Magic: The Gathering

Magic: The Gathering! This legendary collectible card game, the absolute grandfather of CCGs from 1993, throws you into epic fantasy duels as a powerful Planeswalker where you're building a unique deck of spells and creatures to literally outwit your opponent. What makes it special are the endless deck construction possibilities with thousands of cards and the deep strategic choices offered by mechanics like 'the stack,' ensuring every battle is fresh and intense!

Key facts

• Number of players: 2–6
• Playtime: 20 min
• Min age: 13+
• Complexity: 3,3/5

Mechanics

• Closed Drafting
• Hand Management
• Income
• Betting and Bluffing
• Deck Construction
• Interrupts
• Player Elimination
• Tags
• Take That

Categories

• Card Game
• Collectible Components
• Fantasy
• Fighting

Families

• Admin: Game System Entries
• Setting: Dominaria (Magic: The Gathering)

Designers

Richard Garfield

FAQ

How many players can play Magic: The Gathering?

Magic: The Gathering supports 2–6 players.

How long does a game of Magic: The Gathering take?

A game of Magic: The Gathering usually takes about 20 minutes.

What age is Magic: The Gathering suitable for?

Magic: The Gathering is recommended for ages 13 and up.

How complex is Magic: The Gathering?

Magic: The Gathering has a complexity rating of 3,3 out of 5.

Is Magic: The Gathering good for beginners?

Magic: The Gathering is fairly involved and is best suited to experienced players.