An email came out this morning from S2 Games regarding the pre-order of Heroes of Newerth (you need an existing beta account). I’m not sure if this post violates the NDA but who gives a shit at this point. If you don’t know what’s going on in this game by now then you haven’t been paying attention. Everyone and their mom has a beta account at this point and leaks are a dime a dozen.

The email from S2 Games stated the following…

The time is now, show your support of S2 Games and pre-purchase HoN for just $30 today.   By purchasing your full account today you’ll receive the following:

• Reserve your Beta Nickname and Account
• Ability to Taunt in Game
• Special In-Game Icon
• Unique Chat Name Color
• Beta Invites for your friends

And this was on the registration page…

A Message From S2 Games

Thank you for your consideration of pre purchasing your account. Your $30 one time account fee will go much further than just paying to operate the game, it will help us continue to develop the game with more heroes, features, and other goodies that will continue to keep the game exciting and fresh and help S2 Games as well.

Well, I pre-ordered this game and I hope you do too. This game is already better than Demigod and a million times better than League of Legends could ever be. Take a look at this list that was on the pre-order page.

Gameplay Improvements

• Matchmaking System
• Stat Tracking
• Diverse Heroes
• Ladder Rankings
• Custom Map Editor

Engine Advancements

• Game Reconnections
• Leaver Protection
• Client-Server Netcode
• Re-Bindable Hotkeys
• Built in VOIP

They’ve already improved Defense of the Ancients and their commitment to this title so far in beta has been astounding. I have high hopes of s2 Games and their dedication to the player base and the community that will spawn around this game.

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