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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : i3, Ryzen 3 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Dedicated: with 4 GB VRAM or a modern AMD integrated GPU Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD recommended.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : i5, Ryzen 5 (Intel 10th+ gen or Ryzen 5000+ series recommended) Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 2060 / RX 5600 XT Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 8 GB graphics recommended for 4K. SSD recommended.

Heroes of Science and Fiction

Niche cult favorite
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Released March 17, 2026
sample: 341 reviews posted after launch (163 AI-classified)
83/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 892 reviews (« Very Positive »)
29,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A significant portion of players have already sunk over 25 hours into Heroes of Science and Fiction, with 168 players reaching this milestone, and it's this level of engagement that underscores the game's addictive nature. The game's reception supports this, with 90% of reviews being positive, and the post-release reception maintaining a strong 85% positive rate. As players delve deeper, the game's engaging gameplay and immersive story are key factors in its appeal.

What it's about: Un jeu de stratégie au tour par tour qui associe exploration d'un monde de SF et combats haletants. Contrôlez plusieurs espèces différentes, levez de puissantes armées et écrasez vos adversaires !

In-game

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« Familiar enough to feel comfortable playing it. New enough to feel fresh and intesting. »
👍 anonymous review · 68 h played111
« It is fun if you like HoMM. And please remember to LOCK your FPS to 60 in the settings. Your PC fan will appreciate that. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« Excellent jeu dans le style de HOMM. Si vous aimez les univers cyberpunk / tech / space, c’est tout bon, je m’amuse bien. Les unités sont sympas, le style graphique est réussi, la stratégie est bien pensée et les musiques sont vraiment top. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« If you are nostalgic of Heroes of Might and Magic III (3) buy this game NOW!!! Very good game really have this HOMM III soul, small negative point it is little too easy for me (even of hard). »
👍 anonymous review · 76 h played
« Un Heroes like très original et bien construit. Un régal à jouer! »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Excellent, la campagne est prenante et agréable. Seul bémol les graphismes, mais les gouts et les couleurs ... »
👍 anonymous review · 31 h played
« Games crashes on a never-crashing PC both on both Windows and Linux. If developers don't fix their bugs, they do not deserve my money. It's a hard decision because this game seemed to have potential... ...but let's refund it. Sorry lads! »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Steam Deck's claim of full compatibility is inaccurate. The interface text is difficult to read. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Too difficult for my little monkey brain. 3 times I couldn't beat the second mission of the first campaign. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Is it ok? Sure. If you ever played any HOMM version, this is more of the same. Nothing special. Would not ask anyone to sink hours into this. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Act 3 Episode 4 - Find A red Key to escape enormous map bombardment. cant find red key. cant get past level. »
👎 anonymous review · 68 h played
« Heroes 3 in Space. It's got heart, and it makes a point, while also just being fun to play. Very recommended. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played

In players' words

« Familiar enough to feel comfortable playing it. New enough to feel fresh and intesting. »
👍 anonymous review · 68 h played111
« Games crashes on a never-crashing PC both on both Windows and Linux. If developers don't fix their bugs, they do not deserve my money. It's a hard decision because this game seemed to have potential... ...but let's refund it. Sorry lads! »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« It is fun if you like HoMM. And please remember to LOCK your FPS to 60 in the settings. Your PC fan will appreciate that. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played1
« Steam Deck's claim of full compatibility is inaccurate. The interface text is difficult to read. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Excellent jeu dans le style de HOMM. Si vous aimez les univers cyberpunk / tech / space, c’est tout bon, je m’amuse bien. Les unités sont sympas, le style graphique est réussi, la stratégie est bien pensée et les musiques sont vraiment top. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played
« Too difficult for my little monkey brain. 3 times I couldn't beat the second mission of the first campaign. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« If you are nostalgic of Heroes of Might and Magic III (3) buy this game NOW!!! Very good game really have this HOMM III soul, small negative point it is little too easy for me (even of hard). »
👍 anonymous review · 76 h played
« Is it ok? Sure. If you ever played any HOMM version, this is more of the same. Nothing special. Would not ask anyone to sink hours into this. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Un Heroes like très original et bien construit. Un régal à jouer! »
👍 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Act 3 Episode 4 - Find A red Key to escape enormous map bombardment. cant find red key. cant get past level. »
👎 anonymous review · 68 h played
« Excellent, la campagne est prenante et agréable. Seul bémol les graphismes, mais les gouts et les couleurs ... »
👍 anonymous review · 31 h played
« Heroes 3 in Space. It's got heart, and it makes a point, while also just being fun to play. Very recommended. »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
85 % pos · n=140
Graphics / art
81 % pos · n=37
Story / writing
91 % pos · n=32
Performance
17 % pos · n=24
Audio / music
94 % pos · n=16
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=9
Content / longevity
43 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=6
Multiplayer
25 % pos · n=4
Value for money
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay140119417
Graphics / art373025
Story / writing322912
Performance244218
Audio / music161501
Interface / UX9603
Content / longevity7313
Stability / bugs6006
Multiplayer4103
Value for money2101

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 27 h on median; those who dislike it: 6.1 h.

<2h
53 % (n=32)
2-10h
77 % (n=77)
10-25h
84 % (n=64)
>25h
95 % (n=168)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2026 : 85% positive85MarApr 2026 : 85% positive85AprMay 2026 : 92% positive92MayJun 2026 : 79% positive79Jun

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€9.87€15.55€21.24€26.92€32.6120252026€12.49

Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 30, 2024 · All-time low: €12.49 (Aug 11, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,1 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 67 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay is a standout aspect, with 119 positive mentions out of 140
  • The story is widely praised, with 29 positive mentions out of 32
  • Graphics and audio also receive significant positive feedback, with 30 and 15 positive mentions respectively

Weaknesses

  • Performance issues are a notable drawback, with 18 negative mentions out of 24
  • Bugs are another area of concern, with all 6 mentions being negative

Who is it for?

Fans of science fiction and strategy games will find Heroes of Science and Fiction particularly appealing, given its blend of engaging gameplay, immersive story, and nostalgic value.

Is Heroes of Science and Fiction worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 90% of 892 Steam reviews are positive (player score 83/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay is a standout aspect. Current price: 29,99€.

Verdict

Overall, Heroes of Science and Fiction is a game that has clearly resonated with its player base, offering an engaging and immersive experience that keeps players coming back for more, despite some notable performance and bug issues that detract from the overall experience.

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