Shuttered MOBA Heroes of Newerth Might Be Coming Back

Summary

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

The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, unexpectedly closed in 2022, may be poised for a comeback. While unconfirmed, the developer's renewed activity on Heroes of Newerth's social media channels—dormant for over three years—suggests a possible announcement is brewing. This follows the game's closure, announced in a December 2021 post.

The success of Dota, a Warcraft 3 mod, spurred numerous Dota clones. The core concept—two teams vying to destroy each other's base—quickly captivated gamers. League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth were prominent MOBAs of the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth couldn't maintain its competitive edge, leading to its 2022 server shutdown. However, recent developments hint at a possible resurgence.

Personally, in MOBAs, I favor the 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 that role is unavailable, I'm adaptable, preferring ranged carry over mid or support.

PostsThe first indication of a potential Heroes of Newerth revival came via a recent social media post. The official Twitter account's previous post, a closure announcement from developer Garena, dated back to December 2021. After a three-year hiatus, a "Happy NEW Year" message (with "NEW" capitalized) appeared on January 1st. Concurrently, subtle changes to the Heroes of Newerth website—a silhouetted logo with surrounding particles—further fueled speculation.

Heroes of Newerth's Resurfaced Social Media Activity Hints at a Comeback

This wasn't a singular event; it immediately grabbed players' attention. Nostalgia flooded in, with many recalling fond memories of Heroes of Newerth, while others expressed cautious optimism ("Don't give me hope"). On January 6th, a picture of a large cracking egg added to the intrigue, 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 excited players, demonstrating the enduring interest in the game. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the theories prove accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth fares against current top MOBAs.