Heroes II uses a magic point system that allows the player to apportion spell use as needed, while the varying point cost of different spells maintains balance. Another major feature introduced in Heroes II is the ability to upgrade units, granting them improved statistics and, in some cases, important abilities. For example, upgrading Vampires to Vampire Lords enables them to absorb health and even to resurrect units.
Compared to the first game, this sequel has larger and more interactive combat screens. The spell system is now based on spell points instead of spell memorization. Play Heroes of Might and Magic 2 online You can play Heroes of Might and Magic 2 online, in web browser for free! Comments comments.
In the gaming world, 'Gold' editions tend to be the equivalent of 'Greatest Hits' albums -- not for the die-hard fans who've bought all the previously released titles. Rather, these editions offer latecomers some of the best there is -- all at one reasonable price. In this sense, Heroes of Might and Magic II Gold (which bundles Heroes of Might and Magic II, Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Price of Loyalty and 25 new maps) doesn't disappoint and will quickly familiarize new players to the HoMM scene. When first starting out in Heroes of Might and Magic II Gold, you have the choice of a standard or campaign game. The main difference is the latter allows a customization-type adventure where you choose the setting and factors (special aids or resources) that affect you from one stage to the next. The standard game sets you up in a single scenario where you win after reaching your objective. Both standard and campaign games offer a range of difficulties (easy to difficult) and map sizes (small to large).
Special to this Gold edition are the 25 new maps that provide more scenarios in which to adventure. You navigate through Heroes of Might and Magic II Gold by means of the title characters: heroes, an odd motley divided mainly into two categories -- fighter or magic user, although it's relatively easy to blend one into the other as you gain experience.