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Hearthstone Introduces Its First In-Game Pet with a Gacha Twist
Hearthstone launches a new interactive pet, but its high cost via gacha mechanics has sparked frustration among players.
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The new King Krush pet in Hearthstone is available through a gacha mechanic, with a less than 1% chance of acquisition.
Players are frustrated by the mechanism, which requires as much as $158 for those hoping to claim it. Blizzard’s method of integrating this pet has attracted widespread criticism from the game’s community.
Key Details
- Initial Pull: The first attempt to win a pet is free, but costs increase for subsequent attempts.
- Success Rate: Players have a 0.1% chance to get King Krush on the first try, with incremental increases for every pull thereafter.
- Cost: After the initial free pull, the total cost for 10 pulls can reach $158.
Players have pointed out that making such a sought-after feature excessively expensive diminishes the value and enjoyment of the game. Many fans on platforms like Twitter have expressed disappointment, urging the developers to reconsider the pricing model for a more accessible option.
