I’d like to suggest two features that I believe would greatly enhance the game experience for many of us — especially those who play frequently or competitively.
- Option to Turn Off Animations
Animations during battles and other in-game actions, while visually polished, can significantly slow down gameplay. On slower systems or during late-game rounds with many minions and effects, these animations can cause performance drops, freezing, or delays. Adding an option to disable or minimize animations would help make the experience smoother and faster — especially for those of us who are more focused on strategy than visuals.
- Option to Skip Battle Phase
For experienced players, the battle phase is often predictable, and waiting through the full animation each round can feel tedious. A toggle or “fast-forward” option would allow players to skip or speed through the combat phase once the outcome is determined or simply if they choose to. This would make the game more time-efficient, especially during longer sessions or when watching repetitive battles.
These features would not only improve performance but also enhance the user experience, especially for top-tier players who value efficiency. I’ve spoken with other players who feel similarly, and I believe this would be a welcomed improvement across the community.
Thanks for reading — I’d love to hear others’ thoughts on this, and I hope the Blizzard team takes this into consideration for future updates.