MOBA Nostalgia: Heroes of Newerth Returns?

Summary

• Following its 2022 shutdown, the developer of Heroes of Newerth hinted at a potential return via social media.
• Recent Twitter activity from the developer sparked fan speculation about a Heroes of Newerth revival.
• Significant player interest in a Heroes of Newerth comeback persists, fueling anticipation for further updates.

The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, unexpectedly closed its servers in 2022, but a potential resurgence is brewing. While unconfirmed, the developer's recent social media activity—after a three-year hiatus—suggests a possible announcement is imminent. 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. However, Heroes of Newerth ultimately couldn't maintain its competitive edge.

My MOBA playstyle typically centers around 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 those roles are unavailable, I'm adaptable, though I prefer ranged carries over mid or support.

PostsThe first indication of a possible Heroes of Newerth return came via a recent social media post. The last post on the official Twitter account prior to this was December 2021, a farewell message announcing the game's closure. After a three-year silence, a "Happy NEW Year" message (with "NEW" capitalized) appeared on January 1st. Furthermore, the Heroes of Newerth website now displays an animated silhouette of the game's logo.

Heroes of Newerth's Resurfaced Social Media Activity Sparks Comeback Speculation

This wasn't a singular event; it immediately captured player attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many expressing hope for a return, while others voiced cautious optimism ("Don't give me hope"). Adding fuel to the fire, a subsequent January 6th post featured a large cracking egg, further intensifying speculation. Theories range from HoN hero integration into Dota 2 to the development of a mobile version.

The renewed social media activity has undeniably generated excitement, demonstrating the enduring interest in Heroes of Newerth. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the speculation proves accurate, the game's return will be a fascinating development in the competitive MOBA scene.