Gwent has been reworked for the better from its days as a mini-game in The Witcher 3 and through an extended beta period. The game in its current state has a diverse meta, with an incredibly generous business model. Ranked play has a healthy and diverse meta, made even better by the most recent Mulligan patch. Games are played best two out of three rounds. The game encourages clever bluffing and hand management to win. Deck building is far more interesting here than in other games - you pick a leader and build a deck of 25+ cards. Each card costs provisions (and your deck can cost up to 150 provisions + the provision bonus of your leader). Further, this provision system provides the developers an effective way to balance the card pool. The pricing of the game is very generous - its very possible to play for free. There are many in-game achievements (contracts) to be done, all of which award points to spend on various rewards - new leaders, resources for making cards or buying packs (kegs) etc. Further improvements are still coming - improved starter decks are in the works, as well as new leaders & future large expansions. Seasons are also going to see thematic quests and game modes. Support CDPR by giving the game a go, they truly care about the future of the game and it provides interesting strategy whether you're a Witcher or CCG fan.
