Game Boy Color · Strategy
Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1996) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | KnowWonder, Inc. |
| Publisher | The 3DO Company |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Heroes of Might and Magic |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 2000, Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars is a strategy game developed by KnowWonder, Inc. and published by The 3DO Company. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Heroes of Might and Magic II. This GBC release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1996.
It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2. Among the 26 GBC strategy games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Heroes of Might and Magic series; on the GBC you can also try Heroes of Might and Magic: A Strategic Quest.
Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars cheats & codes
22 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Max Mercury | 016322CC |
|---|---|
| Max Wood | 016321CC |
| Max Sulfur | 016324CC |
| Max Ore | 016323CC |
| Max Crystals | 016325CC |
| Max Gems | 016326CC |
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Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars walkthroughs & guides
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Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars FAQ
When did Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars come out on the GBC?
Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000; the original game dates back to 1996.
Who made Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars?
It was developed by KnowWonder, Inc. and published by The 3DO Company.
Is Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars multiplayer?
No. Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars take to play?
As a strategy game, Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Heroes of Might and Magic II: The Succession Wars on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.