These cards were generally was fine, but not superbeven in formats with artifact and enchantment creatures, it wasnt easy to get a satisfying two-for-one from these effects, and paying three mana to recur a single card is subpar
The most infamous combo is with Exquisite Blood or the recently printed Bloodthirsty Conqueror, either of which start an infinite life drain loop with Vito if an opponent loses life
Fast-forward to 2026, and there are 300+ planeswalkers roaming the Multiverse, each promising value, control, tokens, emblems, and at least one ability your opponent forgot to read
It remains to be seen whether this is worth losing access to all of the cascade support that includes green, but hes still definitely a powerful commander
Giving +3/+1 and trample the turn you cast it is already a huge way to force damage through, and the Monster role token is a big difference, compared to similar combat tricks