{
  "id": 3581945,
  "title": "I've played Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Remake, and I still can't believe we're getting 2 HoMMs in the same year",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/ive-played-heroes-of-might-and-magic-3-remake-and-i-still-cant",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-26T20:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/strategy/ive-played-heroes-of-might-and-magic-3-remake-and-i-still-cant-believe-were-getting-2-homms-in-the-same-year/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Remake has reignited interest in the beloved franchise after a ten-year hiatus. Earlier this year, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era entered early access, with full release slated for 2027. Now, both titles are set to release in the same year, with HoMM 3 Remake being the third version of the third game in the series. The remake boasts a new art style and additional tweaks, while retaining the essence of the original game. The remake features a compact campaign with quick progression, allowing players to quickly delve into multiplayer or enjoy a fun competitive experience. Key improvements include an ability to see enemy movement ranges, making it easier to anticipate potential threats. HoMM 3 Remake offers the classic gameplay of managing heroes, armies, and towns, while introducing new layers of strategic depth. The remake's art style, though more realistic, may lack the character and charm of the original, as seen in the more exaggerated monster designs. Despite this, fans of the series can look forward to two new entries in the franchise arriving simultaneously, fueling the excitement for tactics enthusiasts.",
  "summary": "Ubisoft is going all in on fantasy tactics.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 6,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "PC Gamer",
        "title": "Ubisoft forgot to make sure the Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 included the actual game",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/ubisoft-forgot-to-make-sure-the-steam-release-of-heroes-of-might",
        "published": "2026-08-26T05:24:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "XDA Developers",
        "title": "Heroes of Might and Magic III hits 'Mostly Negative' Steam reviews because Ubisoft forgot to add the game",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/heroes-of-might-and-magic-iii-hits-mostly-negative-steam-reviews",
        "published": "2026-08-26T06:14:59.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "IGN",
        "title": "Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake Preview: Hands-On with Ubisoft’s Reborn Strategy Classic - Gamescom 2026",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/heroes-of-might-and-magic-3-remake-preview-hands-on-with-ubisofts",
        "published": "2026-08-26T08:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Rock Paper Shotgun",
        "title": "I'm not a fan of Heroes of Might & Magic 3, but I can recognise that Ubisoft have done a faithful job of recreating the much-loved turn-based strategy RPG",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/im-not-a-fan-of-heroes-of-might-magic-3-but-i-can-recognise-that",
        "published": "2026-08-26T08:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechSpot",
        "title": "Gamescom 2026 brings new Rainbow Six, Metro, Witcher 3 and Heroes of Might & Magic reveals",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/gamescom-2026-brings-new-rainbow-six-metro-witcher-3-and-heroes-of",
        "published": "2026-08-26T12:03:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}