Heroes of Might and Magic®

I can't add much that other reviews haven't already, but I will side with the (relatively) low-voted ones that state that this game is ROUGH. Almost all the elements that would make Heroes 3 what it is, are present, but in a very basic state. Different towns are there, but not many of them; the army size is severely limited with only 5 slots; heroes are there, but only a few of them. Magic (which is my least favorite aspect of HoMM games) is terribly unbalanced and you are almost forced to use it to win. I do recommend the game to collectors or people interested in game design and who want to see how the series evolved over time, but I also highly recommend using cheats to play through, or playing for a bit and then watching the rest online. It's pretty, but it's not friendly.

even though compared to the future titles it's really basic it's still really fun to play

There isnt really much to say here. As much as you can respect the series for the heights its has achieved, everything in this game is very outdated. The graphics, sound, gameplay, UI, controls, storytelling. Its all on a very basic level. Its not bad, it still works and is still functional, but unless you want to experience the mid 90s and see how the series started, there is no point in engaging with it when its vastly supperior successor HOMM 3 is available. As much as you can respect it for pushing the boundaries back in the day and laying the foundations for the series, its no longer a worthwhile time investment. Its a bit shocking how much of a leap the series will make with HOMM 3 just 3 years later. So unless you want to get it for the nostalgia / history factor, move on.

Anyone who thinks HOMM2 was the best of the series definitely needs to try this one, i believe HOMM2 is still the best of the series so far, but this is a nice refreshment to play aswell! definitely a must have for all HOMM classic fans!

I mainly played this for the historical reference of HOMM2/3 I played those two with my friend back in the day. I found this on a hell a good sale and picked up the whole series for 20 bucks or something (Thank you GoG.) Its a good playthrough and a bit tough if you don't know, or forgot how to play. Some units are absolute trash, while others are gods (almost litirally). Its all turn based so its great if you got kids or other responsibilitys. Music and SFX are great, no voice acting but you don't need it. Theres very slightly branching story (but thats REALLY streaching it) if you play as other lords. But for the most part, you will play nearly every map as a different lord, just in different starting positions. (Personally, I like Lord Slayer) If you find it on a sale, its a great buy.