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Games like Heroes of Might & Magic V

If Heroes of Might & Magic V is your kind of game, the closest matches are Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East, Might & Magic: Heroes VI and Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its beautiful graphics and music, writing quality is exceptional and challenging. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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Heroes of Might & Magic V is a turn-based fantasy strategy game released in 2008 by Nival and published by Ubisoft. Set in the Might & Magic universe, it tasks players with managing faction politics while building and commanding armies across expansive campaign maps. Tactical combat takes place on hex grids where positioning determines victory, and unit customization allows for strategic flexibility. Players describe the experience as challenging and nostalgic, with reviewers highlighting beautiful graphics and music. The game offers a long, demanding campaign designed for solo play. It currently holds an 85% positive rating from over 1,300 Steam reviews and is not supported on Steam Deck, available for $9.99.

About Heroes of Might & Magic V: Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.

2008Strategy9.99 USDMetacritic 77Windowsby Nival
Heroes of Might & Magic V — Steam game cover
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Beautiful graphics and musicWriting quality is exceptionalChallengingNostalgicFaction politicsTactical positioning matters

Players who liked Heroes of Might & Magic V also play

Steam players who put hours into Heroes of Might & Magic V also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters, faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Top pick for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    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.

    2008Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Might & Magic: Heroes VI

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Second-strongest match for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Heroes VI is a fast-paced epic story where Angels plot to end -- once and for all -- an unfinished war with their ancient rivals, the Faceless.

    2011StrategyRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Third-strongest match for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of...

    2008Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Etherlords II

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Ranked #4 for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.

    2014StrategyIndieAdventure4.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Might & Magic® Heroes® VII

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters, faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Ranked #5 for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!

    2015StrategyRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Chaos Reborn

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Ranked #6 for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Turn-based wizard combat with the tactical positioning of chess and the bluff of poker. Features wizard customization, 100s of gear items, single player realm adventures, online leagues and co-op play.

    2015StrategyIndieRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. The Banner Saga 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Ranked #7 for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.

    2016StrategyIndieRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. The Banner Saga

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Heroes of Might & Magic V fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

    2014StrategyIndieRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Heroes of Might & Magic V

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Tiny Civilization

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    This is a historical simulation game that promotes the development of civilization based on the match-3 Game. You'll need to gather resources, use skills, discover new technology, and lead humanbeing through a 10,000-year journey to the cosmos.

    2022Strategy1.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Songs of Conquest

    WHY THIS

    Shares unit customization, faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.

    2024StrategyAdventureRPG29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Age of Wonders III

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

    2014StrategyRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. King's Bounty: Crossworlds

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    King’s Bounty: Crossworlds is a standalone expansion that includes Armored Princess, two additional campaigns, and a world editor, expanding the classic King’s Bounty formula with new challenges and content.

    2010StrategyRPG14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Hero's Hour

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.

    2022StrategyRPG17.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Etrian Odyssey HD

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!

    2023AdventureRPG11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Dungeon Dungeon!

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Dungeon Dungeon! is a turn-based RPG featuring roguelike elements and unique combat system. Recruit companions, upgrade skills, collect loot. Become a dungeon adventurer and lead your party to conquer the dungeons!

    2024IndieRPG14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. King's Bounty: Dark Side

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Reviewers of Heroes of Might & Magic V cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Time has come to begin a Dark Journey to the other side of Teana and explore a mysterious region never before seen by royal bounty hunters. King’s Bounty: Dark Side lets you play as the villains in a full standalone campaign with new heroes, dark factions, and a fresh tactical perspective.

    2014StrategyRPG12.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Heroes of Might & Magic V at current Steam store prices.

  1. Cookie Clicker

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Plants vs. Zombies GOTY Edition

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Zombies are invading your home, and the only defense is your arsenal of plants! Armed with an alien nursery-worth of zombie-zapping plants like peashooters and cherry bombs, you'll need to think fast and plant faster to stop dozens of types of zombies dead in their tracks.

    2009Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Your Only Move Is HUSTLE

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Master your technique, execute flashy combos, and outsmart opponents across the world, frame-by-frame. Slow down the clock to fine-tune your fighting style in this innovative, turn-based combat simulator. Pulverize your friends and choreograph spectacular fight scenes. No training mode required.

    2023ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. STAR WARS™ Empire at War - Gold Pack

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?

    2010Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Nubby's Number Factory

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    A plinko-style roguelike where you work at a number factory. Launch your spherical friend, Nubby, down a pegboard to make bigger and bigger numbers! But beware, if you fail to meet your number quota, the sun will explode.

    2025Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Monster Train

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.

    2020Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Nodebuster

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Nodebuster is a short, experimental incremental game about busting nodes and destroying reality.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. ISLANDERS

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Heroes of Might & Magic V on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    ISLANDERS is a minimalist strategy game about building cities on colorful islands.

    2019StrategyIndieCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Looker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.

    2022IndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    ‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. NGU IDLE

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!

    2019IndieAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Nival

Other recommendable Steam games by Nival, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Blitzkrieg 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Blitzkrieg 3 is a WW2 RTS made for true admirers of strategic mastery! Challenge your tactical skills in historical campaigns and defeat powerful Neural Network AI in competitive matches.

    2017Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters, faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    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.

    2008Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Blitzkrieg Anthology

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    March into the real-time strategy legend, Blitzkrieg, and prepare for war. This legendary WWII RTS blends unprecedented realism and accuracy to form immersive 3D backgrounds and a game where brute force often takes a back seat to strategy and wits.

    2014Strategy4.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Blitzkrieg 2 Anthology

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Return to the bloody battlefields of World War II in this epic sequel. Blitzkrieg 2 returns you to the gritty realism of WWII battles while pushing your focus into new, strategic opportunities during global war!

    2014Strategy4.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Silent Storm Gold Edition

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Silent Storm from leading Russian developer Nival is a true 3D tactical turn-based Role-Playing-Game set against the backdrop of WWII. As the conflict rages on the frontlines, you’ll be leading a small multinational squad behind enemy lines to gather information and wreak havoc on your enemies while trying to thwart a mysterious new...

    2013ActionStrategyRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Prime World: Defenders

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Fight off hordes of monstrous mutants created from a strange cataclysmic event in the new tower defense game, Prime World: Defenders. Join a group of exile treasure hunters who have ventured into the capital of an ancient empire, vast with mystery and danger.

    2013StrategyIndieRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of...

    2008Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Etherlords II

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    Another title from Nival, the studio behind Heroes of Might & Magic V. Shares Strategy with Heroes of Might & Magic V.

    The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.

    2014StrategyIndieAdventure4.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Heroes of Might & Magic V

Does Heroes of Might & Magic V work on Steam Deck?
Heroes of Might & Magic V is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Heroes of Might & Magic V cost?
Heroes of Might & Magic V is listed on Steam at 9.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Heroes of Might & Magic V?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Heroes of Might & Magic V are Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East, Might & Magic: Heroes VI, Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate.
Who developed Heroes of Might & Magic V?
Heroes of Might & Magic V was developed by Nival and published by Ubisoft.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Heroes of Might & Magic V.

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