Heroes of Might and Magic V

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  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: May 23, 2006
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 583 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 435 out of 583
  2. Mixed: 111 out of 583
  3. Negative: 37 out of 583
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  1. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    8
    Pretty good game. I did't finish that one. I liked 3D graphics. Interesting cities - nice animation and music during vising a given city
  2. Magical_Viktor
    Apr 30, 2023
    7
    Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»
  3. ZXSth
    Apr 9, 2023
    7
    An excellent game buried beneath some of the most disruptive technical issues I have ever experienced while playing a video game. While the technical issues could arguably be attributed to the hardware I was using (I played using an M1 Mac running Wineskin), I researched these issues before posting this review, and found that most of the following were relatively universal issues: AIAn excellent game buried beneath some of the most disruptive technical issues I have ever experienced while playing a video game. While the technical issues could arguably be attributed to the hardware I was using (I played using an M1 Mac running Wineskin), I researched these issues before posting this review, and found that most of the following were relatively universal issues: AI players take well over 1 minute to take their turn on larger maps; save files can become corrupted, resulting in entire games becoming unplayable; and the music will randomly switch quite abruptly for what seems like no reason at all.

    Heroes 5 is an excellent game - it has so much of what was great about Heroes 3, and truly is a lot of fun. However, you have to push through a lot of what seems like poor optimization by the developers in order to get to the enjoyable parts, and not everyone will be able to stomach the kinds of issues that were almost completely absent from prior games in the series.    … Expand
  4. Nick7000
    Feb 8, 2023
    8
    Весьма неплохая заявка на продолжение серии. Вполне удачный баланс между откатом к третьей части и нововведениями. Играется приятно.
  5. wojtulace1
    Jan 30, 2023
    5
    Graphic has aged very badly. Map is still unclear and annoying unlike map in Heroes III where everything is perfectly visible.
  6. Giero
    Jan 4, 2023
    7
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  7. mega98
    Dec 22, 2022
    0
    One of the best tactical games I have ever played. 10 out of 10, very addictive
  8. Marube
    Oct 12, 2022
    10
    Best game in the series in my opinion. Timeless artwork, interesting gameplay on the map and in combat, well-balanced and diverse factions, compared to the third game in the series. Campaign is fun and multiplayer is great. If you like any turn-based strategy games you should give it a try.
  9. dr-kenobi
    Sep 7, 2022
    7
    Деякі непогані ідеї, але оверол 5-ка лишається в тіні 3-ї, як і всі решта майбутніх спроб.
  10. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    8
    Это было очень давно и очень хорошо очень весело и мы сидим такие играем дааа было время а вы что всё стреляете ?
  11. TimewillFly
    Jan 31, 2022
    10
    My absolute favorite Heroes of Might and Magic game, best castle designs, best creature designs, combat is solid and fun. Very good game!
  12. TheBasicReviews
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    Story: 80/100
    Gameplay: 100/100
    Graphics: 90/100
    Music/Soundtrack: 100/100
    Main Character(s): 80/100
    Side Characters: 60/100
    Regular Enemies: 100/100
    Bosses/Boss fights: 100/100
    World/Level Design: 90/100
    Playability (Bugs and optimization after patches): 90/100
    Would I Play It Again?: Yes
    Where Does It Rank In My Top 500 Video Games of All Time List?: 19

    Rating: 90/100
  13. Witcher22
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    I know that many people like Heroes 3, but for me Heroes 5 is a game of my childhood that I have tried many times. Excellent and interesting plot, cool fights between heroes and simple creatures, generally 10/10
    In my opinion, the best game of the series.
  14. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    8
    good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good hmm 5
  15. FRIST_008
    Jun 14, 2021
    8
    Это отличная колборация 3 и 4 части героев с хорошей боевой системой, которая заменила мне 4-ку.
  16. Estro
    May 29, 2021
    8
    although this used to be my fave from the series over the years it just began feeling buggy and slow but other than that it's so f-ing good! the base game has it's charm but the second expansion is what makes it that good
  17. RainyMood90
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Been passionate for this game when it was released in 2006 and it gave me much joy. Recently I began following homm3 streamers and I couldnt help but notice how much more complex and dynamic the combat system was in homm5 (as people love to compare these two titles).

    On a well balanced custom made map (maps in the vanilla are ok for casual players) this game truly shines. The skill tree    Been passionate for this game when it was released in 2006 and it gave me much joy. Recently I began following homm3 streamers and I couldnt help but notice how much more complex and dynamic the combat system was in homm5 (as people love to compare these two titles).

    On a well balanced custom made map (maps in the vanilla are ok for casual players) this game truly shines. The skill tree depth along the interesting unit abilities are superb and allow hours and hours of replayability.

    The expansions made it even better. The dwarves and their runic system allowed a very rewarding gameplay.    … Expand
  18. Cz3rw0ny
    Apr 5, 2021
    7
    Lot's of fun, when playing this game in 2006 with friends in hot-seats mode.
  19. 18Xq8Rtutehc
    Mar 29, 2021
    8
    I have played this game so many times since its launch, and the DLC too. I consider this one of the best strategy games of all time, and the last good one of the franchise. It improves on every mechanic that came before, as well as having great artwork and great balancing. The AI lacks a bit.
  20. thebeeomm
    Dec 22, 2020
    0
    Game is full of game-breaking bugs that especially impact your campaign. Enemy turn take way too long and game doesn't even work when not focused on. Campaign are also an imbalanced mess and you are either stomping and having no fun or having to skip turns to dodge the extra beefed up enemy heroes( very fun gameplay considering the long enemy turns). Cinematics are extra cringe and if uGame is full of game-breaking bugs that especially impact your campaign. Enemy turn take way too long and game doesn't even work when not focused on. Campaign are also an imbalanced mess and you are either stomping and having no fun or having to skip turns to dodge the extra beefed up enemy heroes( very fun gameplay considering the long enemy turns). Cinematics are extra cringe and if u want the game for that just watch them online. Hard pass from me, not even worth pirating, just stick to heroes3.… Expand
  21. ElleryHQ
    Dec 20, 2020
    8
    В аудио-визуальном стиле нравится меньше, чем третья. Но в геймплейном плане лучшая часть серии. К сожалению дополнения понесло в другую степь.
  22. MPGSpotter
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    The best HoMM game, and the last good game in the series. I've enjoyed 5 far more than 3 or 4. Also has incredible soundtrack that brings a nostalgic tear to my eye and an artstyle that still hold up well in 2020. Simple but incredibly addictive gameplay, to the point where I want to jump back into a new match right after I finished a 5-hour LAN party. All around a much more fun andThe best HoMM game, and the last good game in the series. I've enjoyed 5 far more than 3 or 4. Also has incredible soundtrack that brings a nostalgic tear to my eye and an artstyle that still hold up well in 2020. Simple but incredibly addictive gameplay, to the point where I want to jump back into a new match right after I finished a 5-hour LAN party. All around a much more fun and memorable game than any other in the series. 5.5 mod makes it even better, in addition to still having a friendly and active community.… Expand
  23. Kamazoh
    Oct 11, 2020
    10
    This was one of the best games I have ever played.
    New awesome animations, interesting plot, the sense of epic events and brilliant skills tree made this game so remarkable that I still look for something similar to it.
  24. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    Great graphics and design. I always enjoyed Heroes V, and find myself liking it the best in the franchise.
  25. zzz_DeV1L_zzz
    Jun 9, 2020
    9
    A good start HEROES OF MIGHT AND MAGIC V. I went through the plot about 10 times, probably the best plot from the trilogy. But still 9, since the gameplay was worse than in the following parts of the trilogy.
  26. bancandrei
    May 12, 2020
    8
    Some great ideas mixed with some bad implementation. Long waiting time for end turn, abandoning hex grid and somehow a slower flow make it still inferior to Heroes 3. Heroes 5.5 mod is a very good addition, but by changing the hero classes and ultimate skills it is somehow less attractive (but more balanced)
  27. DigaHole
    Apr 8, 2020
    8
    OST, Campaign, variety, overworld and much more is on point. I have nothing but good memories.
  28. laertan
    Feb 6, 2020
    8
    Almost as good as heroes 3. Battles are great, design of the castles is awesome, music is good, plot is a little straightforward, but decent nevertheless. Unlike other tries to continue original trilogy, this one didn't break all by careless innovating. Enjoyed it a lot!
  29. BlizzardFan1
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Очень люблю эту игру!
    У неё отличная атмосфера, прекрасная музыка, хороший визуал.
    Очень хочется ремейк этой красоты!
  30. LunarCaustic
    Dec 17, 2019
    9
    Solid gameplay, absolutely gorgeous music, the plot is interesting but the writing is mostly bad.
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Awards & Rankings

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#63 Best PC Game of 2006
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#17 Most Discussed PC Game of 2006
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#19 Most Shared PC Game of 2006

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. ActionTrip
    85
    You simply have to have the willingness to learn and give this game a chance. If you do this, you will be rewarded with an amazing strategy experience.
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  2. Yahoo!
    70
    The biggest failing of Heroes V, which you can almost anticipate from its emphasis on looking so good, is that it's stingy with information.
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  3. GameSpot
    82
    Skeptical Heroes fans, as well as anyone looking for a fun, long-lasting turn-based strategy game, will likely be pleasantly surprised by this one.
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