Heroes of the Storm

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  1. 21grams
    Jun 3, 2015
    2
    Yet another blizzard's abysmally casual cash cow. It uses similar f2p model as Legue of legends, but f2p grind is at least twice as big as in LoL.

    Gameplay feels very slow, tho matches are way shorter than in top MOBA's like League and Dota. It feels almost clunky and unresponsive and for my taste, it's to much team play oriented which is bad in several ways: you feel less impactful,    Yet another blizzard's abysmally casual cash cow. It uses similar f2p model as Legue of legends, but f2p grind is at least twice as big as in LoL.

    Gameplay feels very slow, tho matches are way shorter than in top MOBA's like League and Dota. It feels almost clunky and unresponsive and for my taste, it's to much team play oriented which is bad in several ways: you feel less impactful, playing solo can be extremely frustrating (way more than in LoL or Dota) and shared experience is just plain stupid idea,

    Game has also several technical issues, like unstable fps with even significant drops, issues with reconnect after getting DC.

    Even games has sever different maps to play, witch different objectives it feels all games are the same, objective after objective - there's not much freedom and strategy involved, it's basically all about how well you cooperate with teammates, and falling behind is more common point of no return than in other MOBAs, because you can't carry weaker players and loosing few objectives gives enemy team insane power spike. One more thing, being heavily objective based game falls short on direct pvp (both duels and team fights), which takes most of this gaming genre's fun away.

    If you are not a big fan of blizzard and their lore or you are not super casual, you might have hard time enjoying this game. Tbh, I can't find anything really positive and good to say about this game.    … Expand
  2. BShaps
    Jun 3, 2015
    5
    HoTS is decent. I've played through several games, and I am left pretty unimpressed. I liked the idea of sharing xp among the team to prevent people from being selfish, but that's about where the good diffferences from other MOBAs end for me. The rest is just oversimplified to the point where it takes a lot of the thought and skill out of playing.
  3. Unlimion
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    Blizzard made their best to make this game "easy to enter, hard to master". And it's actually working.
    I was playing hots from the alfa-test and I can say that Blizzard 've done a big step ahead of their main MOBA rivals.
    Now it is only a matter of time to evolve the game and make it a moba masterpiece.
  4. velociraptirino
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    I played many MOBAS and i am even platinum ranked in League of Legends and i can easily say that this is the best game of this genre without any doubt.

    The simplicity is there but with a lot of strategical choices with talents, and the balance is amazing since items are not a factor. The maps are really fun and make use of teamwork like no other moba out there and each map can be dealt    I played many MOBAS and i am even platinum ranked in League of Legends and i can easily say that this is the best game of this genre without any doubt.

    The simplicity is there but with a lot of strategical choices with talents, and the balance is amazing since items are not a factor. The maps are really fun and make use of teamwork like no other moba out there and each map can be dealt with in a huge number of ways.

    The learning curve is low, because in 15 games you already played all maps enough to know what you should do, but the skill cap is very high and a new player is easily distinguished from a experienced one. The talent sistem is sublime and well crafted and it will make you consider every choice because every talent has a lot of impact on how your hero will work.

    However it also comes with its problems. The framerate is unstable even if you have an excelent computer and it wont simply stay at 60 the whole time much like Starcraft 2 which uses the same engine, this problem usually happens with vsync on which me and many others need to use to avoid screen tearing in our 60hz monitors. Also some people are toxic, you shouldnt expect anything less its the internet and this is a moba, although ill say is not half as toxic as the LoL or Dota2 comunity.

    Wraping it up, if you are into mobas this is the most fun you will have in 30 minutes, with a ton of heroes from blizzards carefully crafted universes, fun map objectives that will make you think out of the box and a lot of stuff to improve yourself on, this is not just blizzards trying to make an impact on this genre, this is blizzard showing once again why they are such a dominant name in the gaming world by creating another genre defining masterpiece that mixes their universes into one game that will make you go back to play it over and over again.    … Expand
  5. scafutto20
    Jun 3, 2015
    6
    Gameplay, graphics and audio are ok, but unfortunately the game lacks of strategy and fun as consequence. But Blizzard is in a good direction trying to make the game a little bit different from the other MOBAs.
  6. Fishersam
    Jun 3, 2015
    1
    Free to Play!!! As long as you have tons of money. I should have known... You start out with 0 heroes. There is a rotating group of free heroes that they bless you with. Other than that, you have to purchase each individual hero. I could understand if you had to buy skins and mounts. There isn't even a bundle that allows you to buy all current and future heroes. Blizzard should be ashamedFree to Play!!! As long as you have tons of money. I should have known... You start out with 0 heroes. There is a rotating group of free heroes that they bless you with. Other than that, you have to purchase each individual hero. I could understand if you had to buy skins and mounts. There isn't even a bundle that allows you to buy all current and future heroes. Blizzard should be ashamed of themselves for creating this moneygrab they call a game.… Expand
  7. The11thGlitch
    Jun 3, 2015
    0
    I entered in the closed beta and I STILL can't play a full game without my game dropping to 1fps halfway into the match, blaming it on "connection problems" when I'm playing in my region with decent internet. Also, it's the only game that does this. I can play Dota, League and HoN just fine but not this piece of **** Unplayable.
  8. ezay
    Jun 3, 2015
    8
    Lazy developpers ruined what could have been the best MOBA in a decade. Instead, we get a very solid and fun MOBA. Enjoy it. But never forget the developpers ignored every feedback from players to improve the game.
  9. amir-rater
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    heroes of the storm is very great MOBA game for its
    great game with great heroes and great musics
    heroes of the storm only needs more heroes from starcraft series
  10. Rtheom
    Jun 2, 2015
    7
    HoTS is a decent game that promotes teamwork very heavily. The "mini-game" objectives get a little tiring considering how heavily some players demand they be completed, but I wouldn't say they necessarily detract from the game.

    This really is like a version of LOL or DOTA for kids though. It's much more forgiving given that there are many ways to regenerate life and the skills have    HoTS is a decent game that promotes teamwork very heavily. The "mini-game" objectives get a little tiring considering how heavily some players demand they be completed, but I wouldn't say they necessarily detract from the game.

    This really is like a version of LOL or DOTA for kids though. It's much more forgiving given that there are many ways to regenerate life and the skills have fairly quick cooldowns for the most part, making a misfire unlikely to be a terminal mistake. Unfortunately, this also comes with the drawback that your characters don't ever really feel as unique to you as they do in other MOBAs. The talents really add very little to how the character ultimately plays and a lack of items means they will only ever fit a very specific role on the team.

    That said, there is a very nice variety to the skills the characters possess and they do give them a lot of unique feel between them. This ultimately makes for a nice variety of play styles that you can switch easily between.

    A big plus is the fact that, so far, the community is also much less toxic than other MOBAs. Maybe this is just because the game is still young, but typically your team remains silent just using pings rather than berating everyone on the team for bringing them down.

    TLDR: A fun game with good potential if they can keep it up, but it won't unseat the existing giants, much like nothing could ever unseat WOW as the prime MMO.    … Expand
  11. Jiffy41
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    I use to play a good amount of dota when it first came out on War3. I stopped playing mobas a few years back. I tried a few games of LoL and Dota2 but didn't feel like learn the heroes and all the items. Plus the games were long. I never thought i would get back into moba. When I tried heroes of the storm, it was easy to pick up and simply fun to play. Games are short and fast pace. TheI use to play a good amount of dota when it first came out on War3. I stopped playing mobas a few years back. I tried a few games of LoL and Dota2 but didn't feel like learn the heroes and all the items. Plus the games were long. I never thought i would get back into moba. When I tried heroes of the storm, it was easy to pick up and simply fun to play. Games are short and fast pace. The only down side to the game right now is that you run into someone who just gives up really early in the match. I hope as people get to the play the game more, they realize how it is possible to mount a comeback. The game is designed so a comeback is possible. Grab your friends try this game out, it will be worth it.

    The heroes are expensive in gold and real money but I don't really care. I'm going to play this game a few times a day and I'm in it for the long run.    … Expand
  12. Nral
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    I've been waiting for some Diablo vs StarCraft vs WarCraft game since 2001. And it's here! This is one of the greatest and funniest battle arena I have ever played. Talent system is awesome! Definitely beats the crap out of item system which ruins the entire late game balance. There are a lot of cool maps in the game. Map objectives are great. Blizzard's heroes are as legendary as everI've been waiting for some Diablo vs StarCraft vs WarCraft game since 2001. And it's here! This is one of the greatest and funniest battle arena I have ever played. Talent system is awesome! Definitely beats the crap out of item system which ruins the entire late game balance. There are a lot of cool maps in the game. Map objectives are great. Blizzard's heroes are as legendary as ever been.

    The only thing I want is more updates. Some models needs to be improved. My rating is 8.9/10.    … Expand
  13. faerons
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Really great moba for everyone who never played a moba before and also for the ones coming from big names like LoL and Dota! Diversity of heroes, great talent system and amazing maps. 10/10 would do
  14. arg
    Jun 2, 2015
    5
    The prices in the Blizzard shop are outrageous. $10 for a hero? Skins for up to $15? The Winter Veil bundle, which includes one hero, two skins, and a mount is $40? The ENTIRE GAME should cost $40 with all content unlocked. I refuse to be ripped off like this, so I've been playing to unlock heroes with gold and it's painfully slow. After 130 games I have 30k gold, enough for threeThe prices in the Blizzard shop are outrageous. $10 for a hero? Skins for up to $15? The Winter Veil bundle, which includes one hero, two skins, and a mount is $40? The ENTIRE GAME should cost $40 with all content unlocked. I refuse to be ripped off like this, so I've been playing to unlock heroes with gold and it's painfully slow. After 130 games I have 30k gold, enough for three heroes. That's over 30 hours of play time and I can unlock 3 of the 37 available heroes. If I could pay $40-50 to unlock all heroes, I'd give this game a 6/10.… Expand
  15. HearthTrolden
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    An insanely fun game! It's more casual than LoL/Dota, but it's a good thing because 15-20mins long games are not as stressful. If you want something with great, more casual (in a good way!) gameplay and lots of iconic Blizzard Heroes - this game is a way to go!
  16. FDK
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    I've had a moderate experience with MOBAs going way back to the WarCraft 3 days of DotA. While not disliking the genre, I've never been that hooked to any particular game. I've played a bit Dota 2 and done some games in LoL with some friends from time to time, yet I always felt there were problems with each game that stopped me from loving them.

    That being said, I have had a quite    I've had a moderate experience with MOBAs going way back to the WarCraft 3 days of DotA. While not disliking the genre, I've never been that hooked to any particular game. I've played a bit Dota 2 and done some games in LoL with some friends from time to time, yet I always felt there were problems with each game that stopped me from loving them.

    That being said, I have had a quite positive experience with Heroes of the Storm since I got into Alpha back in December. While it may be lacking a bit in some features and there are problems with things like matchmaking, the ladder system, and the reconnect-to-game system, there is no doubt to me that the game's core gameplay is plain solid.

    The variety of maps, the talent system, the focus on objectives, and shared team experience really make for a unique gameplay experience that differs from the rest of the genre, which to me is the main selling point for this game. It is a MOBA, but it is neither like Dota or LoL. The games are shorter, but has a lot of action. An average game can last 20 minutes, which makes it great to play in short spurts when you don't have a lot of time, and it is my favourite thing about the game. It's refreshing not having 1 hour matches after experiencing those in Dota and LoL, so to me this is a great boon to the HotS.

    The monetization system is very much like how League of Legends does it; selling Heroes, skins, and other cosmetic stuff. You can still play the game completely free by just completing the daily quests and get gold from levelling up your Heroes. You also get a decent choice of "free" Heroes every week that you can try out and see if you like them, so you will not be very short on Heroes. As for the ladder system, the main requirement is 10 Heroes to enter, but there are enough cheap Heroes in the game to be able to meet that requirement, so if you are eager to jump into the competitive scene, it will not need to take a very long time (unless you only get the most expensive ones).

    If you aren't a huge fan of other MOBAs, then perhaps Heroes of the Storm might change your mind about the genre. It may look like a very simple game, but there is more to it than meets the eye. There is skill involved and tactical gameplay and teamwork will be highly beneficial. Try the game out right now. After all, it's free! ^^    … Expand
  17. dsparil
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Let me start by saying I don't like MOBA's. Even from the SC mod and the DOTA mod. I don't mind them but just didn't find them fun... So when I got Beta to HOTS in January I was sceptical when I tried it, largely due to the LOL and DOTA2 fans biased views.

    Boy am I glad I tried it!! I wouldn't say its the best game since sliced bread but it is A LOT of fun! And to me that's the most    Let me start by saying I don't like MOBA's. Even from the SC mod and the DOTA mod. I don't mind them but just didn't find them fun... So when I got Beta to HOTS in January I was sceptical when I tried it, largely due to the LOL and DOTA2 fans biased views.

    Boy am I glad I tried it!! I wouldn't say its the best game since sliced bread but it is A LOT of fun! And to me that's the most important aspect.    … Expand
  18. c0okieM0N5T3R
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Heroes of the Storm (HotS) is a great game. Unfortunately the MOBA community will compare HotS to LoL or Dota, which clearly HotS isn't either. HotS is it's own game that should best be rated as such. HotS get's straight to the point disregarding individual customization and focusing on combat and team work. When HotS is played right, it's extremely rewarding. Plus you get to play as yourHeroes of the Storm (HotS) is a great game. Unfortunately the MOBA community will compare HotS to LoL or Dota, which clearly HotS isn't either. HotS is it's own game that should best be rated as such. HotS get's straight to the point disregarding individual customization and focusing on combat and team work. When HotS is played right, it's extremely rewarding. Plus you get to play as your favorite Blizzard character as a Hero. I would recommend HotS to the entire MOBA community.… Expand
  19. empleat
    Jun 2, 2015
    0
    It is even more stupid than lol + dota 2 together.
    There are no items, you only chooce 5 passive skill for the whole time.
    And that's all, don't even intall this game.
  20. Doowop
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Anyone who says this game is a baby version of LoL or Dota is just a butthurt cringe master. Do your research and/or play the game and you'll realize this game focuses more on team execution and character skill as opposed to who did more research on what items to buy and where to put your attributes. I find this game punishes kids with less skill due to its dependency on pure combat.
  21. LFiori
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    It's the first MOBA I play and I must say, I'm in love with this game. It's amazing, and fun, and you gotta love the way the heroes (and villains) of WoW, Diablo and Starcraft battle against each other. A must play for Blizzard fans!
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#16 Best PC Game of 2015
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 54 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 57
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  1. Ten Ton Hammer
    Nov 1, 2015
    90
    Heroes of the Storm is an exceptional game that’s thrown the cat amongst the pigeons in this rigid genre.
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  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 9, 2015
    90
    In Heroes of the Storm you play as one of Blizzard's iconic characters from Warcraft, Starcraft and Diablo. At first glance the game looks like a typical 5 vs 5 MOBA, but there are changes that differentiate it from its competitors. The matches are shorter, items have been replaced with talents and all maps have different side objectives. Overall, the changes have made the game more intense and varied. The main thing that I have issues with is the payment model. At first it seems fair and reasonable, but after a while you realize that you have to spend tons of money if you want to unlock all the characters or play the game for a long time. [Sept 2015]
  3. Games Master UK
    Aug 18, 2015
    86
    A welcoming avenue into a visually complex genre, with supreme production values. [Summer 2015, p.74]
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