Shuttered MOBA Heroes of Newerth Might Be Coming Back

Summary

• Following its 2022 closure, the developer of Heroes of Newerth has hinted at a possible 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 potential Heroes of Newerth return persists.

The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, shut down in 2022, may be poised for an unexpected return. While unconfirmed, the developer's renewed activity on Heroes of Newerth's social media platforms—dormant for over three years—suggests a potential 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 gained popularity in the late 2000s and early 2010s. However, Heroes of Newerth ultimately couldn't maintain its competitive edge, leading to its server closure. Recent developments, however, hint at a possible comeback.

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

PostsThe first clue suggesting a Heroes of Newerth revival stems from recent social media posts. The official Twitter account's last post before this recent activity was in December 2021, a farewell message announcing the game's closure. After a three-year hiatus, a "Happy NEW Year" post (with "NEW" capitalized) appeared on January 1st. Furthermore, the Heroes of Newerth website now features a subtle change: a silhouetted game logo with surrounding particles.

Heroes of Newerth's Social Media Activity Signals a Potential Return

This wasn't a singular event; it immediately captured players' attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many recalling fond memories of the game, while others cautiously expressed hope for a comeback, commenting with phrases like, "Don't give me hope." Further fueling speculation, a picture of a large cracking egg was posted on January 6th. This second post intensified excitement, sparking theories about its meaning. Some believe it hints at HoN heroes being integrated into Dota 2; others anticipate a mobile version.

The renewed social media activity surrounding Heroes of Newerth has undeniably generated significant player enthusiasm, demonstrating the enduring interest in the game. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the ongoing speculation proves accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth performs against current leading MOBAs.