Blizzard says data-delivering Hearthstone API is coming soon

We’re about to find a whole lot more about how exactly people play Hearthstone.

Blizzard revealed on its forums that its digital card game, Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft, is getting an API soon. An API (application program interface) allows outside parties to easily access information about a game. For Hearthstone, it’ll allow people to find stats on which cards get played the most, what kinds of decks win the most often, and more.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.