Aeon of Strife is a custom map for StarCraft, created by Gunner_4_ever. It led in part to the popular Defense of the Ancients map for Warcraft III, which was one of the first true MOBA games and as such the game on which Heroes of the Storm is based.

Did DotA copy Aeon of Strife?

DotA has its roots in the Aeon of Strife custom map for StarCraft. Critical reception to DotA was positive, with it being called one of the most popular mods of any game. DotA is largely attributed as being the most significant inspiration for the MOBA genre.

When did Aeon of Strife?

1998 In 1998, a modder called Aeon64 created Aeon of Strife, a fan-made custom map for Blizzards real-time strategy game StarCraft. In it, players controlled a single hero unit and fought with a team against computer-controlled units in three lanes.

What was the 1st MOBA?

The first MOBA was a Starcraft custom map called Aeon of Strife, which then inspired the incredibly popular Warcraft III custom game Defense of the Ancients. Modders from the original DotA went on to create Riots League of Legends, and Valves Dota 2, bringing MOBA gameplay to even wider audiences.

Is PUBG a MOBA?

The two most popular battle royale games are PlayerUnknowns Battlegrounds (PUBG) and Fortnite Battle Royale. Apex Legends is one of the newer battle royale games on the market and its free-to-play.

Is PUBG free on mobile?

PUBG is compatible with Microsoft Windows, Android, iOS, Xbox One, and Playstation 4 devices. The Android and iOS mobile versions are free to play.