Ubisoft has apologized after accidentally selling a broken download of Heroes of Might and Magic III on Steam. The package, priced at $10, contained only a 23.4-kilobyte file and displayed an error when launched. Fans flooded the game's page with negative reviews before the company acknowledged the mistake.

In a Steam community post, Ubisoft said, "We'd like to apologize: we mistakenly released the wrong package yesterday. We're very sorry for the mistake. The issue has now been resolved." They thanked players for alerting them and expressed regret for the inconvenience.

The corrected download now works as intended. This classic 1999 strategy title, including its three expansions, was re-released to promote the upcoming Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake, slated for 2027. The remake will feature updated visuals, better access to user-generated content, and enhanced planning tools, expanding beyond PC to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

While an HD version of the original has been available on Steam and GOG, this mishap highlights the importance of quality control. Fans hope Ubisoft ensures the remake's launch goes smoothly, avoiding similar errors that undermine trust in beloved franchises.