Hearthstone has kicked off the Year of the Raptor with a myriad of new content

The Year of the Raptor has soared into Hearthstone, bringing with it a revitalized expansion cycle, a revamped Core Set, and the electrifying return of esports! Kicking things off is the upcoming Into the Emerald Dream expansion, preceded by a special pre-launch event. Get ready for a visually and aurally stunning new Year of the Raptor game board!

This year's Core Set update blends returning favorites with crucial balance adjustments and exciting new additions. To enhance gameplay, several cards featuring burst damage and frustrating effects have been retired. More details on these changes will be revealed soon.

Competitive Hearthstone is back and bigger than ever! 2025 will see two Seasonal Championships and a World Championship, forming the heart of Hearthstone Esports. Partnering with NetEase Thunderfire, this program boasts a minimum prize pool of $600,000, aiming to significantly expand the competitive player base. Further details on the format and rules will be shared shortly.

Following the launch of Into the Emerald Dream, Patch 32.2 will introduce a major Arena update. While specifics are still under wraps, expect significant improvements to the drafting experience and a fresh take on the Arena mode. This patch will also include a Battlegrounds Seasonal Update and the Into the Emerald Dream Mini-Set, arriving a patch earlier than usual.

This altered patch schedule reflects a broader adjustment to streamline development and content delivery. The Into the Emerald Dream expansion will maintain its standard structure, including all planned updates and events. The regular patch schedule will resume with Patch 33.0, following Patch 32.4.

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