CD Projekt Red is ending its support for Gwent: The Witcher Card Game. The developer announced that the most recent update will be the last for the free-to-play Witcher spin-off.
In a recent blog post, CD Projekt Red confirmed that it's ending developer support for Gwent with the release of Update 11.10. The studio is handing over control of future card balances to the community. "With the advent of GWENTFINITY, we are leaving the future balance of GWENT in your hands," the developer said.
In a highly unusual decision, CD Projekt Red is shifting control of Gwent's monthly balance changes to its players. This means that gamers can now vote on which cards need to be buffed and which should be nerfed. Voting can be done via the Balance Council, a system that allows dedicated Gwent players to vote on changes.
Only players that have reached the prestige level at least once and worked their way to Pro Rank, or have won 25 ranked games during the season can vote on the changes. It is a steep requirement, but it ensures that only the players who have deep enough knowledge of the game can vote.
"Monthly changes to the cards are an important part of the Gwent content cycle; we always tried to ensure that there is something new to consider at the start of each season," CD Projekt Red said.