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It can be hard to place the camera where you need it and it's also too easy to miss objects that are hiding behind a tree or a mountain." The camera is a tad finicky when moving on the underground map.

GameSpy ( 70/100) did a lot of camera spinning: "The switch to 3D, while a successful one, has its drawbacks.

GameSpot ( 82/100) was impressed with the enhancements to online multiplayer: " Heroes V makes a few efforts to speed up online play by offering options for quick stat-based combat resolution, timed turns, straight hero-versus-hero duels, and the new 'ghost mode'.".

However, a major criticism of Heroes V is its small number of maps, as well as the initial absence of a map editor (due this summer, according to Nival).

In addition, most of the critics agree that Nival nailed the fundamentals of the traditional Heroes of Might and Magic combat formula. The game includes a slick new 3D engine, lengthy campaigns, and six colorful factions that fans will instantly recognize. The re-launch of one of the longest running strategy series has suffered delays, beta tester petitions, and negative previews, but Heroes V has finally made its way to store shelves. The polished graphics also help give the familiar gameplay a glossy veneer – even though it’s frustrating when you miss key players on the battlefield when they’re hidden behind 3D structures – and even though in-game text appears to have been written by someone with only a basic grasp of English, Heroes Of Might & Magic V is still an old-school delight.It's been a trial by fire for Ubisoft and Russian developer Nival Interactive as they have attempted to revitalize the Heroes of Might and Magic franchise. However, while seasoned fans will feel immediately at home, the head-to-head battles have been tweaked to give players control of malicious ghosts that can cause mischief while other players are taking their turn, making better use of the inevitable downtime and adding a new dimension to online battles. The simple, chess-like battles are still a joy, with fiddly elements such as city building and empire management stripped back in favour of epic skirmishes against ruthless computer-controlled commanders, or human players in the compelling multiplayer mode.

But while this may sound like unfair criticism of an otherwise satisfying game, playing M&M V is much like ordering a meal in a five-star restaurant and getting it nothing more, nothing less.

Over several stellar instalments, the Might & Magic series has perfected a formula for turn-based swords ’n’ sorcery that now feels a little too familiar in a crowded marketplace.