Heroes of Newerth is back.Live now. Free to play.
LivePatch 0.13.4 is out now
Play For FreePatch Notes 0.13.4- 100+ Heroes
- Matchmaking Overhaul
- Updated Visuals
Is HoN still alive?
Is Heroes of Newerth still playable?
Yes. The original Heroes of Newerth shut down in 2022. Kongor Studios, a team of original S2 Games and Frostburn developers and Project KONGOR contributors, brought it back as Heroes of Newerth: Reborn. The game is live and patched regularly: the latest patch, 0.13.4, came out on November 11, 2026.
Is it free to play?
Yes. HoN Reborn is free to play. Creating an account and downloading the game cost nothing.
How do I start playing?
Create a free account, download the game for Windows and sign in with that account.
Played on Project KONGOR?
Project KONGOR was the community-run server that kept Heroes of Newerth playable after the official servers shut down in June 2022. Kongor Studios grew out of that project and, together with Garena, which holds the rights to HoN, rebuilt the game on a new engine as Heroes of Newerth: Reborn. Reborn is the official, licensed version of the game, made by the same community. Create a free account to play.
What's new in HoN Reborn
Experience Lightning-Fast Gameplay
Powered by a cutting-edge engine, enjoy buttery-smooth performance with higher FPS and ultra-responsive 100-tick servers.
Revamped Audio & Visuals
Dive into a fully remastered world with enhanced sounds, updated effects, and a modernized UI that stays true to the game you love.
Face the Mighty Phoenix
Challenge yourself against the all-new boss character, Phoenix, a difficult yet rewarding objective.
Master New Mechanics
Discover innovative gameplay with the introduction of Ravens to assist with sight, have Kongor push a lane, and more.
Role Queue
You can now select which role(s) you prefer to play when you queue up for a match
Taunt with Style
Dominate the psychological game! Use emotes to taunt your opponents and leave them tilted as you claim victory.