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fheroes2: A recreation of Heroes of Might and Magic II game engine

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fheroes2 is a recreation of the Heroes of Might and Magic II game engine. This open-source project, written from scratch, aims to recreate the original game with significant upgrades in gameplay, graphics, logic, and user interface. The improved version offers high-resolution graphics, enhanced AI, various fixes, and user interface enhancements, bringing renewed life to a beloved turn-based strategy game.

All changes and improvements are documented on the project's page. To download and install fheroes2, follow the provided installation guide. Remember, the original game and its resources are copyrighted by The 3DO Company, which transferred the rights to Ubisoft. The project encourages purchasing the original game on GOG or Ubisoft Store platforms and offers a free demo version.

fheroes2 is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0. Anyone interested in contributing can find guidelines for building the project from source, collaborating on graphical assets, and assisting with translations. Donations are accepted via Patreon, PayPal, or Boosty, with all funds dedicated to the project's future development. Follow the project on social networks, including Facebook, VK, and Discord, for updates and discussions. The project's FAQ page addresses common questions.

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