While I haven't played this game for long, I have come to appreciate the stimulative benefits of playing a strategy game with the thrill of winning rewards as you level up.
As someone who has spent time on other games that have progressive levels and push the player to acquire in-game upgrades and gear (I played mostly racing games like CSR, Real Racing 3, Microsoft flight, etc) Splinterlands offers an opportunity to acquire, earn and benefit from cards and crypto earned from playing the game.
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