Artifact

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2.2

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 622 Ratings

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  1. CoryClark
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Artifact is probably the best card game out there beating out uno, and cards against humanity
  2. Storm_yeti
    Dec 4, 2018
    10
    It's can't be bad because people it's a VALVE!! Лично я приветствую игру конечно со временем тут исправят проблему с pay to win.
  3. turavv
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Unlimited drafting for $20 seems good to me, seems like a lot of people expect the game to pay them for some reason...
  4. peacefullman
    Dec 3, 2018
    8
    The game is far from perfect, but it has a fresh look at how CCG can look like and feels like. Of course, it has not been perfectly balanced, but which competitive game was? I think monetization schema is not complete, we need some sort of weekly quest to have 1 ticket free. I can understand people that say that it too much, but they do not play seriously other big CCG(MTGO or MTGArena)mThe game is far from perfect, but it has a fresh look at how CCG can look like and feels like. Of course, it has not been perfectly balanced, but which competitive game was? I think monetization schema is not complete, we need some sort of weekly quest to have 1 ticket free. I can understand people that say that it too much, but they do not play seriously other big CCG(MTGO or MTGArena)m they are much more expensive and greedy.… Expand
  5. scarluc
    Dec 5, 2018
    9
    Artifacts is the game that definitely knocked Magic out of my head as the TCG to follow.
    In my opinion, this is a card game that uses the PC (or technology) as a platform, a card game, whatever it is a video game is anecdotal.
    If there are negative opinions, they are mostly for the price, which does not make much sense because the game is cheap, whoever has played TCG knows that it is    Artifacts is the game that definitely knocked Magic out of my head as the TCG to follow.
    In my opinion, this is a card game that uses the PC (or technology) as a platform, a card game, whatever it is a video game is anecdotal.
    If there are negative opinions, they are mostly for the price, which does not make much sense because the game is cheap, whoever has played TCG knows that it is like that. Is not pay2win, at all, there are better letters than others? Yes, are they necessary? No, are they ridiculously expensive or inaccessible?.
    Although there are aspects to improve, I consider that the initial product is at least solid.
    My negative criticism in the RNG, I do not like it a bit. I really hate this, so the game is excellent. I hope so, and avoid the RNG, which was largely what killed a Hearthstone.    … Expand
  6. HarambePraiser
    Dec 2, 2018
    9
    Artifact is a great TCG. Don't get turned off by all the people who know nothing about traditional card game monetization and whine about it being "pay2win". The monetization fits the game well.
    Artifact is complex, fun, thrilling and addictive. Highly recommended
  7. WoobWoobDriver
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    If you wanna play HS go and play. But if you really want play true card game – play in Artifact
  8. CristobaL
    Dec 3, 2018
    9
    This game have some imbalanced rare cards, but even if you have it, you can easily lose match to basic deck. You should think on every move and every card on battlefield — this is challenging a lot.
  9. WalterHooke
    Jan 21, 2019
    10
    Best card game ever played and still it has a good potential. Big thanks and good luck to developers.
  10. pinolious
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    Last patch pretty much fixed every problem the game had. Best CCG out there by far.
  11. vikingfenn
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    Artifact is a game with a high skill ceiling. The price is low compared to other games in the genre. One of the high points of the game is the diversity of strategies possible to win. Because of this it is somewhat common for games to end very close. As in a wrong move or passing at the wrong time can decide a game. It is very mentally taxing and enjoyable!
  12. shondo
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    Very enjoyable and complex card game with unique systems that differentiates Artifact from other popular CGCs. For those complaining about having to pay money for the experience, shut your over entitled mouth. The quality of the game is worth some money, 20 bucks for a couple of nice starter decks and some packs aint bad. And with the card buying system, I was able to make a fun deck thatVery enjoyable and complex card game with unique systems that differentiates Artifact from other popular CGCs. For those complaining about having to pay money for the experience, shut your over entitled mouth. The quality of the game is worth some money, 20 bucks for a couple of nice starter decks and some packs aint bad. And with the card buying system, I was able to make a fun deck that I haven't lost with yet for 5 extra dollars, in addition to all the cards I was already given. If you can't afford to spend 25 dollars on a game that you can sink a ton of hours into, then you should be focusing on fixing your financial situation instead playing video games.… Expand
  13. wizzrobe
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    All these people have the same complaints, and they don't make much sense.
    Sure, if all you want to do is play constructed in expert mode, you're going to have a rough time, but that's the exact same in every other CCG.
    For the price you get infinite drafts, friend tournaments, and the chance to grind expect draft if you are good enough. (you can also trade 20 cards for a event ticket,    All these people have the same complaints, and they don't make much sense.
    Sure, if all you want to do is play constructed in expert mode, you're going to have a rough time, but that's the exact same in every other CCG.
    For the price you get infinite drafts, friend tournaments, and the chance to grind expect draft if you are good enough. (you can also trade 20 cards for a event ticket, and you can buy cards for .03 each = .60 for a ticket)
    The only legit complaint is the lack of progression system, but they said that they are working on that currently.
    If that's the only reason you play, then just stay away until they implement it, but I'm have plenty of fun just drafting in casual and sometimes expert modes.    … Expand
  14. Tamarizz
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    This is by far the best DIGITAL Card Game, visually it is the best of all, amazing art, amazing animations, gameplay is so depth and so simple at the same time that makes every match quite interesting. I'm sure THIS IS NOT A CASUAL CARD GAME and in no way it's a game FOR DOTA players. Kids are crying about business model, but that's just because they don't know that in real life card gamesThis is by far the best DIGITAL Card Game, visually it is the best of all, amazing art, amazing animations, gameplay is so depth and so simple at the same time that makes every match quite interesting. I'm sure THIS IS NOT A CASUAL CARD GAME and in no way it's a game FOR DOTA players. Kids are crying about business model, but that's just because they don't know that in real life card games has almost this same business model, also the "Free to play" era brainwashed a lot of kids and nowadays if game isn't free they will tauntrum till death. But leaving aside the business model (which to be honest fits perfectly): Visuals 10/10, Gameplay 10/10, Game modes 9/10, Music and Sound 10/10, Market 9/10, Price 9/10.… Expand
  15. saitansky
    Nov 29, 2018
    9
    Its funny how people rate the game didn't rly played it or try to tell you they have played it... You can play with every card just for fun or pay to buy card to play competitively and since the beta close they change it a lot.

    To have fun with friend i will suggest it anytime, if you want to compete and put money into the game, nothing bad there too. I was a big player of magic    Its funny how people rate the game didn't rly played it or try to tell you they have played it... You can play with every card just for fun or pay to buy card to play competitively and since the beta close they change it a lot.

    To have fun with friend i will suggest it anytime, if you want to compete and put money into the game, nothing bad there too.

    I was a big player of magic (IRL) and this game bring something fresh but conventional. I hope they continue ptting more card and maybe some mode (created by player) like dota 2 do.    … Expand
  16. Astridius
    Nov 29, 2018
    8
    The community hears 'no grinding for cards' and loses its **** I agree that would be a nice addition, but this is supposed to be a TCG, not a CCG, by allowing all the grinding that would just crash the economy of the game. Looking at other games like MTG, why the hell is no one putting a fuss up about its 'monetization' it is a card game this **** is expected. If you are ok with spendingThe community hears 'no grinding for cards' and loses its **** I agree that would be a nice addition, but this is supposed to be a TCG, not a CCG, by allowing all the grinding that would just crash the economy of the game. Looking at other games like MTG, why the hell is no one putting a fuss up about its 'monetization' it is a card game this **** is expected. If you are ok with spending some money like literally every other TCG than you are in for a complex amazingly designed experience. When compared to Hearthstone Artifact is massively more reliant on skill and less on rng. A lot of people are complaining about the 'RNG' in Artifact, all this really amounts to is the drop of the first three heroes, but this is more of a shakeup and testament to the skill of the player as any adversity if at all will not decide the match. I find it insane people are complaining about the rng in this game, Hearthstone is unplayable to a skilled TCG player because once you reach a cap of strategy, where in ladder you are somewhat level with your peers, it is entirely up to RN-Jesus. This game requires money, but its one that requires skill and if you have that you are in for some fun. I hope Valve implements some solution to the inflamed community, for now, get **** gud.… Expand
  17. Frying1Pans
    Nov 28, 2018
    9
    Very ****ing fun. This game doesn't have that distinct valve charm, though.
  18. Volviq
    Nov 29, 2018
    9
    Valve made a great game with peffect mechanics. In it's core it is the best digital card game ever created. A lot of people compain about monetisation, but most of them just hadn't understood the system. Acually it is less pay2win than in other games cause you can trade cards directly.
  19. Numitor
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    One of the best CCG on the market. For the thinking player. Sadly, but Artifact will not be accepted by the mass market accustomed to a bunch of second-rate but free ****
  20. Triarier
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Surprisingly deep card game.
    Enjoyed more than anticipated.
    Expensive computer game, but one of the cheapest TCGs
  21. AMbifull
    Dec 1, 2018
    9
    Review personal y completa...
    Experiencia personal: Magic, hearthstone, poker... desde hace anyos. Ambos me encantan y son complementarios a artifact, aunque creo que hemos subido un peldanyo con este juego (perdon por los acentos y faltas, no tengo teclado esp)
    Artifact es genial, estratejico, facil y a la vez complejo en cuanto a sus nuevas mecanicas y muy bien pensado en general.    Review personal y completa...
    Experiencia personal: Magic, hearthstone, poker... desde hace anyos. Ambos me encantan y son complementarios a artifact, aunque creo que hemos subido un peldanyo con este juego (perdon por los acentos y faltas, no tengo teclado esp)

    Artifact es genial, estratejico, facil y a la vez complejo en cuanto a sus nuevas mecanicas y muy bien pensado en general.
    Han suprimido la mecanica de robo de mana de antiguos juegos de cartas, no hay limite de cartas en la mano, no mueres si te quedas ya sin cartas de robo, hay objetos de complemento para tus heroes, los heroes reviven, han anadido mecanicas de iniciativa, robo, capacidades nuevas... la curva de aprendizaje es muy buena. todo es intuitivo y facil pero a la vez profundo y dificil de ser master.
    asi como en hearthsone o magic ya sabes de antemano cuando empieza la partida si tienes mas o menos porcentaje de posibilidades de ganar, aqui todo recae mas en la qualidad de tu juego.
    hay un minimo de aleatorio, como en los buenos juegos de cartas. no es ajedrez, es mas bien poker, en el sentido en el que la parte pssicologica tambien aporta un plus en las victorias o derrotas.
    ademas al contrario de hearthstone, donde mis 50€ invertidos en 4anyos se devaluan poco a poco. las cartas no te pertenecen, y sy descrafteas un heros te devuelven en polvo arcano 1/4. En este puedes invertir 20-30 euros y revender tus cartas para comprar nuevas, igual para con las nuevas expansiones. Pierdes 0 o poco segun tu habilidad de escojer cuando vender tus cartas claro.
    Y encima con un monton de modos de juego, vs, drafts, e incluso puedes crear torneos propios.
    Sinceramente el mejor juego de cartas, a igual nivel que el poker (mas serio) o hearthstone (mas facil y rapido = partidas cuando cocinas o estas en el trono, o contra amigos que no se quieren comer el coco)
    con este juego tienes las dos facetas. facil y despreocupado y version mas competitiva donde la adrenalina te da un plus de felicidad cuando ganas.
    No hablo de la parte en la que puedes ganar dinero porque no es mi objetivo. un juego es para divertirse y con este hay disfrute para anyos. ejemplo el poker, puedes jugar un torneo con amigos y poner diner para generar esa adrenalina plus. No hablo de la parte profesional de los pros, solo del disfrute. Puro disfrute    … Expand
  22. SleepyPie
    Dec 1, 2018
    9
    This game has a JC Penny problem, where they created a pricing model that is actually beneficial to consumers, but the consumers are so addicted to exploitative models that they actually believe they are being ripped off.

    There are several misconceptions about the pricing that I'll cover here. #1: No rewards: It's true that there's nothing to earn in this game, and that's arguably    This game has a JC Penny problem, where they created a pricing model that is actually beneficial to consumers, but the consumers are so addicted to exploitative models that they actually believe they are being ripped off.

    There are several misconceptions about the pricing that I'll cover here.

    #1: No rewards: It's true that there's nothing to earn in this game, and that's arguably one of its best aspects. This game decided not to put players in a skinner box and be more upfront with the cost of cards. If there were free rewards being handed out, people could create extra accounts to milk them and scum the market, destroying the value of all collections. The point of having a collection of value, allows you to trade the cards you don't play for cards of similar values. This allows you to piece together meta decks on a budget, and ultimately is a far cheaper system then Hearthstone/Shadowverse. Instead of grinding in-game currency for months on end just to get one rare card, this game instead asks you to play for the fun of it and hands you draft mode right off the bat. If you play games for their progression systems rather than the content, you might have to ask yourself why you play at all.

    #2: You have to pay to play after buying the game: This is blatantly false. Arguably the most engaging feature of card games is draft, and you can play that infinitely for free here. This is easily worth the price of admission alone in my opinion. For constructed, there is a menu for free play that matches you up with random players of a hidden elo/mmr. You can also play directly with your friends easily, and even use their decks! It's as if your friend handed you their deck from across the table like any other CCG. This is a first for an online card game and really allows you to get more out of your collection. The only thing you would have to pay for is $1.25 for a ticket that allows you to attempt to win 5 games without losing two, and gives you prizes for winning 3+. It's pretty easy to win at least three, and that refunds you the ticket! Anything more wins you packs in addition to a ticket, so it's really simple to stretch value out of that ticket if you do decide to pay. You could additionally buy 20 cards that cost five cents, and turn them into a ticket, costing you only a dollar. This price is really reasonable, and maintains the value of everyone's collection as it gives the cards you could win a price.

    #3: This game is expensive: Reporters have mathed out that you could buy every copy of every card in the game for $300. This is an amazing deal for a CCG but it is also a ridiculous hypothetical. No player needs every card to be competitive, and you start with a serious chunk at the outset.
    There is a serious force that keep prices in check as well; every pack of cards contains at least one card of the highest rarity. So the supply of rare cards is large enough that they have a hard limit on how high their price can climb. For the history of this game this feature is intended to keep meta deck prices (from scratch) within $30 - $50. Compare this to Magic where meta decks can cost hundreds.
    But the most important thing to note about this is you can straight up trade cards you already have FOR 85% OF THEIR MARKET VALUE. Compare that to dusting systems in other card games that likely give you 1/8th to 1/10th of the currency (that you can only spend within that game). New card set coming out? Sell them for money, and snipe the meta cards with it. Your collection will depreciate orders of magnitude less than say Hearthstone or Shadowverse where a new set drops the value of your collection by nearly exactly the ratio of new cards introduced. This is because you can't trade or sell those cards, period.

    If you haven't gathered by now, I see this monitization as a fair and positive development in the loot-box skinner-box paradigm we're normally subjected to. And if you think of the pros it offers, and why they made the decision to try it as opposed to proven methods, I hope you'll see it that way too.

    Finally I have to mention what's bringing people to this game in the first place. The gameplay is not a 'dumbed down for mobile' spin on CCGs. It takes advantage of mechanics that could only work in digital to add interesting decisions - instead of adding excessive randomness to generate hype youtube compilations. What you are left with is something that could potentially rival Magic in a few sets, finally bringing the best aspects of card games into the modern era.

    I'm obviously really excited about this game, and I hope people give it a fair chance to succeed.    … Expand
  23. Hatchepsut
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    I love this game, ignore the cheap jerks. They want a free game AND free cards??? WHo gives you a free game NINTENDO???? This is my first card game, i am a long time dota player, and this is becoming my favorite game of all time. Its like dota but without the toxic rage quitters xD. Its a strategy card game, if you dont want that just ignore it, but it hits the sweet spot for me. Much moreI love this game, ignore the cheap jerks. They want a free game AND free cards??? WHo gives you a free game NINTENDO???? This is my first card game, i am a long time dota player, and this is becoming my favorite game of all time. Its like dota but without the toxic rage quitters xD. Its a strategy card game, if you dont want that just ignore it, but it hits the sweet spot for me. Much more fun than eu4 or civ6. So far I have played the game for free(20$ purchase fee). they give you 10 card packs to make a constructed deck + two basic full 50+ card decks. So i have so many cards idk what these guys crying. You dont even need the cards to play. I have been playing casual draft mode, and its ridiculous fun. you dont have to pay tickets or anything. So i just dont get why people criticize a company for not being free to play???? it costs 20$. then you can get all the cards besides the rares for probably 15$ or less. its less than 10 cents a card on the market. This is my first card game, so i dont even care about building a full deck, i just want to play the drafts. But even if you did its so cheap just dont by the 1-2 cards that cost 40$ lol. THis is not some micro transactions or something, this is literally how card games usually work. How did those kids get the magic decks?? magic the gathering. i think they payed and collected them. stop acting like everything has to be free or its "greed" they are a business they make money. think of your favorite game right now and ask yourself "does it cost money" lol yes it does. If its not for you just dont play it. I have like years in dota 2 and i spent like 40$ total on skins and stuff because it enhanced my experience. IF YOU DONT WANT TO DO THAT, JUST PLAY THE CASUAL MODES. ITS FREE AFTER BUYING THE GAME FOR 20$… Expand
  24. edrobot
    Nov 29, 2018
    8
    Artifact is a promising game, but it's steep learning curve and unusual business model might turn off potential players.

    If nothing else, the fundamentals are solid. The gameplay loop is satisfying, the interface clearly communicates all the information the player needs to know overloading them, and while there are some heavy RNG elements, the player has ample tools at their disposal to    Artifact is a promising game, but it's steep learning curve and unusual business model might turn off potential players.

    If nothing else, the fundamentals are solid. The gameplay loop is satisfying, the interface clearly communicates all the information the player needs to know overloading them, and while there are some heavy RNG elements, the player has ample tools at their disposal to tweak the odds in their favor.

    The bigger issue with the game is it's business model and integration with the Steam Marketplace, which I'm of two minds about. Eschewing the manipulative, free-to-play mechanics of Hearthstone or Gwent, It works like an old-school card game wherein you can only get new card packs by buying them with real money. There are no bonus packs from leveling up, daily quests to preform or daily login rewards; the only prizes you can earn are through winning sets of matches in constructed or draft formats. To make up for this, you can buy and sell your cards on the steam marketplace for real money via a very clear and straightforward interface.

    As I said, I'm of two minds about this. While you don't really feel a sense of progression, it's refreshing to see a game treat your you actually own your cards. It's the difference between Magic the Gathering Online and Magic the Gathering Arena.

    Thankfully, there is one feature that I'm quite happy to see; free-play "phantom drafts", where you can play card draft at your leisure without spending game tickets or whatever. You don't get to keep the cards you draft in this mode, but it's a good way to get a look at the broader scope of the game.

    Ultimately, I'm cautiously optimistic about Artifact. I hope it catches on, but I am worried that it's buisness model will keep it from finding a long-term playerbase. It's not for everyone, but there's a kind of person out there who's going to love this game.    … Expand
  25. youngck
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    User score is worst system. This score misleads people. Artifact is so good game. Beautiful graphic, deep game.
  26. nnlocke
    Nov 29, 2018
    8
    YOU CAN PLAY USING ALL CARDS WITHOUT BUYING CARD PACKS. In caps for all the haters.

    The draft mode (both casual and expert) allows you to draft a deck from all cards with no requirement that you own any cards beforehand. I personally think draft mode is better than min/maxed crafted decks mode, and I say that as someone who HAS spent money on cards and has 95% of the card collection.    YOU CAN PLAY USING ALL CARDS WITHOUT BUYING CARD PACKS. In caps for all the haters.

    The draft mode (both casual and expert) allows you to draft a deck from all cards with no requirement that you own any cards beforehand. I personally think draft mode is better than min/maxed crafted decks mode, and I say that as someone who HAS spent money on cards and has 95% of the card collection. Other than the initial cost, you DO NOT HAVE TO PAY (in casual).

    As to the actual game itself, I enjoy the complexity of the multiple lanes, the graphics are fantastic, but the balance between colors is a bit lacking at the moment (blue/green creep decks are monsters). This is to be expected since the game just released. The matches do run a bit long, so it's not as good of a 'pooping' game as Hearthstone, since it takes a bit and is fairly involved.

    Don't listen to the 'this is a cash grab' haters giving the game a 0. You do not have to buy cards to enjoy this game, and 0 is a stupid score to give - hell, at the very least the graphics merit a 1.    … Expand
  27. Selek
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    A terrific card game: challenging, complex, fun, different. The gameplay is tense and challenging; games often go down to the last card. The UI is terrific. Deckbuilding is fun. The draft modes are awesome.

    I like the monetization system: it's cheap to buy singles, and making a competitive deck is much quicker (and perhaps cheaper) than in Hearthstone. It's nice to be able to buy    A terrific card game: challenging, complex, fun, different. The gameplay is tense and challenging; games often go down to the last card. The UI is terrific. Deckbuilding is fun. The draft modes are awesome.

    I like the monetization system: it's cheap to buy singles, and making a competitive deck is much quicker (and perhaps cheaper) than in Hearthstone. It's nice to be able to buy singles for a few cents rather than grinding for them incessantly. That said, I'm glad Valve says adding some form of "progression" is its top priority. It'd be fun to see stats, and perhaps to earn foil cards, avatars, or other cosmetic items. But even without that, I'm having a blast with this game.    … Expand
  28. chekmate
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    An incredibly well designed game for the hardcore TCG player. It's the kind of game that demands several hours of learning in order to appreciate all of its intricacies, but once you put the time in, Artifact rewards you with a rich, complex, and competitive experience.
  29. raskeks
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Game pays for itself after one keepers draf while you still have countless possible game modes.
  30. Daniel_Ahab
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Yesterday, I wanted to go to sleep at around midnight. Then I noticed day9 is streaming artifact, so I checked out his games. Mono blue, interesting (especially after watching lifecoach's youtube video describing blue as useless). Then I thought I'll just watch one more game. Then he went for a break.

    However Savjz was streaming as well, and at this point I probably have to admit, I    Yesterday, I wanted to go to sleep at around midnight. Then I noticed day9 is streaming artifact, so I checked out his games. Mono blue, interesting (especially after watching lifecoach's youtube video describing blue as useless). Then I thought I'll just watch one more game. Then he went for a break.

    However Savjz was streaming as well, and at this point I probably have to admit, I adore the nordic english accent. I just melt whenever I hear it. So yeah... And even though he went 0-2, that second game was so freaking intense, I was literally sitting on the edge of my seat. Just watching some random game, not even a tournament.

    Now I am a **** zombie, but I can't wait to get home and watch some more artifact (have to survive 7 more days)

    in other words i like it    … Expand
  31. alsione
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Великолепная игра! Очень глубокая, сложная и интересная. всем рекомендую. Самая лучшая кки на данный момент и ее ждёт огромное будущее.
  32. VoldemarB
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    В целом игра производит положительное впечатление, она интересная и глубокая.
    Также это первая компьютерная ККИ (из тех, что я видел), где есть вторичный рынок карт и где эти карты имеют рыночную стоимость, а это очень сильно удешевляет и упрощает сбор коллекции. Нужно что-то редкое, не нужно покупать 100500 паков и молить бога рандома о милости, что тебе выпадет нужная карта или хватит    В целом игра производит положительное впечатление, она интересная и глубокая.
    Также это первая компьютерная ККИ (из тех, что я видел), где есть вторичный рынок карт и где эти карты имеют рыночную стоимость, а это очень сильно удешевляет и упрощает сбор коллекции. Нужно что-то редкое, не нужно покупать 100500 паков и молить бога рандома о милости, что тебе выпадет нужная карта или хватит пыли на ее создание, нужна пачка обычных карт, просто для коллекции, идешь и скупаешь их по себестоимости или ниже, а не спускаешь несколько сотен евро, наблюдая как тебе раз за разом падают дубликаты того, что у тебя уже есть, конечно потом дубликаты обычно пылят и пыли, возможно, хватает на создание недостающего, но это слишком дорого для карт просто в коллекцию. Паки в Артефакте конечно тоже можно открыть, но больше из любви к процессу и на начальном этапе сбора коллекции.
    Резюмируя, помимо интересного игрового процесса, вторичный рынок -- это то, что делает эту игру лучше других ККИ. Ради этого можно и стерпеть неизбежное зло, вроде полной платности, без которой рынок просто невозможен. Если и будут вводить какой-то фритуплей, то он должен быть настолько символическим, насколько это вообще возможно, чтобы не поломать экономику.    … Expand
  33. WNxWind
    Nov 28, 2018
    9
    Artifact is a masterclass of innovation in a stale genre. Valve alongside "Lord" Garfield, the creator of Magic: The Gathering have adapted DOTA 2 into a MUST BUY CCG. Expect large cash esports events!
  34. CrazyViking
    Mar 11, 2019
    10
    Core gameplay is good, cards on the market are cheap, could use an expansion to flesh out some of the deck archetypes but that'll come eventually. About to get colourblind support which is a godsend.

    New update made it even better btw.
  35. bronzi
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Artifact (classic) is an amazing game, even as it stands now (totally abandoned). Had the developers supported it properly upon release (updates, game modes, balance changes, etc) it would have been very successful, I have no doubt.
    All of the problems with the game were with the game/tournament modes, lack of player progression, new player experience, and lack of support/updates.
    The    Artifact (classic) is an amazing game, even as it stands now (totally abandoned). Had the developers supported it properly upon release (updates, game modes, balance changes, etc) it would have been very successful, I have no doubt.
    All of the problems with the game were with the game/tournament modes, lack of player progression, new player experience, and lack of support/updates.
    The fundamental gameplay is fantastic.

    At the first sign of trouble they scrapped the entire game and made a new, much worse version of Artifact from the ground up.

    I can't believe how little confidence Valve had in their own game. Many games have recovered from bad launches--Valve didn't even try.

    They trusted the judgment of the internet and endless superficial criticisms of the game, rather than their own hearts which guided them to create and release the game in the first place.
    They turned an absolutely great, unique, and destined to be classic game into an embarrassing footnote.

    Such a strange and sad situation.

    There's so much depth to the gameplay that it's still worth playing, potentially for many hours, despite being a dead game.    … Expand
  36. NightElves
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    I don't think I fully get it how to play this game. Doesn't really give you the best tutorial. Perhaps you need to know Dota 2 first, can't really tell for sure. Though it was fun playing it. So if you don't know what to do the next hour you can play this card game. I played Classic, maybe Foundry makes more sense. At least it's a free game.

Awards & Rankings

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#20 Most Discussed PC Game of 2018
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#60 Most Shared PC Game of 2018

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 5, 2019
    75
    Complex and challenging card game, but with some fundamental flaws and bad monetization system that basically killed the game even before it went out.
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  2. CD-Action
    Feb 6, 2019
    80
    Innovative mechanics designed by Richard Garfield (Magic: The Gathering), rules that you can grasp after just a couple of minutes, clear interface – Artifact is a great game. It’s a shame that it’s huge esports potential can be squandered, because Valve doesn’t seem to care for it enough to implement progression systems, leagues, rankings or means to comfortably communicate with rivals outside an invitation-only friendly tournament. [01/2019, p.58]
  3. Games.cz
    Jan 15, 2019
    50
    In theory, a brilliant card game for a demanding audience. In reality, a concept heavily damaged by bad balancing and a truly terrible monetization system. It may yet prove to be a success in the future - but right now, this is a game for wealthy masochists only.
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