Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
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For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is a strategy, turn-based strategy and fantasy game
developed by Nival
and published by Ubisoft.
Released on October 10th 2008 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, French, Italian, German and Spanish - Spain.
It has received 2,915 reviews of which 2,696 were positive and 219 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
Minimum:
- Supported OS: Windows 2000/XP/Vista only
- Processor: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon
- Memory: 1 GB
- Graphics: 128 MB DirectX 9.0c-compliant video card
- DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c or higher
- Sound: Direct X 9.0c compliant
- Hard Drive: 3 GB free hard disk space
- Multiplayer: 128 Kbps upstream broadband
- *Supported Video Cards at Time of Release: NVIDIA GeForce 4 Ti/FX/6/7/8 series (GeForce4 MX is NOT supported), ATI RADEON 8500/9/X series, Intel 915/945/965/3100
- Laptop versions of these chipsets may work but are not supported. These chipsets are currently the only ones that will run this game.
Originally released for Windows 7, the game can be played on Windows 10 and Windows 11 OS
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Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East serves as a robust expansion that builds meaningfully on the foundation of the original game, enriching both its content and gameplay mechanics. Unlike many expansions that require the base game, this installment is standalone, making it accessible to newcomers as well as long-time fans. One of its most notable additions is the introduction of the Stronghold faction, which brings a fresh dynamic to the gameplay with its emphasis on raw power and a rage mechanic that differentiates its units and heroes from the existing factions. This addition injects new strategic layers, giving players more diversity in how they approach battles and manage their armies. Beyond adding new factions, Tribes of the East also reimagines the upgrade paths of existing units, allowing players to choose between two distinct upgrade options for many creatures. This change enhances tactical decision-making and encourages experimentation with different army compositions. The Necromancy skill, a fan favorite, receives a substantial overhaul as well—Necropolis heroes can now raise a broader range of enemy units as undead, provided they have enough Dark Energy and the appropriate corpses, deepening the strategic possibilities for those who favor this playstyle. These refinements help keep the gameplay from becoming stale and encourage players to adapt their strategies depending on the situation. The expansion delivers three fully fleshed-out campaigns that continue the overarching story from previous titles, weaving in themes like the Orcish uprising, the political machinations of the Necropolis faction, and clashes with infernal forces. The narrative is further enriched by the inclusion of characters from other parts of the Might & Magic universe, providing unexpected twists and connections that will please lore enthusiasts. This attention to story ensures that players not only engage in tactical combat but also become invested in the world and its unfolding conflicts. Combat and tactical play receive several meaningful enhancements, including new spells, artifacts, and hero abilities. The introduction of mechanics such as combo-based Artifact Power Links and the Battle Rage ability unique to the Stronghold faction adds depth and variety to battles. These features reward players who experiment with different combinations and strategies, making combat more dynamic and less predictable. The refined user interface supports these additions by making spellcasting and ability management smoother, which helps maintain the flow of battle without overwhelming players. Visually, Tribes of the East maintains the polished art style and detailed environments fans appreciated in Heroes V. Units are well-designed and distinct, and the maps offer varied and immersive settings that complement the fantasy medieval theme. The overall presentation feels cohesive and continues to hold up well, ensuring the game remains visually appealing even years after its release. In summary, Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East stands out as a thoughtful and substantial expansion that not only broadens the game’s universe with new factions and campaigns but also refines existing mechanics to deepen strategic play. While it retains the core elements that made the original popular, its fresh content and improvements provide enough innovation to make it worthwhile for both veterans and new players seeking a rich, tactical experience within the beloved Might & Magic universe. Rating: 9/10
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for me heroes 3 were one of the first games, those indescribable emotions, a fairy tale embodied in the strategy genre, are always remembered very warmly, but heroes 5 are not far behind, when at a conscious age some things seem more understandable. In both games, I am not afraid to say, a lot of time was spent, a very good time
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Old, but gold. I played more of this than III as a kid because i liked the music and the art more. Pick it up, it was the last good HOMM game to come out.
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I played this game & series for years. It's fun. 'Looking forward to more releases soon!
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Might and Magic Heroes 5 isn’t just a game—it’s a time capsule. It’s a reminder of Saturday afternoons spent in front of a bulky monitor, sipping juice boxes, and dreaming of world domination (in a very PG way, of course). Revisiting it now is like reconnecting with an old friend: a little clunky, a little awkward, but still full of charm. The story? Yes, there’s a plot—something about demons, betrayal, and Queen Isabel making choices that would make even amateur strategists cringe—but let’s be real: it’s nothing special. Predictable twists, cardboard characters, and overwrought melodrama make it more “meh” than memorable. The soundtrack? Utterly unforgettable. Even now, hearing those soaring orchestral themes transports me back to long afternoons spent plotting my next move—or waiting impatiently for the AI to finish theirs. (kudos to paul romero) The gameplay? A delightful cocktail of resource hoarding, army-building, and tactical battles where your genius strategy usually boiled down to “send the big guys first and hope for the best.” Oh and dont forget Necropolis, by the mid to late game they will have thousands if not 10s of thousands of skeleton archers, hosting a skeleton apocalypse, and you wont be able to win againts it (atleast child me wasnt able to) Of course, the AI wasn’t exactly the sharpest sword in the armory. Enemy heroes would bumble around the map like tourists without a guide, all while you plotted their doom with precision. And yet, there was something charming about the way they’d occasionally pull off a move so baffling it almost felt like genius. So, go ahead—fire up Heroes 5, relive the magic and might of the game (pun intented), Enjoy the nostalgia trip. **Highly recommended to play with heroes 5.5 mod**
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Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East received 2,696 positive votes out of a total of 2,915 achieving a rating of 8.86.
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Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East was developed by Nival and published by Ubisoft.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is not playable on MacOS.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is not playable on Linux.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is a single-player game.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East does not currently offer any DLC.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East does not support Steam Remote Play.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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218
Developer
Nival
Publisher
Ubisoft
Release
10 Oct 2008
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