That in his time talked about Heroes of Might and Magic III

Heroes of Might and Magic III - a legendary game. It is difficult to find a gamer over 20 years old, who has never launched a third "Heroes", or at least heard of them. The strategy will forever remain in the memory of the gaming community: even after almost 20 years, thousands of people play it.

When the game was released in 1999, few people appreciate it less than 8 points out of 10. Almost all the reviews were laudatory, especially among domestic publications. Game Magazine. EXE set Game. EXE №3 (44) '1999 "Heroes 3" evaluation 4.5 of 5, noting shortcomings among only low complexity. A reviewer AG.ru did not find the game weaknesses and appreciatedReview of the game Heroes of Might and Magic 3: The Restoration of Erathia it 90 points out of 100.

Almost all the critics praised the strategy for replayability. According to the publication GameRevolutionHeroes of Might and Magic III ReviewIn the Heroes of Might and Magic III can be played indefinitely. This is because in the game a lot of content: a few dozen characters - each with their own unique set of characteristics, about 150 species of creatures, 8 types of locks and 7 single campaign, the passage of which requires several hours.

As noted by the critics, the third "Heroes" is not much different from the second. Basic mechanics remain the same, but in the third part of them was brought to perfection. GameRevolution He even offered to take the game as the «Heroes of Might and Magic II +». Many publications generally seen in strategy an enhanced version of King's Bounty - a game in 1990 from the same developer, which was a kind of forerunner of the "Heroes".

One of the main differences between the Heroes of Might and Magic III from the previous part has been improved graphics. Developers redraw all the models and animation of characters, backgrounds, and arts. Resolution was above 800 × 600 640 × 480 against.

Opinions of press about the changes were divided. Most, for example AG.ru, argued that the game has become more beautiful. However, for example, the publication GamespotHeroes of Might and Magic III Review It considered that the game began to look more serious due to the increased detail: the monsters are "more alarming" that could alienate someone. Gamespot critic also noted that the third part of the character models, "though lost its charm."

Some aspects of the gameplay Heroes of Might and Magic III also been criticized. So, the portal IGN scoldedHEROES OF MIGHT & MAGIC III game because of inventory items heroes do not transferred to the following campaign. And for the fact that the battlefield can not just run away - during the retreat heroes leave the player's army.

Selected publications called too superficial strategy and argued that it is not enough tactical depth. PC Zone magazine, for example, among the disadvantages listedPC Zone - Issue 076 (1999-05) "Weak strategic component" and "lack of role wagering."

Of course, after almost 20 years, almost all the disadvantages, noted journalists seem simple nagging. Why in the tactical role-playing strategy roleplaying? And surely more realistic models of monsters and the truth could scare someone?

In the end, history has placed everything in its place: Heroes of Might and Magic III has passed the test of time. In her still play about it is still remembered. And not only the old people - many young gamers also periodically run third "Heroes" to the abyss in them for a few hours. At New World Computing has turned one of the best strategies of the nineties and one of the most exciting turn-based games of all time.

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