'Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era' (hereinafter HOMM: Olden Era) was officially released on Steam on the 30th (local time). It has already earned a 'Very Positive' status from the player base, with a 92% approval rating. It is being praised for successfully blending the identity of the classic series with a modern sensibility.

The game is set in a fantasy world and combines empire-building, turn-based combat, and RPG elements. Many users have described it as 'the best combination of the soul of HOMM3 and the strengths of HOMM 5.' In addition to modern quality-of-life improvements, a new 'Law' system has been introduced, allowing players to select unique economic and military effects for each faction, which has been well-received.

The increased depth of combat is also a highlight. Every unit has been given unique active/passive skills, and tactical options have been expanded, such as consuming a 'Focus' meter that builds up during battle to use special abilities. The charming visual and art style, as well as the background music featuring Paul Romero, are also receiving high praise.

Furthermore, developer Unfrozen has gained support for their active communication, such as improving battlefield size and UI readability issues pointed out during the demo phase. Their commitment to manual work by artists, while excluding generative AI, has also enhanced the game's authenticity. The optimization is stable, allowing it to run smoothly on handheld devices like the Steam Deck.

However, some complaints have been raised as co-op and team play modes are currently excluded, making it impossible to play against friends. Additionally, some UI elements are not intuitive, leading to occasional misclicks. The sharp difficulty spikes in certain campaigns and the balance of the new Hive faction have been identified as tasks to be addressed in the future.