The MOBA genre faces challenges, with giants like Dota 2 and League of Legends experiencing difficulties. Dota 2 is becoming increasingly regionalized, while League of Legends appears to be losing momentum. Against this backdrop, Garena's announcement of Heroes of Newerth's revival—a noteworthy MOBA from the early 2010s—is intriguing. Developed on a new engine, the trailer hints at a promising return.
However, several concerns arise. Firstly, reviving a decade-old live-service game in a declining genre presents significant hurdles. Player migration to newer platforms and gaming trends poses a considerable challenge.
Secondly, Garena's track record with game support and esports raises questions. Their claim of always believing in Heroes of Newerth's potential clashes with the game's initial closure.
Thirdly, the game's launch on the iGames platform, a partially crowdfunded platform, is noteworthy. The absence of a Steam release is a major concern, as Steam remains crucial for broad audience reach in the current gaming landscape.
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While Heroes of Newerth's revival could potentially find organic growth, significant doubts remain. The one positive is the projected one-year release timeframe.
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