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I’ve played Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Remake, and I still can’t believe we’re getting 2 HoMMs in the same year
Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake is a faithful modern rebuild of the 1999 turn-based strategy favourite, retaining its familiar gameplay while replacing its visuals with a full 3D presentation. The hands-on preview suggests it succeeds at recapturing the original’s compelling exploration, town-building and tactical battles, though its sharper, more colourful look may divide long-standing fans.
The remake includes both original expansions, Armageddon’s Blade and The Shadow of Death, alongside 4K visuals, dynamic lighting, weather and changing seasons. It is planned for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles in 2027; its arrival follows the 2026 early-access release of the new series entry, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era.
In short
- Heroes III is being rebuilt in 3D while preserving its classic strategy gameplay.
- The remake includes both original expansions and modern visual effects.
- It is due in 2027 after Olden Era’s 2026 launch.
Explained simply
Heroes of Might and Magic is a fantasy strategy game series in which players explore a map, build towns and lead armies. Its third instalment, released in 1999, is especially well known for combining exploration with turn-based battles, where each player takes a turn to move and fight.
The remake updates the game’s presentation while keeping its familiar style of play, and includes its two expansions: Armageddon’s Blade and The Shadow of Death. Its place in the series matters because another new instalment, Olden Era, is also due around the same period, giving returning fans and newcomers two different ways to engage with the series.