Heroes of Might and Magic V: Tribes of the East

Nival

Rank: #5 / 11
Released: 2007
Studio: Nival
Genre: turn-based strategy video game

At a glance

Heroes of Might and Magic V: Tribes of the East is a turn-based strategy game from Nival, set in the fantasy world of Ashan. It lets players take command of the Orc faction, recruit heroes, raise armies and manage cities while exploring and conquering. Battles call for tactics, skills and magic as heroes develop and a dark threat to the world unfolds. Creatures across the Heroes V universe receive alternative upgrades, bringing the total number of creatures in the Heroes of Might and Magic V line to over 170. New spells, artifacts and buildings expand the options, alongside Artifact Power Link, a combo-based feature, and Battle Rage, the Orcs’ racial ability. The game is single-player and supports Family Sharing. It is listed for Windows, with Ubisoft as publisher. Its release year is 2007, and its Steam release date is October 10, 2008.

Who it is for

It suits players who enjoy turn-based fantasy strategy built around hero development, armies and city management. Players interested in commanding the Orc faction can use its Battle Rage ability.

What is good

Play as the Orc faction
Alternative creature upgrades across the universe
Adds spells, artifacts and buildings
Single-player with Family Sharing

What to know first

Listed platform is Windows only
No multiplayer feature is listed

Verdict

Tribes of the East centers its strategy on heroes, armies and city management, with the Orc faction and new abilities among its additions. It is a single-player option for Windows.