# Heroes Rise: The Hero Project

> Will you survive America's favorite reality show for heroes?

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.choiceofgames.heroproject](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.choiceofgames.heroproject)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.choiceofgames.heroproject`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Choice of Games LLC
- **Category:** GAME\_ROLE\_PLAYING
- **Downloads:** 22,540
- **Rating:** 4.57 / 5 (1,278 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.16
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-05
- **First published:** 2013-09-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.choiceofgames.heroproject)
- **Website:** [https://www.choiceofgames.com/](https://www.choiceofgames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.choiceofgames.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.choiceofgames.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**Heroes Rise: The Hero Project** is America's number one reality show for heroes reimagined as an interactive novel by Zachary Sergi. Step into the shoes of a contestant on "The Hero Project," where every choice you make shapes your journey toward becoming the nation's next top hero. Harness your newly discovered "Infini" powers to battle both heroes and villains, strategically decide to ally or betray, and navigate relationships, including potential showmances.

This sequel to the hit "Heroes Rise: The Prodigy" offers a immersive, text-based experience that relies entirely on your imagination. Play as any gender or orientation, shaping an unforgettable story where your decisions drive the narrative forward. Will you survive the intense competition and conquer the hero reality show?

## Rankings

- #414,363 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.choiceofgames.heroproject.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Players praise 'Heroes Rise: The Hero Project' for its engaging, emotional storyline, strong character development, and improved gameplay over its predecessor. The game offers good replay value and seamless saving features. However, multiple users note that some choices lack clear impact, character consistency issues exist, especially with love interests, and there are technical glitches related to stats and save files. Additionally, support for nonbinary pronouns and inclusion of political/social content have received mixed reactions.

### Pros

- Engaging and deep storyline with well-rounded characters that emotionally draw players in.
- Good progression and improvement from the first game, with enhanced writing and more control over character actions.
- High replay value due to meaningful choices and character development.
- Ability to save game progress and continue seamlessly.
- Strong fanbase and anticipation for future installments.

### Cons

- Some choices feel inconsequential or unclear, leading to frustration with game outcomes.
- Issues with character consistency, especially with love interests.
- Inadequate support for nonbinary pronouns, causing grammatical inconsistencies.
- Presence of political or social content (such as LGBT topics) found by some users to be out of place or unnecessary.
- Glitches affecting stats display and save data retrieval.

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