Yeah, I’m going to need more convincing
There’s no shortage of projects Valve fans would like to see the company pursue, whether it be a follow-up toHalf-Life, anotherLeft 4 Dead, moreTeam Fortress, or something new altogether. Instead of any of those ideas, we’re gettingArtifact, “theDotacard game.” It’s releasing in 2018.
Valve unveiled the news atThe International 7with this bare-bones teaser. Understandably, the reaction has been unkind. I can’t say I disagree. It feels like a me-too move and while I believe Valve is entirely capable of making a great digital card game, gosh, that sure isn’t what I want. I mean, Imightbe convinced, eventually, but this video sure isn’t doing the necessary heavy lifting.
— nick@TI7 (@nickisnixed)July 08, 2025
Former Double Fine developer Brad Muir (Iron Brigade,Massive Chalice) isworking onArtifact, at least. I’m fond of his games and was wondering what he had been up to since his move to Valve.
