Hearthstone's "Year of the Raptor" Unveils Exciting Updates

Hearthstone's Year of the Raptor: A 2025 Roadmap of New Content and Features

Get ready for a thrilling year in Hearthstone! 2025 promises a whirlwind of surprises, innovative gameplay, and exciting new features. The familiar trifecta of expansions, Mini-Sets, and Battlegrounds seasons are all on the way. The positive reception to the Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set has clearly energized Blizzard, fueling their commitment to ongoing fun throughout the year. A recently released roadmap offers a sneak peek into the game's immediate future.

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

A major overhaul of the Arena mode, in development since last year, is finally launching, promising a revitalized experience for both veteran and new players.

Cosmetics are also receiving a significant upgrade. 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 begins with the first expansion, Into the Emerald Dream. Card reveals commence next week, but in-game celebrations are already underway. Complete the Event Track to earn rewards including The Great Dark Beyond Epic cards, packs from the new expansion, and a Raptor Herald card.

Check out Blizzard's recently released cinematic trailer:

More to Come!

A dynamic, evolving game board is launching alongside the expansion. This Year of the Raptor board will remain a staple throughout the year, receiving visual and audio updates with each subsequent expansion.

The Core Set is also getting a refresh, featuring the return of some classic cards (with adjustments) and the introduction of new cards. With so much on the horizon, now might be the perfect time to return to Hearthstone! Download it from the Google Play Store if you haven't already.

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