Whether it be through sharp scrutiny or a curious glance, any person's review of Hearthstone may tick a good number of boxes that an exciting new hobby would require.

Take for example my girlfriend who has never picked up a game since she put down Reader Rabbit ten years ago. Seriously getting into gaming and the community that comes with it can be a daunting task when you consider not only the general culture she's missed out on, but also the fact that the computer she owns may be lacking in the "sheer power" department. That's where a TCG (Trading Card Game) like Hearthstone can come in. Hearthstone is free to play, easy to learn, and easy to run (it can even be run on the phone). But at the same time it features one of the biggest and friendliest communities which has the depth one would desire.

From a veteran gamer's point of view Hearthstone is another game that features a low skill floor and a high skill ceiling. Games like this are a rarity nowadays and the special conditions allow for things that everyone can benefit from.