As big as they might be in terms of popularity, even multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs) have to deal with the conflict of integrating new ideas while holding back the tide of obscure minutiae that keep many people away from the genre.
Heroes of the Storm might be the simplest, most bite-sized MOBA yet, but even Blizzard, its developer, has to tangle with this challenge. The company has already shown they’re willing to create heroes that take a while to get used to (like The Lost Vikings and Abathur). But, with the game being a crossover, fans should also be able to jump into their favorite character without too many complications. It’s likely the reason Raynor, the most recognizable character from StarCraft, is also one of the game’s simplest characters.
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