Summary
- Following its 2022 closure, the Heroes of Newerth developer subtly hints at a potential game revival through renewed social media activity.
- Recent posts on the official Twitter account, dormant for over three years, spark widespread fan speculation about a Heroes of Newerth comeback.
- Significant player interest persists, with the community eagerly awaiting official announcements regarding the game's possible return.
The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, unexpectedly resurfaced from its 2022 shutdown. While no official confirmation exists, the developer's recent reactivation of the game's social media presence—after a three-year hiatus—has ignited speculation about a potential return. This activity follows the game's closure, leaving fans hopeful for an upcoming announcement.
The success of Dota, a Warcraft 3 mod, spurred the creation of numerous Dota clones. The core gameplay—two teams battling to destroy each other's base—quickly gained popularity. League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth emerged as leading MOBAs in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth ultimately couldn't maintain its competitive edge, leading to its server closure in 2022. However, recent events hint at a possible resurgence.
Personally, my MOBA playstyle leans towards aggressive top/off-lane bruisers, mirroring my MMO preferences. 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 carries over mid or support roles.
The first indication of a potential Heroes of Newerth revival stems from a recent social media post. The official Twitter account, previously inactive since December 2021 (when Garena announced the game's closure), posted a "Happy NEW Year" message on January 1st, notably capitalizing "NEW." Concurrently, the Heroes of Newerth website underwent subtle changes, now displaying a silhouetted game logo with animated particles.Heroes of Newerth's Social Media Activity Fuels Comeback Speculation
This wasn't a singular event; it quickly captured player attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many expressing hope for a return, while others cautiously commented, "Don't give me hope." Further fueling speculation, a second post—an image of a large cracking egg—appeared on January 6th. This sparked even more theories, ranging from HoN hero integration into Dota 2 to the development of a mobile version.
The renewed social media activity has undeniably rekindled player enthusiasm, demonstrating the enduring interest in Heroes of Newerth. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the ongoing speculation proves accurate, the game's potential re-entry into the competitive MOBA landscape will be fascinating to observe.
