Very good and enjoyable game, it does not copy Heroes III, it goes it´s own way and i think that is good. Heroes had it´s own problems and i look forward to playing a game with a different mindset due to different gameplay.
Only minus = Pixel artwork is beautifull, but low poly i would like to see more pixels (more detailed models)
I believe that the magic system is way better than in HoMM 3. You don't learn them and pump your magic power to smack. Songs of conquest weaves magic greatly into the strategy of a fight and army composition. But some spells types could need some rebalance/improvement.
Not sure how to explain everything what I think but in total. I like HoMM3 and the Horn of the Abyss mod but this game has well though basic mechanics which open great potential for this game to thrive from!
However the AI is challenging, but you can see how unorganized (running back and forth on the spot) the enemy moves on the map which makes me actually win parties. Otherwise I would loose :D
Please revisit the menu flow during gaming. For example having a window open does not allow me to open another. First I have to close the current one. And also the flow of moving units inside the city menu is ok but could be better with less clicks.
Also the Mac Universal build is broken, after loading the splashes the screen stays black. The Intel build runs just fine but I would appreciate a well working Mac Universal build a lot.
I will review the game after release till then it is a 4/5 already! Keep going guys!