Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective
Join in on an informative, exciting, and whimsical oversized full-color hardcover volume chronicling thirty years of the beloved fantasy strategy franchise, Heroes of Might and Magic!

When New World Computing released the original Heroes of Might and Magic in 1995, players were elated to take control of bold heroes who led vast armies composed of creatures from modest peasants to fearsome Black Dragons. In the decades that followed, the games have only become more ambitious, featuring thrilling narratives, unforgettable art, and iconic gameplay. Now, readers can learn the secrets behind the development of each main game in the definitive turn-based strategy series through never-before seen art, documentation, and interviews with key members of the creative teams.

The Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective takes fans of fantasy, turn-based strategy, and nostalgic gaming on an expansive expedition down the heroes’ path and beyond. Explore the storied history of one of gaming’s most fondly remembered series!
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Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective
Join in on an informative, exciting, and whimsical oversized full-color hardcover volume chronicling thirty years of the beloved fantasy strategy franchise, Heroes of Might and Magic!

When New World Computing released the original Heroes of Might and Magic in 1995, players were elated to take control of bold heroes who led vast armies composed of creatures from modest peasants to fearsome Black Dragons. In the decades that followed, the games have only become more ambitious, featuring thrilling narratives, unforgettable art, and iconic gameplay. Now, readers can learn the secrets behind the development of each main game in the definitive turn-based strategy series through never-before seen art, documentation, and interviews with key members of the creative teams.

The Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective takes fans of fantasy, turn-based strategy, and nostalgic gaming on an expansive expedition down the heroes’ path and beyond. Explore the storied history of one of gaming’s most fondly remembered series!
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Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective

Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective

by Neal Hallford
Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective

Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective

by Neal Hallford

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Join in on an informative, exciting, and whimsical oversized full-color hardcover volume chronicling thirty years of the beloved fantasy strategy franchise, Heroes of Might and Magic!

When New World Computing released the original Heroes of Might and Magic in 1995, players were elated to take control of bold heroes who led vast armies composed of creatures from modest peasants to fearsome Black Dragons. In the decades that followed, the games have only become more ambitious, featuring thrilling narratives, unforgettable art, and iconic gameplay. Now, readers can learn the secrets behind the development of each main game in the definitive turn-based strategy series through never-before seen art, documentation, and interviews with key members of the creative teams.

The Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective takes fans of fantasy, turn-based strategy, and nostalgic gaming on an expansive expedition down the heroes’ path and beyond. Explore the storied history of one of gaming’s most fondly remembered series!

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781506753669
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Publication date: 12/23/2025
Sold by: Penguin Random House Publisher Services
Format: eBook
Pages: 192

About the Author

Neal Hallford is an author and game designer who began his career at New World Computing with Might & Magic III: Isles of Terra. In 1993, he wrote and co-designed Betrayal at Krondor for Dynamix, and Dungeon Siege for Gas Powered Games in 2002. Hallford is the author of two other non-fiction books, Swords & Circuitry: A Designer’s Guide to Computer Role-Playing Games, and The Derailment of the Sunset Limited. He lives in San Diego, California with his wife Jana where they co-own and operate the film and media company Swords & Circuitry Studios.
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