Yes. The class is designed to make you suffer. As a warlock player, I don’t exactly enjoy being that player, that actively seeks to make a bad time for my opponent. Although, does losing ever feel good? For most players, the answer’s no. However, how you lose certainly falls on a feels spectrum. For instance, take Azerite Snake. At the moment, it’s the thing to complain about feeling bad, losing to, and as such is going to be nerfed hard. But, that’s not because Blizzard cares about your feelings; that’s because Blizzard cares about money, and salty player aren’t going to be spending money on Hearthstone if they feel bad playing it.
Gamers are generally pieces of excrement.
Schyla has an interesting view of the warlock class, as well. Check out his comment explaining it here.
For fun, I went and asked ChatGPT why combo decks feel bad to lose to. This is its response:
The perception that combo decks can feel frustrating to lose to in Hearthstone is subjective and can vary from player to player. However, there are several reasons why some players may find losing to combo decks less enjoyable:
1. Limited Interactivity: Combo decks often focus on assembling specific combinations of cards to achieve a powerful or game-winning effect. When a combo deck successfully pulls off its combo, the opponent might feel that they had limited opportunities to interact or disrupt the combo.
2. Unpredictability: Some combo decks rely on drawing specific cards in a particular order. When this happens, the outcome of the game can feel more determined by luck (drawing the right cards) than by strategic decisions and player skill. This perceived lack of control can be frustrating for some players.
3. Sudden and Explosive Wins: Combo decks often have the potential for sudden, explosive turns that can end the game quickly. This can create a feeling of helplessness for the opponent, especially if they were not able to predict or prevent the combo.
4. Long Turns and Ropes: In some cases, executing a combo can involve long and intricate turns, especially with multiple card interactions. This can lead to longer turns and a perception of “roping” (waiting until the turn timer almost expires), which can be frustrating for opponents who want a faster-paced game.
5. Polarized Matchups: Some combo decks have matchups that are highly polarized, meaning they are either very favored or unfavored against certain types of decks. This can lead to a feeling of helplessness if a player faces a matchup where their deck has little counterplay against the combo.It’s important to note that while some players may find losing to combo decks frustrating, others appreciate the diversity of strategies and archetypes in the game. Game developers continually strive to maintain a healthy balance between different deck types to ensure a variety of playstyles and a positive overall player experience.