However, D&D' s designers assured fans that the Artificer would be updated in a future release. Ahead of that release, Wizards shared a new Unearthed Arcana playtest including a rules revision for ...

The 2024 edition of D&D is revamping the Artificer class with new spells and abilities. The updated Artificer class now includes options to craft magical items and burn them for spell slots.

The Artificer class gives players the opportunity to add their own flavor to spells, items and actions, so you can really feel like you're leaving your mark on the game world.