I think what I like the most about Exode is the artwork, followed by the lore behind every single card/ability/faction/ ... you get the idea. I do like such detail as it makes the entire world more immersive (if one bothers to actually read).
I love the music/sound effects too, although that could be personal bias as that music brings back memories of when I first started playing Starcraft.
That being so, the entire game with all it's different stats/abilities/and the like, is proving to be rather intimidating to any casual player. Perhaps a "game advisor" for every action you take in the game which can be toggled on/off, much like those used in the Civilization series?
I really like that idea. Would be a good way to guide new players around without being super intrusive to veterans. I'm interested in hearing what @elindos thinks about this.
!PIZZA