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Heroes of Might and Magic is a turn-based strategy game released for MS-Dos in 1995, developed and published by New World Computing, Inc. Set in a fantasy world, the game incorporates role-playing elements and is viewed from a bird's-eye perspective. Players assume control of a hero representing one of four distinct factions: a warlock, a sorceress, a barbarian, or a knight.

Gameplay revolves around managing a kingdom and leading armies. Players develop their home castle by constructing and upgrading buildings, which in turn generates resources and unlocks new military units such as dragons, paladins, and cyclopes. These units are essential for forming armies. Simultaneously, players explore a top-down map with their heroes, moving a set distance each turn to discover treasures, resource mines, and magical artifacts. Exploration can lead to encounters with neutral creatures or rival heroes, which trigger tactical battles.

Combat takes place on a separate screen displaying a hexagonal grid. The player's units are grouped into stacks that can be moved and commanded individually during their turn. Different unit types possess unique movement ranges and attack methods, requiring strategic positioning. Outside of battle, heroes gain experience points to improve their attributes and can learn spells to cast during conflicts. The primary objective is to defeat all opposing factions by conquering their castles and eliminating their heroes in battle, while also defending one's own territories from enemy incursions.