Overview
- Unfrozen confirmed Van Caneghem’s creative advisory role on January 29, 2026, marking his first involvement with the series in decades.
- The position is explicitly additive to guidance from Ubisoft, the IP holder, and does not indicate direct development control.
- Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is a turn-based prequel positioned as building on classic series foundations with modern presentation.
- Van Caneghem said he is excited to help carry the franchise’s legacy forward, and Unfrozen CEO Denis Fedorov praised his influence on content and worldbuilding.
- Early hands-on impressions from Gamescom 2025 highlighted a detailed 3D world, varied factions, and engaging, complex turn-based combat.