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What changed in Artifact in 2021

29 updates · 11 main milestones · Mar 4, 2021 to Mar 11, 2021

  1. 3 events
    Artifact Foundry Now Availablenew content

    Artifact Foundry is now generally available for installation alongside Artifact Classic.

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    Installation Button Fixedbug fix

    The button to install or play Artifact Foundry has been fixed to correctly install or launch the intended version.

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    Final Patch Released for Artifact Foundryother

    A final patch for Artifact Foundry has been released.

    Steam
  2. 26 events
    Fixed turn recognition bugbug fix

    Resolved an issue where the client sometimes didn't recognize it was the player's turn under specific conditions.

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    Fixed Blitz Timer issuebug fix

    Blitz Timer now functions correctly in player-run tournaments.

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    Existing players reward track completiongameplay

    Existing players can continue their reward track, with packs and tickets replaced by Collector's Edition packs.

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    Introduction of Artifact Classic and Artifact Foundrynew contentMilestone

    Two versions of the digital card game, Artifact Classic and Artifact Foundry, have been released.

    Steam
    Removal of prized entry fee eventsgameplay

    Events that required entry fees for prizes have been removed.

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    Tightened matchmaking parametersgameplay

    Matchmaking parameters have been adjusted for improved balance.

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    Earning Cards in Artifact Foundrybalance changeMilestone

    Players earn cards by playing the game; no cards or packs will be for sale.

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    All Cards Available for Freebalance changeMilestone

    All players receive every card for free; card packs can no longer be purchased.

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    All players have access to all cardsnew contentMilestone

    Players no longer need to collect cards as all cards are now accessible.

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    Collector's Edition cards conversionbalance change

    Collected cards have been converted into gold Collector's Edition cards.

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    Gameplay Changes in Artifact FoundrygameplayMilestone

    Artifact Foundry gameplay focuses more on heroes and removes most random elements, enhancing player agency.

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    Recycling Collector's Edition cardsnew content

    Recycling excess Collector's Edition cards now yields 1 Collector's Edition pack instead of a ticket.

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    Distribution of Collector's Edition packsnew content

    Players registered in prized events received Collector's Edition packs equal to the first place payout.

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    Final Card Art Added to Artifact Foundrynew contentMilestone

    All final card art that was in the pipeline is now included in the game.

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    Gameplay Mechanics of Artifact Classic and Foundrygameplay

    Artifact Classic features sequential lane play while Artifact Foundry allows simultaneous lane play.

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    Unused tickets compensationnew content

    Players with unused tickets received 1 Collector's Edition pack for each unused ticket.

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    Transition to Free-to-Play ModelotherMilestone

    Both Artifact Classic and Artifact Foundry are free, with all players having access to every card.

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    Removal of card packs and tickets for salestoreMilestone

    Card packs and tickets are no longer available for purchase.

    Steam
    Updated Call to Arms preconstructed decksbalance change

    Slight updates made to preconstructed decks for better balance.

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    Game Modes in Artifact Classicgameplay

    Artifact Classic features various game modes including full-deck draft gauntlets and constructed gauntlets.

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    Game Modes in Artifact Foundrygameplay

    Artifact Foundry includes new game modes such as 1v1 Hero Draft ladder and a Single Player Campaign.

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    Reward track adjustments for new playersgameplay

    New players will not receive or earn any Collector's Edition cards as packs and tickets have been removed from their reward track.

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    New Cards and Heroes in Artifact Foundrynew contentMilestone

    Over 100 new cards and 20 new heroes have been introduced in Artifact Foundry.

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    Artifact Classic and Artifact Foundry Released for Freedlc releaseMilestone

    Both versions of Artifact are now available for free to everyone.

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    Removal of Paid Event Ticketsbalance change

    Paid event tickets have been removed from the game.

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    Collector's Edition Cards for Paid Playersbalance changeMilestone

    Paid players' existing cards converted to special Collector's Edition versions, which remain marketable.

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