I just checked the web site of my FLGS, and he doesn't even have the new edition listed. The publishers are definitely waiting to see the response before deciding future plans. I am not looking forward to buying everything a second time in new artwork, so my personal preference is to carry on with the old art style. I have never heard anybody say they didn't like Carcassonne because of the artwork. Those who don't enjoy it, in my experience, prefer different style of gameplay.