Summary
- Following its 2022 shutdown, the Heroes of Newerth developer has hinted at a possible return on social media.
- Recent social media posts have sparked fan speculation about a Heroes of Newerth revival.
- Significant player interest in a potential Heroes of Newerth return persists.
The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, unexpectedly closed its servers in 2022, but a surprising comeback might be on the horizon. While nothing is confirmed, recent activity on the game's social media accounts—dormant for over three years—suggests a potential announcement is brewing. This follows the trend of many studios creating Dota clones after the success of the Warcraft 3 mod, Dota. Games like League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth rose to prominence in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth couldn't maintain its competitive edge and ultimately shut down. However, recent developments hint at a possible resurgence.
My personal MOBA playstyle typically involves a bruiser role in the top or off-lane. In League of Legends, Aatrox and Mordekaiser are favorites, while in Dota 2, I gravitate towards Axe, Sven, or Tidehunter. If this role is unavailable, I'm flexible, though I prefer a ranged carry over mid or support.
The first clue hinting at a potential Heroes of Newerth return appeared on social media. The official Twitter account, silent since December 2021's shutdown announcement by developer Garena, recently posted "Happy NEW Year" on January 1st, with "NEW" capitalized. Furthermore, the Heroes of Newerth website now features a subtle change: a silhouetted game logo with surrounding particles.Heroes of Newerth's Recent Social Media Activity Hints at a Comeback
This wasn't a singular event; it immediately captured player attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many reminiscing about the game, while others cautiously expressed hope for a return, commenting with phrases like, "Don't give me hope." Adding fuel to the speculation, a subsequent January 6th post featured a large, cracking egg. This second post intensified the excitement, leading to various theories. Some believe HoN heroes could be integrated into Dota 2; others predict a mobile version.
The renewed social media activity surrounding Heroes of Newerth has undeniably thrilled players, demonstrating the game's enduring appeal. While the developer's intentions remain unclear, if the theories prove accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth competes with current top MOBA titles.
