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Heroes Of Might And Magic
''Heroes of Might and Magic'', known as ''Might & Magic Heroes'' since 2011, is a series of video games originally created and developed by Jon Van Caneghem through New World Computing. As part of the ''Might and Magic'' franchise, the series changed ownership when NWC was acquired by 3DO and again when 3DO closed down and sold the rights to Ubisoft. The games feature turn-based, fantasy-themed conflicts in which players control armies of mythical creatures. The series began in 1995 with the release of the first title. A seventh installment, '' Might & Magic Heroes VII'', was released on September 29, 2015. New World Computing closed after the production of ''Heroes of Might and Magic IV'', and since then the rights to the franchise have been owned by Ubisoft. Nival Interactive developed the first game in the series since the changeover, ''Heroes of Might and Magic V''. Black Hole Entertainment developed its sequel ''Might & Magic Heroes VI'', but Limbic Entertainment develope ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Turn-based Strategy
A turn-based strategy (TBS) game is a Strategy video game, strategy game (usually some type of wargaming, wargame, especially a wargaming#Unit or map scale, strategic-level wargame) where players take Time-keeping systems in games, turns when playing. This is distinguished from Real-time strategy, real-time strategy (RTS), in which all players play simultaneously. Examples Board games Many board games are turn based, such as chess, Reversi, Draughts, checkers, Hare games, and Go (game), Go, as well as many modern board games. Turn-based tactics Turn-based tactical game-play is characterized by the expectation of players to complete their tasks by using the combat forces provided to them, and usually by the provision of a realistic (or at least believable) representation of military tactics and operations. Tactical role-playing games are a part of this genre. Examples include ''Fire Emblem'', ''The Battle for Wesnoth'', ''Poxnora'', ''Silent Storm'', ''Steel Panthers, Steel Pan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Might And Magic
''Might and Magic'' is a series of role-playing video games from New World Computing, which in 1996 became a subsidiary of The 3DO Company. The original ''Might and Magic'' series ended with the closure of the 3DO Company. The rights to the ''Might and Magic'' name were purchased for US$1.3 million by Ubisoft, who "rebooted" the franchise with a new series with no apparent connection to the previous continuity, starting with the games ''Heroes of Might and Magic V'' and ''Dark Messiah of Might and Magic''. History Main series *'' Might and Magic Book One: The Secret of the Inner Sanctum'' (1986; Apple II, Mac, MS-DOS, Commodore 64, NES, MSX, PC-Engine CD-ROM²) *'' Might and Magic II: Gates to Another World'' (1988; Apple II, Amiga, MS-DOS, Commodore 64, Mac, Genesis, Super NES (Europe only), Super Famicom (Japan-only, different from the European Super NES version), MSX) *'' Might and Magic III: Isles of Terra'' (1991; MS-DOS, Mac, Amiga, Super NES, Genesis (prototype), S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
King's Bounty
''King's Bounty'' is a turn-based fantasy video game designed by Jon Van Caneghem and published by New World Computing in 1990. The game follows the player's character, a hero of King Maximus, appointed with the job of retrieving the Sceptre of Order from the forces of chaos, led by Arech Dragonbreath. ''King's Bounty'' is notably considered the forerunner of the ''Heroes of Might and Magic'' series of games. A Sega Genesis port was developed and released in North America on February 21, 1991, with a multitude of graphical changes. The gameplay was also modified to incorporate real time overworld exploration. In 2008, a spiritual sequel titled '' King's Bounty: The Legend'' was released. This was followed by additional sequels including '' King's Bounty: Armored Princess'', '' King's Bounty: Crossworlds'', '' King's Bounty: Warriors of the North'', and '' King's Bounty: Dark Side''. Gameplay The player leads the hero and his army across the four continents, acquiring up to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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''Heroes of Might and Magic'', known as ''Might & Magic Heroes'' since 2011, is a series of video games originally created and developed by Jon Van Caneghem through New World Computing. As part of the ''Might and Magic'' franchise, the series changed ownership when NWC was acquired by The 3DO Company, 3DO and again when 3DO closed down and sold the rights to Ubisoft. The games feature turn-based, fantasy-themed conflicts in which players control armies of Legendary creature, mythical creatures. The series began in 1995 with the release of the first title. A seventh installment, ''Might & Magic Heroes VII'', was released on September 29, 2015. New World Computing closed after the production of ''Heroes of Might and Magic IV'', and since then the rights to the franchise have been owned by Ubisoft. Nival Interactive developed the first game in the series since the changeover, ''Heroes of Might and Magic V''. Black Hole Entertainment developed its sequel ''Might & Magic Heroes VI'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heroes Of Might And Magic III
''Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Restoration of Erathia'' (commonly referred to as ''Heroes of Might & Magic 3'', or ''Heroes 3'', or abbreviated HoMM 3) is a turn-based strategy game developed by Jon Van Caneghem through New World Computing originally released for Microsoft Windows by The 3DO Company in 1999. Its ports to several computer and console systems followed in 1999–2000. It is the third installment of the ''Heroes of Might and Magic'' series. The game's story is first referenced throughout '' Might and Magic VI: The Mandate of Heaven'' and serves as a prequel to '' Might and Magic VII: For Blood and Honor''. The player can choose to play through seven different campaigns telling the story, or play in a scenario against computer or human opponents. ''Heroes III'' was released to universal acclaim and was praised by critics. The game received the expansion packs '' Heroes of Might and Magic III: Armageddon's Blade'' and '' Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Sha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |