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Jason Schreier
Culture
Oct 13, 2011 3:16 PM

Get To Know the Harpies, Wizards of Might and Magic: Heroes VI

Mages and warriors enter frantic turn-based combat in Heroes of Might and Magic VI, a strategy game released October 13 for PC.

If you’re wondering why Ubisoft played word-scramble with this version’s title… join the club.

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  • Heroes Of Might And Magic MMO Is A Browser Game

  • 7 Fantastical Indie RPGs Worth Playing

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