One of strategy gaming’s most beloved franchises is making a grand return. Hooded Horse has officially announced its partnership with Ubisoft and Unfrozen to publish Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, the long-awaited next entry in the iconic turn-based tactics series. The game is set to launch in Steam Early Access later this year, with anticipation already surging as it has over 600,000 wishlists, placing it in Steam’s Top 50 Most Wishlisted Upcoming Games.
🌍 A New Era Begins in the Untouched Lands of Jadame
Olden Era ventures into Jadame, a mysterious continent previously mentioned but never explored in the mainline Heroes series. This untamed world introduces new factions, creatures, and biomes, breathing fresh life into the franchise’s celebrated formula of fantasy warfare, hero development, and base building.
Developed by Unfrozen, the studio best known for the cult-hit Iratus: Lord of the Dead, Olden Era promises to blend classic mechanics with modern innovations and community-driven enhancements. Fans can already get a taste through released gameplay footage and deep dives into factions like Necropolis, Dungeon, and Sylvan.
🗨️ What the Teams Are Saying
“Heroes of Might and Magic is a legendary series, one that has a place in the hearts and childhoods of many gamers,” said Tim Bender, CEO of Hooded Horse. “We’re honored to be teaming up with Ubisoft and Unfrozen on this project.“
“Their passion for the franchise and strong connection with strategy communities make them the perfect complement to Unfrozen’s creative talent,” added Alain Corre, Chief Publishing Officer at Ubisoft. “Together, we’ll reignite Heroes of Might and Magic and bring players to exciting, unexplored realms.“
“We firmly believe that their expertise, combined with Ubisoft’s legacy, will allow us to make Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era truly successful,” said Denis Fedorov, CEO of Unfrozen. “Our goal is to deliver a game that delights existing fans while inviting new players to fall in love with the genre.“
🧭 A Franchise Legacy, Reimagined
The Heroes of Might and Magic franchise has long stood as a pillar in the world of turn-based strategy games. From its unforgettable pixel art in the 1990s to the cult-favorite Heroes III, the series continues to inspire both nostalgia and innovation. Olden Era appears poised to build on that legacy with strategic depth, expansive world-building, and a community-first development philosophy.
📅 Coming Soon to Steam Early Access
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era will launch on PC via Steam Early Access later in 2025. The development team has committed to ongoing community engagement, ensuring that fan feedback directly shapes the game’s future content and balance.
For updates, wishlist the game on Steam, and stay tuned for upcoming gameplay trailers, faction reveals, and developer insights.
