Heroes of Might and Magic III and Might and Magic VII: New World Computing's Peak

This article recounts the development of Heroes of Might and Magic III and Might and Magic VII by New World Computing in 1999. Founder Jon Van Caneghem's waning passion for games, replaced by a love of racing, presented challenges. However, Heroes III, helmed by David Mullich and newcomer Greg Fulton, successfully built upon its predecessor's success with a limited budget and time, becoming the most beloved entry in the franchise. Meanwhile, Might and Magic VII, a solid evolutionary step, included the popular card game Arcomage. While both games were commercially successful, they marked the pinnacle of New World Computing, foreshadowing its eventual decline.