What is the cheapest place to buy Hero Academy?

Eneba at $1.16 — the lowest of the 5 stores we compare for your region. Eneba is a keyshop: it resells keys, which can be region-locked or a different edition. No official store we track sells it in your region right now. Prices update through the day, so check the table above before buying.

Is Hero Academy free?

No — Hero Academy is a paid game. The cheapest we can find it is $1.16.

Has Hero Academy ever been cheaper?

Yes — the lowest we have tracked since September 2026 is $1.12. It is $1.16 today.

Can I play Hero Academy on Mac?

Yes. Hero Academy has a native macOS version on Steam.

Does Hero Academy have crossplay?

Yes — Steam lists Hero Academy with cross-platform multiplayer, so players on Steam can play with players on other platforms. Steam does not say which platforms; the developer's site has the full list.

Is Hero Academy on PC Game Pass?

No — Hero Academy is not on PC Game Pass right now. The best price to buy it right now is $1.16.

Hero Academy

Name: Hero Academy
Brand: Robot Entertainment
Availability: InStock

Robot Entertainment · Strategy, Indie, Turn-Based, Multiplayer, Asynchronous Multiplayer

Buy the Hero Academy key for Steam from Eneba at $1.16 — the cheapest of 5 stores we compare.

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Mixed69% · 75575Metacritic

Best price

28 Fair price

$1.16

lowest tracked $1.12

Buy at Eneba

Prices last checked 12 Nov 2026, 16:32 UTC

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Cheapest Hero Academy keys — keyshops

Keyshops are third-party marketplaces — keys are resold and can be region-locked or a different edition. Check the listing's region & edition before buying.

Driffle INC

Standard Edition · Steam

$1.20

Buy

Eneba

Standard Edition · Steam

$1.16

Buy

Gameseal

Standard Edition · Steam

$1.16

Buy

CJS CD Keys

Standard Edition · Steam

$2.25

Buy

Kinguin

Standard Edition · Steam

$2.42

Buy

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Hero Academy price by region

Hero Academy costs £0.70 in the United Kingdom, €0.81 in Europe (EUR), $1.16 in the United States, $1.16 in Georgia (USD), zł4.53 in Poland and R$6.80 in Brazil right now.

Cheapest Hero Academy offer in each region, in local currency
Region	Best price	Official store	Key shop	Stores
United Kingdom	£0.70	—	£0.70	3
Europe (EUR)	€0.81	—	€0.81	4
United Statesyour region	$1.16	—	$1.16	5
Georgia (USD)	$1.16	—	$1.16	5
Poland	zł4.53	—	zł4.53	2
Brazil	R$6.80	—	R$6.80	1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Hero Academy

✦ AI summary

Lead a team of fantasy heroes in turn-based tactical battles across randomly generated Academy playfields, challenging friends asynchronously on Steam or iOS. Unlock exclusive Team Fortress 2 mercenaries and customize your roster while leveraging each team's unique strengths to protect your crystal and emerge victorious.

Includes the Council and TF2 teams, 17 Council avatars, 18 TF2 avatars, and a Council hat for Team Fortress 2 players!

Test your skills in this light-hearted battle between friends! Heroic teams have gathered to engage in friendly contests on the Academy playfields. Will your team emerge triumphant?

Enter a world of swords and magic, and challenge friends old and new to a contest of tactics and skill. From the human Council to the mysterious Dark Elves, every team needs a fearless captain to lead them to victory. Only those that leverage their team’s strengths and capitalize on their opponent’s weaknesses will protect their crystal and win the day. The Academy extends a warm welcome to all – whether they’re already heroes, or simply heroes in training!

Challenge friends on Steam or iOS to asynchronous one-on-one battles via online multiplayer. Play a heated bout in twenty minutes or across a full day, whenever you have a few moments. You can play all of your Hero Academy matches at your desk, on your iPad, or on the go with your iPhone! When you purchase the game on Steam you'll unlock an exclusive heroic team featuring the mercenaries from Valve’s Team Fortress 2.

Features:

Cross-Platform multiplayer gaming between Steam and iOS
Exclusive Team Fortress 2 team unlockable on Steam
Highly accessible turn-based gameplay
Easy to learn – jump right in and play!
Play with your Steam friends or random opponents
Colorful light-hearted graphics and sound
Random playfields keeps battles fresh!
Get started with the Council and Team Fortress 2 teams
Expand your roster with additional teams!
Customize your team
Invite your Twitter followers to play!
Chat with your opponents in-game

Hero Academy — game info

Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Player modes: Single-player, Multiplayer, Cross-platform multiplayer
PC Game Pass: Not included

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Hero Academy price history

Hero Academy is $1.16 at Eneba right now, compared across 5 stores. The lowest we have tracked is $1.12.

2026-09-26low $1.12 · now $1.16

Fair price — It's close to its lowest tracked price.

Hero Academy occasionally dips sharply but generally hovers in the middle range, making patience worthwhile for deeper discounts. Across the 31 days in this chart, the cheapest offer has ranged from $1.12 to $1.51 (median $1.19) — 26% between the two. It has been within 5% of that low on 9 of those days (29%).

Low on this chart: $1.12
Tracked high: $1.51
Typical (median): $1.19
Days near the low: 29%

Hero Academy price changes · since 26 Sep 2026
Date	Price	Store
12 Nov 2026	$1.16 ▼	Eneba
7 Nov 2026	$1.17 ▼	Gameseal
6 Nov 2026	$1.18 ▼	Gameseal
5 Nov 2026	$1.24 ▲	Gameseal
1 Nov 2026	$1.21 ▼	Eneba
31 Oct 2026	$1.23 ▲	Gameseal
30 Oct 2026	$1.17 ▲	Eneba
28 Oct 2026	$1.12 ▼	Eneba
27 Oct 2026	$1.19 ▼	Eneba
26 Oct 2026	$1.26 ▲	Driffle INC
25 Oct 2026	$1.13 ▼	Eneba
20 Oct 2026	$1.18 ▼	Gameseal

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Hero Academy — questions & answers

What is the cheapest place to buy Hero Academy?: Eneba at $1.16 — the lowest of the 5 stores we compare for your region. Eneba is a keyshop: it resells keys, which can be region-locked or a different edition. No official store we track sells it in your region right now. Prices update through the day, so check the table above before buying.
Is Hero Academy free?: No — Hero Academy is a paid game. The cheapest we can find it is $1.16.
Has Hero Academy ever been cheaper?: Yes — the lowest we have tracked since September 2026 is $1.12. It is $1.16 today.
Is Hero Academy worth buying now?: Fair price. It's close to its lowest tracked price.
Can I play Hero Academy on Mac?: Yes. Hero Academy has a native macOS version on Steam.
Does Hero Academy have crossplay?: Yes — Steam lists Hero Academy with cross-platform multiplayer, so players on Steam can play with players on other platforms. Steam does not say which platforms; the developer's site has the full list.
Is Hero Academy on PC Game Pass?: No — Hero Academy is not on PC Game Pass right now. The best price to buy it right now is $1.16.

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Hero Academy is a turn-based strategy game that players fondly remember for its accessible yet strategically deep gameplay and charming presentation, particularly praised by those who enjoyed its asynchronous multiplayer battles. However, the game is no longer playable as the servers have been shut down, leaving former players unable to access the title they once enjoyed. Players express nostalgia for the experience and would welcome a revival if the rights were ever acquired by a developer willing to bring it back online.

Not recommended Jun 8, 2026

Can't play anymore. Only brought this when it first came out just for the TF2 characters that's it.

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Recommended Jul 23, 2026

peanut would love some pets and treats :) 　　　　🌸＞　　フ　　　　| 　_　 _ l 　　　／` ミ＿xノ　　 /　　　　 | 　　 /　ヽ　　ﾉ　 │　　|　|　| ／￣|　　 |　|　| | (￣ヽ＿_ヽ_)__) ＼二つ

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Recommended Sep 8, 2026

I long to play Hero Academy again. I know I know, I could always play chess.... but if you aren't shooting eachother from across the map it doesn't count. If anyone ever buys the rights to start this bad boy up again, please ping this comment so I can purchase it!

Recommended Jul 24, 2026

Hero Academy is a turn-based strategy title developed and published by Robot Entertainment. Originally designed around asynchronous multiplayer battles, the game presents itself as a light-hearted tactical experience where players command unique teams in friendly but highly competitive matches on the Academy's battlegrounds. Despite its colorful presentation and accessible premise, Hero Academy hides a surprisingly deep strategic foundation beneath its cartoon-inspired visuals. Robot Entertainment, already known for blending approachable gameplay with tactical depth in other projects, crafted a game that attempts to bridge the gap between hardcore strategy enthusiasts and casual players looking for quick sessions. The central concept revolves around one-on-one battles in which players take turns deploying units, equipping items, and attacking opponents while protecting their own magical crystal. Matches can be played asynchronously, allowing participants to make moves at their convenience rather than requiring both competitors to be online simultaneously. This design was particularly innovative during its original release period, as it encouraged long-term engagement and transform…

Recommended May 14, 2026

RIP

Recommended Apr 18, 2026

when it first came out in the app store it was my go to.

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