Shuttered MOBA Heroes of Newerth Might Be Coming Back

Summary

• Following its 2022 closure, the developer of Heroes of Newerth hinted at a potential return via social media.
• Recent Twitter activity from the developer sparked fan speculation about a Heroes of Newerth revival.
• Significant player interest persists, with fans eagerly anticipating updates regarding a possible relaunch.

The classic MOBA, Heroes of Newerth, shut down in 2022, may be staging a comeback. 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, reigniting anticipation for this former League of Legends and Dota 2 rival.

Following the success of the Warcraft 3 mod Dota, numerous studios developed their own Dota-inspired games. The simple yet captivating concept of two teams vying to destroy each other's base quickly gained traction. League of Legends, Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, and Heroes of Newerth were prominent MOBAs in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Unfortunately, Heroes of Newerth ultimately couldn't maintain its competitive edge, leading to its server closure in 2022. However, recent developments hint at a possible resurgence.

My typical MOBA playstyle mirrors that of many MMO players: I gravitate towards a top/off-lane bruiser role. In League of Legends, Aatrox and Mordekaiser are favorites; in Dota 2, I usually choose Axe, Sven, or Tidehunter. If this role is unavailable, I'm adaptable, though I prefer ranged carry roles over mid or support.

PostsThe first clue hinting at a Heroes of Newerth revival emerged from 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 a "Happy NEW Year" message on January 1st (note the capitalized "NEW"). Furthermore, the Heroes of Newerth website subtly changed, now displaying a silhouetted game logo with surrounding particles.

Heroes of Newerth's Social Media Activity Suggests a Potential Comeback

While initially appearing isolated, this activity immediately captured players' attention. Many shared nostalgic memories of Heroes of Newerth, while others cautiously speculated about a return, expressing sentiments like, "Don't give me hope." Further fueling speculation, a second post—an image of a large cracking egg—appeared on January 6th. This sparked even more excitement and theories, ranging from HoN hero integration into Dota 2 to the development of a mobile version.

The renewed social media engagement surrounding Heroes of Newerth clearly demonstrates continued player interest. The developer's intentions remain unclear, but if the theories prove accurate, it will be fascinating to see how Heroes of Newerth fares against today's leading MOBA titles.