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by jrockway 2445 days ago
I don't think the economic model is why Artifact failed. The reason Artifact failed is that it's not fun.
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Well, I for one didn't want to pay $20 to get a game i might not like where I have to pay ~~$100ish to test-out a deck I might end up not liking.

Seriously, when compared to Hearthstone (biggest, well establish competitor) free to try, can grind the cards, side modes, single player 'adventure' expansions etc. Valve throws Artifact as competition, unpolished product that wants your money upfront.

Valve needs to unstuck their head from the rearend, cuz they are no longer beloved internet darling.