Heroes of Newerth Revival Rumors Re-emerge

Heroes of Newerth: Is a Comeback Brewing?

Following its 2022 shutdown, the classic MOBA Heroes of Newerth is sparking renewed interest thanks to recent activity from its developer on social media. While nothing is official, the developer's re-engagement with the HoN social media presence after a three-year hiatus suggests a potential announcement is in the works.

The MOBA genre exploded after the success of the Warcraft 3 mod, Dota. The core gameplay – two teams battling for base destruction – quickly gained popularity. League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth emerged as leading titles in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth ultimately couldn't maintain its position and its servers went offline in 2022. However, recent events hint at a possible resurgence.

Personally, I gravitate towards the top/off-lane bruiser role in MOBAs, mirroring my preferences for champions like Aatrox and Mordekaiser in League of Legends, or Axe, Sven, and Tidehunter in Dota 2. If that role is unavailable, I'm adaptable, though I lean towards ranged carries over mid or support.

The first clue? A recent social media post. The official Twitter account, dormant since December 2021's shutdown announcement, resurfaced on January 1st with a "Happy NEW Year" message (note the capitalized "NEW"). Further fueling speculation, the Heroes of Newerth website now features an updated logo silhouette with animated particles.

Social Media Activity Sparks Comeback Rumors

This wasn't a lone occurrence. The renewed activity immediately captivated players, sparking nostalgia and fueling comeback hopes ("Don't give me hope," commented one player). A subsequent January 6th post—an image of a large cracking egg—intensified the excitement, leading to diverse theories. Some speculate about HoN heroes joining Dota 2; others predict a mobile version.

The developer's renewed social media engagement undeniably rekindled player enthusiasm, demonstrating the enduring appeal of Heroes of Newerth. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the current speculation proves correct, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth fares against today's top MOBAs.