Ubisoft Sold a 23 KB “Game” for $10

    Ubisoft made an unusual mistake when it released the popular 1999 strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic III on Steam. The version published by the company did not contain any of the game's files. The package, offered for $10, was only 23.4 KB in size. After downloading the game, users encountered an error when they tried to launch it. The incident prompted numerous negative reviews on Steam.    Ubisoft later posted a statement on the Steam community page apologizing for the mistake. The company said that the wrong package had been published and that the problem had already been fixed. The game files were added to the updated version, and the game now runs normally. The rerelease of this version of Heroes of Might and Magic III is no coincidence. Ubisoft is trying to build interest in Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake, which it plans to release in 2027.    The new remake will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S as well as PC. The game is expected to feature updated graphics, easier access to user-created content, and improved tools for planning and decision-making.