The MOBA genre is facing challenging times, with two of its giants, Dota 2 and League of Legends, encountering difficulties. Valve's Dota 2 appears to be becoming a niche product, particularly popular in Eastern Europe, while Riot Games struggles to rejuvenate League of Legends, which seems to be in its later stages. Amid this backdrop, Garena has announced the revival of Heroes of Newerth, a game that once rivaled these titans in the early 2010s but was later shut down. The game is being revamped on a new engine, and the trailer looks promising, sparking some excitement.
However, there are reasons to temper this enthusiasm. Firstly, Heroes of Newerth is a re-release of a live-service game from over a decade ago. The MOBA genre has lost some of its luster, and many players have shifted their attention to newer gaming trends and platforms. Secondly, Garena's track record in supporting projects and esports has often been questioned. If the company truly believed in the potential of Heroes of Newerth, why did it shut down in the first place? Lastly, the game is set to launch on the iGames platform, which relies partly on crowdfunding. This raises a critical question: why not Steam? In today's gaming landscape, reaching a broad audience without Valve's platform is a significant challenge.
All these factors suggest that Heroes of Newerth might remain a niche project with potential for organic growth, but there are substantial doubts. On a positive note, there is a clear timeline—the game is slated for release within a year.
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