Blizzard’s Epic Crossover Brings Hearthstone Cards to Diablo Immortal
Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled an exciting limited-time crossover event, “Heroes of the Hearth,” blending the worlds of Diablo Immortal and Hearthstone. Running from July 30 to August 27, 2025, the event introduces 18 iconic Hearthstone cards into Diablo Immortal, each offering unique abilities to enhance gameplay. Players can collect these cards through the event hub or by purchasing themed bundles from the in-game shop.
Available Cards and Their Abilities
The event features a diverse range of cards, categorized by class and rarity. Here’s a breakdown of the cards and their effects:
Mage
- Polymorph (Common): Transforms nearby enemies into Yaks, increasing their damage taken.
- Ice Block (Epic): Grants immunity to damage, heals the player, and releases an ice blast that damages and freezes nearby enemies.
Warrior
- Bash (Common): Creates a damaging area and provides a shield upon dealing damage.
- Blade Storm (Epic): Surrounds the player with a storm of blades, damaging nearby enemies and blocking projectiles.
Hunter
- Explosive Trap (Common): Triggers an explosion upon taking damage, harming surrounding enemies.
- Snake Trap (Rare): Summons three Hellfire Deceivers that poison nearby enemies when the player takes damage.
Priest
- Holy Nova (Common): Releases a light blast that knocks back and damages nearby enemies while healing the player.
- Ancient of Lore (Epic): Heals the player and reduces other card cooldowns upon taking damage.
Warlock
- Flame Imp (Common): Summons a Flame Imp to attack enemies.
- Defile (Rare): Marks nearby enemies; if they die while marked, the effect spreads to other nearby enemies.
Shaman
- Windfury (Common): Grants the ability to attack twice in quick succession.
- Lightning Storm (Rare): Deals damage to all nearby enemies.
Paladin
- Blessing of Wisdom (Common): Grants increased resource regeneration.
- Lay on Hands (Rare): Heals the player and nearby allies.
Druid
- Swipe (Common): Deals damage to all nearby enemies.
- Ancient of Lore (Epic): Heals the player and reduces other card cooldowns upon taking damage.
Rogue
- Backstab (Common): Deals extra damage to undamaged enemies.
- Preparation (Rare): Shortens the cooldowns of all skills for a short period.
New Game Modes and Rewards
The cards can be utilized in two revamped game modes:
- Trial of the Hearth: Players select two cards—one as an active buff and the other as a combat orb that drops during the match.
- Enchanted Planes: A reimagined Fractured Plane where players choose three cards, with one activated immediately and the others obtained through Chaotic Altars and Treasure Chests.
Exclusive rewards for participating in the event include:
- A 2-Star Manaflux Legendary Gem
- 10 Legendary Crests
- An event-themed Portal cosmetic
- An Avatar Frame
Players can also redeem the promo code “CARDCOLLECT” for additional in-game items, including sapphires, rare crests, and a random card.
Community Reactions
The announcement has sparked lively discussions among players. Many are excited about the crossover, with some already planning strategies to maximize the benefits of the new cards. Others have expressed curiosity about how the event will impact the game’s meta.
However, the event hasn’t been without controversy. Some fans have raised concerns about the promotional art, speculating that it may have been generated using AI—a topic that has divided the community.
Final Thoughts
The “Heroes of the Hearth” event is a bold and creative crossover that brings fresh content to Diablo Immortal. With its unique card mechanics and exclusive rewards, it promises to offer an engaging experience for both new and veteran players. Whether you’re a fan of Hearthstone or Diablo Immortal, this event is worth diving into.
