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Heroes of Valor: The Spiritual Successor to Battlefield Heroes Enters Playtest
Looking for a bold new free-to-play shooter? Heroes of Valor, according to publisher Iceberg Interactive, positions itself as “the Battlefield Heroes you can actually play.” This catchy description immediately draws comparisons to the beloved, albeit defunct, Battlefield Heroes.
Drawing clear inspiration as a spiritual successor to the once-popular Battlefield Heroes, which shut down a decade ago, Heroes of Valor has launched a free playtest on Steam. The game is marked as “coming soon” to early access, allowing players to get a sneak peek.
Cartoonish WWII Combat
Set in a stylized World War 2 environment, this third-person shooter currently in development offers:
- Four distinct hero infantry classes, each with unique abilities.
- A variety of vehicles including tanks, planes, and motorcycles.
- Customizable battle parameters, such as time of day and diverse game modes.
- Intelligent bots that utilize strategic gameplay, including flanking maneuvers and aerial combat.
Developer Inspiration
Fancy Cat Interactive, the developers behind Heroes of Valor, stated their motivation stems from a desire for a Battlefield Heroes successor. After years of waiting for a similar title, they took matters into their own hands and decided to develop it themselves.
Join the Playtest on Steam
Interested players can find Heroes of Valor on Steam and apply to participate in the ongoing playtest. While an official early access launch date is yet to be announced, the developers anticipate approximately one year in early access to refine the game based on player feedback.
Nostalgia for Battlefield Heroes
Despite some underestimation of its lasting popularity, Battlefield Heroes clearly holds a special place for many gamers. The Steam forums for Heroes of Valor are already buzzing with excited comments from players eager for this spiritual successor. This highlights how free-to-play games can become integral parts of players’ everyday gaming lives, and it’s encouraging to see developers catering to this dedicated community.
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