First 10 things to do
1. Pick the right version
Alliance is the mobile app, Dominion Era is the browser game. Codes, servers and progress are separate. Choose the one you will actually play daily, because consistency beats everything in Hero Wars.
2. Redeem every free code
Before you play a single fight, collect the free rewards on our codes page. Early resources compound: a few extra upgrades in week one save hours later.
3. Push the campaign
The campaign unlocks most game modes. Clear chapters steadily and come back to older missions later to farm hero soul stones and gear.
4. Choose one damage type
Physical and magic teams want different gear. Pick one and put your resources there. Mixing both early is the most common reason new accounts stall.
5. Build five heroes, not fifteen
Level, gear and evolve a core of five. Add a sixth or seventh only when your core is strong. See the hero roster for roles.
6. Never let energy cap
Energy refills over time and stops when it is full. Spend it before you log off, ideally on campaign missions that drop what your core needs.
7. Finish your daily quests
Daily quests give steady XP, gold and emeralds for a few minutes of play. They are the backbone of a free-to-play account.
8. Join an active guild early
Guilds unlock guild wars, Asgard raids and guild shops. An active guild also shares tips and event timings. Leave a dead guild without regret.
9. Climb the Arena a little every day
Arena rewards add up. You do not need to be first, you need to fight every day and keep your defense team updated.
10. Start titans before you think you need them
Titans unlock later and level separately. Players who start them early thank themselves in the mid game. Stick to one element at first.
Recommended progression path
| Stage | Focus | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 to 3 | Codes, campaign, five core heroes | Unlocks modes and gives early power |
| Week 1 | Guild, dailies, Arena every day | Steady income of every currency |
| Week 2 to 4 | Gear and evolution on the core, first titans | Power spikes for the Tower and guild modes |
| Month 2 and later | Second team, pets, artifacts | Needed for Grand Arena and late events |
Mistakes that slow you down
- Spending emeralds on shop refreshes in the first week.
- Leveling every new hero you unlock.
- Skipping daily quests on busy days. Even five minutes keeps the streak going.
- Staying in an inactive guild.
- Ignoring events. Many give heroes and resources you cannot get elsewhere.
Hero Wars returning player guide 2026Final tips
Log in every day, even briefly. Read the season news when a new season starts, like the current Wodryn's Season. And check the codes page once a week: new batches come with seasons and events.
FAQ
What should I do first in Hero Wars?
Redeem the free codes, push the campaign and pick five heroes of one damage type to build.
Should I build physical or magic heroes first?
Pick one and stay with it. Mixing both damage types early spreads your gear and resources too thin.
When should I join a guild?
As soon as guilds unlock. Pick an active one, because guild modes and shops give a big share of your rewards.