Deceptively simple in design but epically engaging, Hearthstone will be instantly accessible to players regardless of their familiarity with Warcraft or collectible card games. Whether players prefer to wield magic or arms in battle, strike from the shadows or head on—or have never given any of that much thought—they’ll be able to jump right in, create a deck, and get in on the card-slinging action.

In addition to honing their skills in practice matches against the computer and taking on their buddies via their Battle.net friends list, players can challenge each other in two competitive game modes. “Play Mode” features traditional head-to-head battles, with players facing off for a chance to increase their medal ranking and earn card packs along the way. And for a different type of challenge, players can enter “The Forge,” where they start each match by building a deck from a new set of cards, and then use that deck to duel other Forge participants. Aside from winning new cards, players will be able to round out their collections by purchasing new card packs or disenchanting some of their existing cards to craft the ones they’re missing.

With hundreds of cards to choose from, featuring a wide range of colorful Warcraft spells, weapons, and characters, players will have limitless possibilities for developing and fine-tuning their deck-building strategies.

Battlegrounds is a game mode where eight players face off in 1v1 rounds, with the goal to be the last player standing. Each round consists of two phases. The Recruit Phase lets players purchase and sell minions, upgrade the tavern, use their hero power, and rearrange their minions' attack order. Combat Phase has minions automatically attacking the opponents' until one player (or both) has no minions remaining, at which point the victor attacks the loser.

STAND BACK AND BE AMAZED!

On March 19, the genius inventor and toymaker Whizbang opens the doors to his magical workshop—and all of Azeroth is invited! With nonstop nostalgia and options galore, you’re bound to find a new favorite toy—or even build one yourself! Pre-purchase is now live for Whizbang’s Workshop, the first expansion in the Year of the Pegasus, with 145 brand new cards, including the fully customizable Zilliax 3000 Deluxe, a new Keyword: Miniaturize, and plenty of throwbacks to iconic characters!

WELCOME TO WHIZBANG’S WORKSHOP

• Nostalgic and Iconic Characters. Whizbang’s creations are inspired by 10 years of whimsy and wonder in Hearthstone history, and his workshop’s full of familiar faces and new takes on mechanics from Hearthstone’s past. 
• Zilliax 3000 Deluxe. Can’t find the exact card you’re looking for? Build your own! Zilliax 3000 Deluxe is fully customizable. While building your deck, choose two Zilliax Modules to combine their costs, stats, and effects into your perfect Zilliax. Then, finish your Zilliax off with your choice of cosmetic finishes. 
• New Keyword: Miniaturize. Some of Whizbang’s creations come with their own fun-sized copy! Play a card with Miniaturize and get a one-mana 1/1 copy added to your hand. Play the Mini version right away for tempo, or save it for a cheap, powerful effect when the time is just right. 
• Colifero the Artist Reward. One of a few talented Artist cards in Whizbang’s Workshop, Colifero has a special talent for capturing the likeness of the card you draw and conveying it as a special effect to your minions in play. Login now to receive this free Legendary minion!
• March Season of Twist. Enjoy a month-long romp through Hearthstone’s history in Twist! On March 1, only Legacy will be in rotation. On March 2, Hearthstone’s first infusion of cards, Curse of Naxxramas, will be added to the card pool. On March 3, Goblins vs Gnomes will be added, and so on: each day, the next infusion of cards will be added until we've fast-forwarded through the entire history of Hearthstone!

BUNDLES OF TOYS! The Whizbang’s Workshop Mega Bundle ($79.99 USD) includes 80 card packs, 10 Golden card packs, 1 random Signature Legendary card, 1 random Golden Legendary card, the Patches the Pirate Rogue Hero Skin, the Patches the Pirate Card Back, and 2 Corridor Sleeper Early Access Epic cards. The Whizbang’s Workshop Bundle ($49.99USD) includes 60 card packs, 2 random Legendary cards, the Patches the Pirate Card Back, and 2 Corridor Sleeper Early Access Epic cards.

COME ON IN, IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY! 

Ever since the Tavern opened its doors ten years ago, welcoming players to the whimsical world of Hearthstone, it’s been non-stop digital card game delight. It’s an achievement worth reveling in! Celebrate with Harth Stonebrew and the entire Hearthstone team as Year of the Pegasus and a new core-set (starring some familiar Warcraft faces!) launches on March 19. 

A GIFT FOR EVERY CLASS

• No birthday is complete without gifts! On February 13, every player will receive a free card for each class that allows them to discover one of three iconic spells for that class. That’s 11 gifts! 
• But that’s not all...Meet Harth Stonebrew! The face and voice of the Tavern finally gets his own card! As a versatile neutral Legendary minion, he’ll replace your hand with iconic cards from Hearthstone’s past. Now that’s a worthy opponent!
• The party turns it up a notch with a 10-Year Anniversary Event from February 27 to March 19. Complete challenges to earn Golden versions of the Gift cards, as well as a special birthday coin.

WELCOME TO YEAR OF THE PEGASUS

• The hands of the world clock turn once more as we usher in the Year of the Pegasus. 
• Plus, for the first time in Hearthstone’s history, the in-game musical soundtrack will be available to players! Starting on March 11, enjoy the music you know and love from the game in any setting you choose, then stay tuned for more releases throughout the year.

NEW CORE SET AND CROSSOVERS

• With the new year comes a new core set. This year’s changes bring back some iconic cards from Hearthstone’s history for players to bask in the nostalgia.
• The entire World of Warcraft is celebrating! Core set will also feature brand-new minions with some familiar faces! Welcome Gnomelia, S.A.F.E. Pilot to your decks, plus more! 
• World of Warcraft players can also log into Hearthstone during these anniversary events to earn a special Fiery Hearthsteed Mount! 

A DECADE DESERVES A CARDBACK

• Complete quests during this limited-time event and earn a card back ten years in the making!

Hearthstone is available for Android, iOS and PC.