Heroes of Newerth: A Potential Resurgence

Summary

• Following its 2022 closure, the developer of Heroes of Newerth has hinted at a potential resurgence on social media.
• Recent Twitter activity from the developer has sparked fan speculation about a Heroes of Newerth revival.
• Significant player interest in a possible Heroes of Newerth return persists.

The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, unexpectedly shut down in 2022, may be poised for a comeback. While unconfirmed, the developer's renewed activity on Heroes of Newerth's social media platforms—dormant for over three years—suggests a possible announcement is brewing. This follows the trend of numerous Dota clones emerging after the success of the Warcraft 3 mod, Dota. Games like League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth dominated the MOBA landscape in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth couldn't maintain its competitive edge, leading to its closure. However, recent events hint at a potential return.

My typical MOBA playstyle mirrors that of many MMO players: I gravitate towards a bruiser role in the top or off-lane. In League of Legends, Aatrox and Mordekaiser are favorites; in Dota 2, I usually opt for Axe, Sven, or Tidehunter. If that role is unavailable, I'm adaptable, though I prefer ranged carry roles to mid or support.

PostsThe first indication of a possible Heroes of Newerth revival came via a recent social media post. The official Twitter account's previous post, from December 2021, announced the game's closure. After a three-year hiatus, the developer, Garena, posted "Happy NEW Year" (with "NEW" capitalized) on January 1st. Further fueling speculation, the Heroes of Newerth website now displays a silhouetted logo with surrounding particles.

Heroes of Newerth's Social Media Activity Suggests a Comeback

This wasn't a singular event; it immediately captured player attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many expressing hope for a return and others voicing cautious optimism ("Don't give me hope"). On January 6th, a second post—an image of a cracking egg—further intensified excitement. Speculation ranges from HoN hero integration into Dota 2 to the development of a mobile version.

The renewed social media activity surrounding Heroes of Newerth has undeniably invigorated the player base, demonstrating the enduring interest in the game. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the theories prove accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth fares against current top MOBAs.