Hearthstone Battlegrounds ignites Season 8 with a whirlwind of new content! This latest update introduces exciting features, heroes, and cards, alongside refinements that seasoned players will appreciate. Let's dive into the details.
Trinkets: The New Power-Ups
Following the Perils in Paradise update, Season 8 introduces Trinkets as the primary power-up mechanic. Players can acquire 56 Lesser Trinkets and 60 Greater Trinkets, with the possibility of obtaining duplicates. These potent upgrades are available on turns 6 and 9, offering four choices each time. The Trinkets offered are dynamically influenced by your chosen hero and current board composition (Elementals, Dragons, Murlocs, etc.), ensuring diverse strategic options.
Marin the Manager: A New Hero Arrives
Meet Marin the Manager, the newest addition to the Hearthstone Battlegrounds roster. Marin provides a significant advantage: access to a Trinket one turn earlier than usual. This strategic boost can significantly impact your gameplay. [Link to Marin video here - replace with actual link if available]
Balancing Act: Minions In and Out
Season 8 sees a significant roster shake-up. While 41 minions are rotated out, 22 fan favorites return, accompanied by 27 brand-new minions and 2 fresh Tavern spells. This careful balance aims to maintain a dynamic and engaging meta.
New Cards to Collect
Four exciting new cards enhance the strategic depth:
- Free Travel Winner (Tier 2): A 2/2 minion that vanishes after combat, rewarding you with a Triple Reward.
- Inspiring Underdog (Tier 4): Boosts the stats of your lower-tier minions.
- Lucky Egg (Tier 5): Transforms a Tier 3 minion into its Golden counterpart.
- Sun Screener (Tier 6): A 10/1 minion granting Divine Shield to your three leftmost minions and your opponent's three leftmost minions.
Marin Resort's Treasure Hunt Event
From August 27th to September 17th, participate in the Marin Resort's Treasure Hunt event. Complete the Event Quests to earn a total of 14 card packs, including rewards from Perils in Paradise and Whizbang's Workshop.
Prepare for an exhilarating Hearthstone Battlegrounds Season 8! Download the game from the Google Play Store (if you haven't already) and get ready to conquer the board.
