Summary

• Following its 2022 closure, the developer of Heroes of Newerth hinted at a possible resurgence on social media.
• A recent Twitter post from the developer 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 a surprising 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 closure. Recent developments, however, hint at a possible comeback.

My typical MOBA playstyle mirrors that of many MMO players: I favor a scrappy 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 this role is unavailable, I'm adaptable, though I prefer 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 last post, in December 2021, announced the game's permanent closure. After a three-year hiatus, the developer posted "Happy NEW Year" on January 1st (note the capitalized "NEW"). Furthermore, the Heroes of Newerth website underwent subtle changes, now displaying a silhouetted game logo with surrounding particles.

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

This wasn't a singular event; it quickly captured player attention. Nostalgia for Heroes of Newerth flooded in, alongside speculation about a potential return, with comments such as, "Don't give me hope." Further fueling the speculation, a second post appeared on January 6th—an image of a large, cracking egg. This intensified excitement, sparking theories ranging from HoN hero imports into Dota 2 to the development of a mobile version.

The renewed social media activity surrounding Heroes of Newerth has undeniably energized the player base, demonstrating the game's enduring appeal. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the ongoing theories prove accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth fares against today's top MOBA contenders.