Training Time REMOVED from Clash of Clans!

Summary

The upcoming *Clash of Clans* update introduces significant changes, with the most notable being the removal of army training times. Players will now have instant access to troops, spells, siege machines, and heroes, enabling unlimited attacks outside Legends League. To combat clouding, a new 'match anytime' server tech will allow snapshot base attacks. Donations will require elixir or dark elixir, and donation timers will be reduced for Gold Pass users. Additionally, trophy curves will be adjusted to prevent rapid trophy inflation. These changes aim to improve gameplay while addressing potential challenges like balancing and monetization.

Takeaways

• 😀 The biggest change to Clash of Clans is the removal of training times for troops, spells, siege machines, and heroes, making them instantly available.
• 😀 Players can attack as many times as they want, except in Legends League, without needing to wait for troops to train.
• 😀 The removal of training time is seen as a solution to player complaints and is expected to improve player experience.
• 😀 A new 'match anytime' server tech will allow players to attack 'snapshot' bases if no eligible bases are found, with no loot or trophies lost by the defender.
• 😀 Training potions will no longer be sold in in-app purchases. Players with unused potions will receive a gem conversion (10 gems per potion).
• 😀 Donations will now require Elixir or Dark Elixir for each troop, spell, or siege machine, reintroducing a cost for donating.
• 😀 The Clan Castle donation request timer will be reduced to a flat 10 minutes for all players, with Gold Pass users able to reduce it further.
• 😀 The 'One Gem Donation' perk will still exist, but players will need to use Elixir or Dark Elixir unless they have the Gold Pass.
• 😀 Trophies earned from victories will be reduced, with the largest reduction for one-star victories, to prevent quick trophy inflation.
• 😀 Unlimited attacks won’t be immediately available in Legends League, but players can complete their 8 daily battles in a single sitting for now.

Q & A

What is the biggest change coming to *Clash of Clans* later this month?

The biggest change is the removal of training time for troops, spells, siege machines, and heroes. Players will be able to attack as many times as they want without waiting for troops to train.

How does the removal of training time impact gameplay?

With no training time, players can instantly attack after finishing a battle, allowing for faster progression and the ability to play longer sessions. However, this could cause issues like clouds where players struggle to find bases.

What is the 'match anytime' feature, and how does it address clouding?

The 'match anytime' feature will allow players to attack a snapshot base of a real player if there are no available bases. The snapshot base does not lose loot or trophies, ensuring the defender is unaffected.

What happens to training potions with this update?

Training potions will be removed from in-app purchases. Players who currently own training potions can convert them to gems at a rate of 10 gems per potion. They will still be available through the Trader and Gold Pass.

How will donations work after the update?

Donations will require elixir or dark elixir once the training time is removed. Players will need to use loot to donate troops, and the Clan Castle request timer will be reduced to a flat 10 minutes for all players.

What changes are being made to the Gold Pass with this update?

The Gold Pass will now offer a reduction in the donation request timer instead of the previous training perk. It will also maintain the one gem donation feature, which allows donations without using elixir or dark elixir.

How are trophies being adjusted with the removal of training time?

To prevent trophy inflation, the amount of trophies earned from victories will be reduced, especially for one-star victories. This ensures that players cannot rapidly climb trophies with quick, easy wins.

What will happen to Legends League after the update?

For now, Legends League will still be limited to 8 attacks per day. While unlimited attacks will be introduced later, players will be able to complete all 8 attacks in a single sitting once this update is live.

Why is there a reduction in trophies for one-star victories?

The reduction in trophies for one-star victories is designed to prevent players from quickly inflating their trophy count through easy wins. This creates a better balance, especially in lower leagues.

How will these changes affect the overall monetization of *Clash of Clans*?

The removal of training time and training potions will reduce monetization in some areas. However, the developers aim to offset this by focusing on cosmetics and other in-game purchases to maintain revenue while improving the player experience.