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MTG Star Trek Bundle Is the Easiest Way to Get a Collector Booster
A new "Beam Me Up Bundle" for Magic: The Gathering offers fans a way to acquire a Star Trek Collector Booster, potentially avoiding scalpers and providing good value. This bundle aims to make obtaining the special booster easier for enthusiasts.
Stardew Valley comes to Magic: The Gathering and fans aren't taking some of the new artwork well
A new limited release of Magic: The Gathering cards based on Stardew Valley has drawn criticism from fans due to the artwork, particularly the depiction of the character Elliott. The art style for the Secret Lair drops differs significantly from the in-game art, sparking debate within the Stardew Valley community about character interpretations and artistic direction.
Wizards of the Coast Announces Full MagicCon 2027 Schedule and New Magic: The Gathering Sets
Wizards of the Coast has announced the schedule for MagicCon 2027 and revealed several new Magic: The Gathering sets. The upcoming sets include Reality Fracture, Nauctis: The Sunken Realm, Kamigawa: Titanbreach, and a new Zhalfir set, alongside new Secret Lair bundles and Mystery Booster: Commander Edition. MagicCon 2027 will expand to four venues: Detroit, Tokyo, Las Vegas, and Amsterdam.
Stardew Valley Arrives in Magic The Gathering With Superdrop of the Midnight Jellies
Stardew Valley is collaborating with Magic The Gathering, with three special Secret Lair drops scheduled for release later this month. This marks the popular farming simulation game's entry into the collectible card game space.
Magic: The Gathering’s 2027 Roadmap Features A Return To Kamigawa, An Underwater Plane, And Huge Events
Wizards of the Coast has revealed the 2027 roadmap for Magic: The Gathering, featuring three in-universe sets: Nauctis: The Sunken Realm, Kamigawa: Titanbreach, and Zhalfir. The year will also include three Universes Beyond sets, the return of the Pro Tour Hall of Fame in Minneapolis, and expanded MagicCon events in Detroit, Tokyo, Las Vegas, and Amsterdam.
MTG reveals three new sets for 2027, including one that's basically Pacific Rim with mechs vs. monsters
Wizards of the Coast has announced three new Magic: The Gathering sets for 2027: Nauctis The Sunken Realm, Kamigawa Titanbreach, and Zhalfir. Kamigawa Titanbreach will feature mechs battling monsters in a Pacific Rim-inspired setting, while Zhalfir will explore Afrofantasy lore. The company also teased three unnamed Universes Beyond products for release in the same year.
Mystery Booster Commander Combines Two Of Magic: The Gathering’s Best Things, And I Can’t Wait
Wizards of the Coast announced Mystery Booster Commander, a new Magic: The Gathering set focused on the Commander format, featuring reprints and 59 new cards. The set aims to provide draftable packs for on-the-fly Commander games, with potential reprints of valuable cards like Fetch Lands and Moxen.
Magic The Gathering – Nauctis: The Sunken Realm Worldbuilding Trailer
Magic: The Gathering is introducing a new undersea plane called Nauctis: The Sunken Realm, featuring merfolk, seals, homarids, and aquatic deities. This new set, which kicks off a multi-year story arc, will be released on February 5, 2027.
Magic The Gathering – Zhalfir Worldbuilding Trailer
A new trailer showcases the worldbuilding for Zhalfir, a plane re-entering the Magic: The Gathering Multiverse. The plane will feature vibrant magic, a rich history, and the return of the character Teferi Akosa. Zhalfir is set to release on October 1, 2027, and will introduce new cards with a unique afrofantasy visual design.
MTG Star Trek Commander Deck Bundle Is Much Cheaper Than Buying Each Precon Deck Individually
Preorders are now available for Magic: The Gathering's Star Trek Commander decks. Purchasing the bundle offer is significantly cheaper, saving players $75 compared to buying each individual preconstructed deck. This offering is presented as a better value proposition than the previously released Marvel Super Hero Decks.
MTG head designer Mark Rosewater says fans must adapt or "walk away" if they don't like Universes Beyond
Magic: The Gathering head designer Mark Rosewater stated that players who dislike the Universes Beyond crossover sets must adapt to their inclusion or "walk away" from the game. He explained that these sets have fundamentally changed the game's scope and awareness, comparing their impact to the introduction of the Commander format. While acknowledging fan frustration over the unavoidable nature of these sets in most formats, Rosewater emphasized that their popularity makes a return to the past impossible.
Magic’s Marvel Super Heroes Commander Decks Are Discounted on Amazon
Amazon is offering a discount on the Magic: The Gathering x Marvel Super Heroes Commander decks. The article helps readers determine which of the preconstructed decks are the best value.
Why Are There So Many Benedict Cumberbatch Cards In Magic: The Gathering?
Magic: The Gathering is featuring multiple cards based on characters portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch across its upcoming crossover sets, including Star Trek, Doctor Strange, and The Hobbit. This recurring appearance of the actor's likeness, particularly on high-value reprints and chase cards, has sparked discussion about the game's design choices and potential future adaptations.
Magic The Gathering Star Trek Cards, Products, And More Revealed In MTG Weekly
Wizards of the Coast has revealed details about the upcoming Magic: The Gathering Star Trek set, which combines elements from across the Star Trek franchise. The set will feature cards referencing iconic characters like Captain Kirk and Captain Janeway, with unique art treatments and special autograph cards signed by actors. The Magic: The Gathering Star Trek set is scheduled for release on November 20, 2026.
You Could Pull William Shatner’s Autograph Out Of A Magic: The Gathering Pack This November
Wizards of the Coast announced that the upcoming Magic: The Gathering Star Trek set, releasing in November, will feature "Headliner" cards with authentic autographs from actors like William Shatner and Kate Mulgrew. These premium variants will appear in Collector Booster packs, with approximately 200 of each signed card expected.
MTG Star Trek features ultra-rare cards signed by actors, and there are only 200 of each
Wizards of the Coast has revealed details for Magic: The Gathering - Star Trek, featuring ultra-rare cards signed by actors from the Star Trek franchise. Only 200 copies of each of the seven unique signed cards will be produced and will be found in Collector Booster packs. The set, launching in November 2026, will also include thematic mechanics such as the Borg assimilating creatures and Captain Janeway's 'Explore' ability.
Magic the Gathering community stunned as Path of Exile co-creator shows one of the biggest collections in the world, including 14 Black Lotuses, years after selling his cards to "fund the company"
Chris Wilson, co-creator of Path of Exile and former co-founder of Grinding Gear Games, has revealed an extensive Magic The Gathering card collection, including 14 Black Lotus cards. Wilson had previously sold parts of his collection to fund Grinding Gear Games' development but has since rebuilt one of the world's most valuable Magic collections, featuring numerous rare and early-set cards.
Wizards of the Coast Gives Back with Secret Lair x Global Fund for Women
Wizards of the Coast is releasing a special Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair drop titled 'Global Fund for Women: Their Magic is Limitless.' This collaboration will feature seven Magic: The Gathering cards with alternative artwork celebrating women, with 50% of the proceeds going to the Global Fund for Women, a feminist fund supporting gender justice initiatives worldwide.
Magic: The Gathering’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Beginner Box Drops to Its Lowest Price Ever at Amazon
The Magic: The Gathering x Avatar: The Last Airbender Beginner Box is currently available at its lowest price ever on Amazon, with a $15 discount. This collaboration combines the popular trading card game with the beloved animated series.
Magic: The Gathering head designer talks about the possibility of an X-Men set
Magic: The Gathering Head Designer Mark Rosewater discussed the possibility of an X-Men themed set, following previous Marvel collaborations. While characters like Wolverine, Storm, and Beast are already present in the Avengers set, Rosewater hinted that more Marvel sets are planned, leaving the door open for a dedicated X-Men release.
