It’s the Year of the Raptor for Hearthstone with Plenty of New Stuff Coming Up!

Hearthstone's Year of the Raptor—arriving in 2025—promises a thrilling year filled with surprises, fresh gameplay, and exciting new features. Get ready for the usual triple treat of expansions, mini-sets, and Battlegrounds seasons. The overwhelmingly positive response to the Heroes of StarCraft mini-set has clearly fueled Blizzard's commitment to keeping the fun rolling throughout the year, as evidenced by their recently released roadmap offering a sneak peek into the future.

What's in Store for the Year of the Raptor?

One of the most significant updates is the long-awaited Arena overhaul. In development since last year, this refresh is designed to revitalize the Arena experience and attract a new generation of players.

Cosmetics are also receiving a major boost. Expect new Mythic skins and Signature cards, along with a brand-new addition: Pets! These adorable companions will be integrated into a new cosmetic acquisition system, though the specifics remain under wraps for now.

The Year of the Raptor officially kicks off with the first expansion, Into the Emerald Dream. Card reveals begin next week, but the in-game celebration has already begun! Complete the Event Track to earn rewards including The Great Dark Beyond Epic cards, packs from the new expansion, and a Raptor Herald card.

And don't miss this exciting cinematic trailer from Blizzard:

What Else Awaits?

A new, evolving game board will launch alongside the expansion, remaining a core feature throughout the Year of the Raptor. Expect visual and audio updates to the board with each subsequent expansion.

Finally, the Core Set is getting a much-needed refresh. Classic cards are making a triumphant return, albeit with some exciting tweaks, alongside the addition of brand-new cards. With so much on the horizon, now might be the perfect time to jump back into the action! Download Hearthstone from the Google Play Store if you haven't already.

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