Heroes of Might and Magic V: Tribes of the East in stores now

by: Elliot - posted: 10/17/2007 6:29:00 PM

Ubisoft announced today the release of Heroes of Might and Magic V: Tribes of the East. This stand alone PC title gives new and old players alike, the conclusion to the Heroes of Might and Magic V. The game features a new faction and  tons of new upgrades. Read onward for more information.

HEROES OF MIGHT & MAGICR V: TRIBES OF THE EAST VIDEO GAME IN STORES NOW

Intense Orc Action in Final Chapter of the HeroesR V Saga


SAN FRANCISCO - October 17, 2007 - Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video
game publishers, announced today that Heroes of Might & MagicR V: Tribes of
the East for the PC has shipped to retailers nationwide. Developed by Nival
Interactive, this stand-alone product will allow both long-time fans and
series newcomers to enjoy the dramatic evolution and conclusion of the
HeroesR V experience. Heroes of Might & MagicR V: Tribes of the East is
rated "T" for Teen and has an MSRP of $29.99.

About Heroes of Might & MagicR V: Tribes of the East
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.

Heroes of Might & MagicR V: Tribes of the East chronicles the final chapter
in the epic struggle that began with the interrupted wedding of Queen
Isabel. Players will follow the steps of the Necrolord Arantir as he
uncovers the prophecy of the Dark Messiah of Might and Magic(TM) and exposes
the Demon Sovereign's conspiracy.

Following this brilliant conclusion to the Heroes of Might & MagicR V story,
the world of Ashan will never be the same again.

KEY FEATURES:
.       New Orc Faction: First made famous in Dark Messiah of Might and
Magic(TM), the brutal Orc faction now comes to the HeroesR series. Savage,
fiercely proud and resolutely independent, the Orcs put the "might" in Might
and MagicR. This faction's troops include Orcs, Goblins, Cyclops and the
famed Pao Kais.

.       New Campaign: Experience the dramatic conclusion of the usurper
Biara's reign. Discovering the demonic influence that corrupts the Haven
knights, the savage Orc clans will take up arms to eradicate the Inferno
threat. Characters from Dark Messiah of Might and Magic will also appear to
bring an unexpected twist to this multi-layered plot. In addition, Tribes of
the East will also feature 10 multiplayer and five single-player maps.

.       New Upgrade Level: Every creature in the Heroes V universe will get
an alternative upgrade level, increasing the total number of creatures in
the Heroes of Might and Magic V line to over 170! These powerful new
abilities are sure to become an integral part of your combat tactics.

.       Extra Content: Expand your arsenal and gameplay with new spells, new
artifacts, new buildings and innovative new features such as the combo-based
Artifact Power Link and Battle Rage, the unique racial ability of the Orcs.

.       Standalone Product: In order to allow both fans and newcomers to
enjoy this dramatic conclusion to the Heroes V experience, Tribes of the
East will be a standalone product - no previous Heroes game installations
will be required to play.