Because players are incredibly creative, they will always find unintended synergies that make certain cards overwhelmingly powerful.

If a game's meta remains stagnant for too long, the player base quickly becomes bored of seeing the exact same decks.

Tweaking the Numbers

When a card has an abnormally high win rate across the global ladder, the developers must step in and apply a 'nerf'.

This constant cycle of raising and lowering power levels ensures that every card eventually gets its time in the spotlight.

• It will inevitably be nerfed in the next patch.
• Read the patch notes carefully every month.
• Don't complain when your favorite card gets nerfed.

Surviving Patch Day

A well-rounded, classic deck archetype will usually survive a balance patch with only minor adjustments needed.

Observe what the top players and content creators are experimenting with to get a feel for the new landscape.

The Constant Evolution

Embrace the chaos of patch day, and view it as an opportunity to master a completely new playstyle.

Stay flexible, keep experimenting, and enjoy the ever-evolving puzzle of the arena.