Hearthstone's Year of the Raptor is here, bringing a revitalized competitive scene and exciting new content! This year features a new expansion cycle, a Core Set refresh, and the return of esports.
Key highlights include:
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Core Set Update: A revamped Core Set arrives with returning favorites, balance adjustments, and exciting new cards. Cards known for frustrating burst damage and disruptive effects have been removed to enhance gameplay. Further details will be released soon.
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Esports Returns: Get ready for intense competition! 2025 will see two Seasonal Championships and a World Championship, boasting a prize pool of at least $600,000 in partnership with Netease Thunderfire. More information on the competitive structure is coming soon.
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Major Arena Update (Patch 32.2): Following the launch of Into the Emerald Dream, Patch 32.2 will deliver a significant Arena overhaul, promising a refined drafting experience and a fresh take on the game mode. This patch will also include a Battlegrounds Seasonal Update and the Into the Emerald Dream Mini-Set (releasing a patch earlier than usual).
The altered patch schedule is a strategic adjustment to optimize development and content delivery. The Into the Emerald Dream expansion will maintain its standard structure, with all planned updates and events. The regular patch schedule will resume with Patch 33.0 after Patch 32.4.
The first expansion, Into the Emerald Dream, is launching soon, preceded by a special pre-release event. A new Year of the Raptor game board with updated visuals and sound will also debut.
Download Hearthstone for free today and experience the thrill of the Year of the Raptor! Visit the official website for more details.
