The Massive Problem with Hero Equipment in Clash of Clans

TLDRThe recent addition of hero equipment in Clash of Clans has created a major issue in the game. Upgrading hero equipment no longer enhances special abilities, making hero upgrades less valuable. The main way to obtain the required ores for upgrades is through Clan Wars, which limits progression for free-to-play players. This has led to concerns about the game becoming more pay-to-win. Possible solutions include reducing upgrade times and costs, making books of heroes cheaper, and finding alternative ways to obtain ores.

Key insights

🛠️Upgrading hero equipment no longer enhances special abilities, reducing the value of hero upgrades.

💰Obtaining required ores for upgrades mainly through Clan Wars limits progression for free-to-play players.

🐢Long upgrade times for heroes hinder participation in Clan Wars and overall game progression.

💎Books of Heroes, used for instant upgrades, are too expensive and not readily available for all heroes.

⚙️Possible solutions include reducing upgrade times and costs, making books of heroes cheaper, and finding alternative ways to obtain ores.

Q&A

Why are hero upgrades less valuable now?

Upgrading hero equipment no longer enhances special abilities, only upgrading base stats.

How do Clan Wars limit progression for free-to-play players?

The main way to obtain required ores is through Clan Wars, making it difficult for players without upgraded heroes to participate and earn ores.

Why are hero upgrades taking so long?

Long upgrade times for heroes prevent players from using their heroes during upgrades, hindering participation in Clan Wars and overall game progression.

Why are books of heroes too expensive?

At 500 gems, books of heroes are costly and not easily obtainable for free-to-play players, limiting their ability to instantly upgrade heroes.

What are possible solutions to these issues?

Possible solutions include reducing upgrade times and costs, making books of heroes cheaper, and finding alternative ways to obtain ores.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The recent addition of hero equipment in Clash of Clans has created a major issue in the game.

03:12Upgrading hero equipment no longer enhances special abilities, reducing the value of hero upgrades.

06:57The main way to obtain required ores for upgrades is through Clan Wars, limiting progression for free-to-play players.

10:46Long upgrade times for heroes hinder participation in Clan Wars and overall game progression.

13:00Books of Heroes, used for instant upgrades, are too expensive and not readily available for all heroes.

14:00Possible solutions include reducing upgrade times and costs, making books of heroes cheaper, and finding alternative ways to obtain ores.