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Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks on AI, KPop Demon Hunters, and Harry Potter
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks discusses the company's significant investments in games and digital media, highlighting the success of the mobile game Monopoly Go. He also touches upon the expansion of established brands like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, as well as new ventures such as the upcoming video game Exodus.
Magic's Duskmourn Precon Bundle is Discounted Right Now, and It's an Absolute Bargain When You Consider What's Included - IGN
Amazon is offering a significant discount on a bundle of all four Magic: The Gathering Duskmourn Commander Decks, reducing the price by nearly $100. The bundle, valued at around $275, is available for $189 and includes the highly valuable Endless Punishment deck, along with other decks and a Collector Sample booster pack.
Magic: The Gathering's Lorwyn Eclipsed Booster Boxes Just Crashed to New All-Time Low Price at Amazon - IGN
Amazon has reduced the price of Magic: The Gathering's Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Boxes to $119.95, a 27% discount. Commander decks from the set, Blight Curse and Dance of the Elements, are also on sale, with the bundle of four decks available for $120.67.
MTG's new TMNT set delivers Turtle Power
Wizards of the Coast has released a new "Universes Beyond" set for Magic: The Gathering based on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This set aims to capture the diverse heritage of the franchise, offering various card treatments and mechanics inspired by different eras and media. Unlike the Marvel Spider-Man set, the TMNT set is available on digital platforms like MTG Arena and Magic Online.
Magic's Lord of the Rings Commander Decks Are Finally Back In Stock Online, and Just Got an Tidy Discount As Well - IGN
Magic: The Gathering's Lord of the Rings Commander preconstructed decks are back in stock online, with several available at discounted prices. The article highlights four specific decks: Elven Council, Riders of Rohan, Food and Fellowship, and Hosts of Mordor, noting their current prices and market values. Each deck includes a Collector Sample Booster.
Hasbro CEO Promises No Generative AI In Its Video Games
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks has stated that the company will not be using generative AI in its video games, particularly for its Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons franchises. This stance follows backlash from fans regarding AI-generated artwork in a D&D sourcebook and marketing imagery for Magic: The Gathering. While Cocks acknowledged potential uses for AI in concept generation, he emphasized a commitment to human creators for the final game products.
Valve Fights Back: Loot Boxes Are Just Digital Trading Cards, Company Claims
Valve Corporation is defending its loot box model in a New York lawsuit, comparing them to physical trading cards like Magic: The Gathering. The company argues that the digital nature does not change the collectible and discovery experience. Critics, however, highlight concerns about transparency, potential addiction, and the real-world financial implications of digital item marketplaces.
Hasbro CEO still has 'so much AI-based' grist in his own D&D games 'it would floor you', but he's not putting it in MTG cards or D&D books because people 'just don't want it'
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks still uses AI extensively in his personal Dungeons & Dragons games but does not believe it is suitable for official Magic: The Gathering cards or D&D books due to fan reception. Despite his personal use, Cocks acknowledges the disruptive potential of AI in the industry but notes that business models are still undefined.
Magic: The Gathering's Top 12 Most Powerful Commander Precons Of All Time - IGN
IGN has ranked the top 12 most powerful preconstructed decks for Magic: The Gathering's Commander format. The list includes notable decks like Draconic Domination, Necron Dynasties, and Food and Fellowship, highlighting their unique commanders and mechanics.
Magic: The Gathering's Spider-Man Gift Bundle Just Hit Its Lowest-Ever Price at Amazon - IGN
Amazon is offering a significant discount on the Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man Gift Bundle, marking its lowest price to date at $59.99, a 32% reduction from its original $89.99. The bundle includes a Collector Booster, nine traditional boosters, an exclusive alternate-art card, 30 land cards, a comic-style gift box, and a life counter die.
Gaming Worlds Collide: Artist Transforms MTG Card Into Elden Ring Masterpiece
An artist known as jom-art has created a piece of fan art that merges Elden Ring and Magic: The Gathering by painting the character Rya onto a Magic: The Gathering card. This crossover highlights the growing trend of interconnectedness within gaming communities and artistic expression across different mediums.
Magic: The Gathering's Top 10 Most Popular Secret Lair Cards from 2025 - IGN
This analysis explores the top 10 most popular Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair cards from 2025, highlighting their appeal to collectors and players. Cards from collaborations like Final Fantasy VII, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Deadpool, alongside unique basic lands and iconic Commander staples like Command Tower, drove significant sales on platforms like TCGplayer.
Magic: The Gathering's TMNT Turtle Power Deck is Amazing, Here's Why I Love It - IGN
The Magic: The Gathering "Turtle Power" preconstructed Commander deck, featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, is a surprisingly strong and enjoyable product. It offers valuable reprints and new cards, with significant modularity allowing for numerous Commander combinations and playstyle adjustments.
Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Review – Cowabunga or Cowabummer?
This review explores the Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universes Beyond set, finding it to be a fun and creative addition despite initial fatigue with the concept. The set introduces new mechanics like Sneak and Disappear, a Mutagen token, and a surprisingly strong "Turtle Power" preconstructed deck. Additionally, the "Turtle Team-Up" co-op mode is highlighted as an excellent way to introduce new players to Magic.
The 10 Priciest Cards From Magic’s New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Set That Are Already Worth The Chase - IGN
This article highlights the most valuable cards from the new Magic: The Gathering set featuring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Pre-launch prices are detailed for various cards, including rare variants like Showcase Fracture Foil and Borderless Gold-Stamped Signature editions, with Donatello, Mutant Mechanic leading the list at around $3000. The article also advises that Collector Boosters are the best place to find these valuable cards.
Turtle Team-Up turns Magic: The Gathering into a chill co-op game so you don't have to beat your friends and feel…
The Turtle Team-Up expansion for Magic: The Gathering transforms the popular card game into a cooperative experience inspired by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This set allows players to team up against AI-controlled bosses and their minions, offering a more relaxed alternative to competitive play. It is designed for both new players and nostalgic adults, with a release date of March 6.
Magic's TMNT Booster Box Preorders Drop Back to All-Time Low Price Ready for Release Day - IGN
Amazon is offering the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles booster box for Magic: The Gathering at an all-time low price of $124.99 ahead of its release. This represents a significant discount from its original list price and current market value. Other products from the set, including Commander Decks and Collector Boosters, have also seen substantial price reductions.
Magic’s Lord of the Rings Scene Boxes Are Back in Stock After Months of Scarcity, Now Discounted at Amazon - IGN
The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth Scene Boxes for Magic: The Gathering are back in stock and available at a discount on Amazon. These collector's items, which depict iconic scenes and characters, include trading cards and Set Boosters. The scarcity of these boxes has led to a significant increase in their market value over the past year.
Magic: The Gathering's TMNT Set Nails The Feeling Of Getting Pummeled By Combat Cold Cuts
The new Magic: The Gathering set based on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles captures the franchise's blend of action and humor, drawing inspiration from the movies, comics, and video games. The preview highlighted flavorful card interactions, such as using pizza-themed cards or replicating the "combat cold cuts" scene from The Secret of the Ooze, alongside powerful mechanics and numerous references.
Top 5 Hidden Gems From Magic: The Gathering | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles To Upgrade Commander Decks
This guide highlights five overlooked cards from the Magic: The Gathering | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set that can serve as valuable upgrades for Commander Decks. The article discusses cards like Bespoke Bō, Go Ninja Go, Frog Butler, Transdimensional Bovine, Shredder's Technique, and Raphael's Technique, focusing on their versatility and potential impact beyond the set's legendary creatures.
