Heroes of Newerth is the latest title in the rapidly expanding MOBA genre, offering players real-time combat systems, a large number of playable characters and an in-depth item and leveling system.

The games works in a similar way to other MOBA (multiplayer online battle arena) titles, players get the option of choosing a Hero in the game lobby, before launching into a PvP, objective based match. The game features over 100 playable Heroes, all of which have unique abilities, strengths and weaknesses. A unique feature in the genre is the ability for players to submit guides on particular Heroes, other MOBA titles utilize third-party websites to educate their players, Heroes of Newerth features dozens of guides for each playable Hero, allowing players to research as many tactics and play-styles as they wish.

Heroes of Newerth includes over 50 unique items, which are separated into 11 categories. Each category benefits your Hero in different ways, some buff defensive or offensive attributes, others can replenish your health or do direct damage to your enemies, and the more expensive items can change your attack damage type or even heal yourself based on the damage you do to your enemy. The huge number of items allows players to specifically build their Hero to their own liking, removing any base restrictions a Hero may have. You may find you really like a Hero that is designed to tank but you feel he lacks the DPS, the items allow you to totally customize your build creating your own strengths and weaknesses rather than being victim to predefined ones.

The game is available free to play but does offer micro-transactions in the form of Goblin-Coins. These coins can be used to purchase new Heroes, Items or Skins. S2 Games regularly hold competitions that reward Goblin-Coins so even players not willing to invest the cash have a chance at unlocking rare Heroes and Skins.