Magic: The Gathering Arena

Magic: The Gathering Arena

September 26, 2019

StrategyTurn-Based Strategy PC

Magic: The Gathering Arena is free-to-play, authentic Magic, reborn digitally for gamers, fans, and streamers. First and foremost, MTG Arena is going to be an amazing place to play the game you love with all the depth, rules, and choices fans love, plus the striking and easy-to-understand visuals that make …

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Alessandro Alosi The Games Machine Sep 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

70.0

"MTG Arena is the best possible transposition of the historic card game. It&s;s free (initially, at least) and it&s;s wonderful, there&s;s no reason to not try it. With its unique style, complicated and rewarding, it will charm any TCG lover."

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Alex Santa Maria TechRaptor Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

86.0

"After a year in beta, Magic: The Gathering Arena has worked out all of its problems. It&s;s an excellent entry point into the long-standing card game and a more complex alternative to titles like Hearthstone."

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Antonio Cordone Hynerd.it Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

28.0

"In conclusion Magic: The Gathering Arena definitely earns the title of one of the best TCG games on the video game market. Since its release, it has seen a great growth, not only in the aspect of users, but also …"

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Brian Arnoldi Everyeye.it Sep 2019
88.0 /100

"Outlaws Of Thunder Junction is certainly one of the most interesting sets in Magic: The Gathering that has come out recently, as well as one of those with a clearer artistic identity."

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Cameron Kunzelman Paste Magazine Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Overall, I think Streets of New Capenna hits the sweet spot for what a Magic set can be. It is weirdly experimental on the creative side and tries to afford a huge amount of possible play experiences due to some …"

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Chris Carter Destructoid Sep 2019
85.0 /100

"Magic: The Gathering Arena is an absolutely brilliant recreation of Magic only held back by Wizards of the Coast&s;s monetization strategy and some unfinished business. With more of an open mind toward new modes of play (plus ways to keep …"

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Chris Wyman GamingTrend Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"The Foundations Beginner Box succeeds at being the best way into Magic: The Gathering in 2024. For its price, you get ten half-decks that demonstrate the five colors of Magic. These ten decks let players explore Magic easily and help …"

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Daniel Tack Game Informer Sep 2019
88.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

75.0

"Fans of Magic: The Gathering finally have a digital product they can be excited for, with free decks and a constant flow of cards creating an enticing free-to-play experience"

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Denny Connolly Game Rant Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

40.0

"Magic Arena brings the iconic card game into the modern era with a digital adaptation that finally matches the quality of the paper version."

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Dylan Blight Explosion Network Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"Playing MTG in the palm of your hand, flicking between cards with your fingers, that&s;s the best way to play the digital version of this card game."

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Jody Macgregor PC Gamer Sep 2019
79.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"Slick and generous, Magic: The Gathering Arena is finally the adaptation the CCG originator deserves."

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Joseph Bradford MMORPG.com Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

68.0

"Magic Arena is a stellar addition to the Magic: The Gathering family. It’s here to stay and the competitive landscape will likely be better for it overall as time goes on."

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Lily Bass GameSpace Sep 2019
80.0 /100

"Magic: The Gathering Arena is an excellent entry point into the twenty-six-year-old franchise for new players and lovable for veteran players as well. While it&s;s generally a very fun experience, it&s;s not without technical issues."

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Maurício Katayama GameBlast Sep 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

30.0

"Magic: The Gathering Arena fulfills the old dream of playing wherever you want, with decks designed by yourself, anytime and anywhere. With some gameplay and stability issues, it is far from perfect, but it does its job well in bringing …"

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Nic Bunce TheSixthAxis Sep 2019
60.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

55.0

"Magic: The Gathering – Bloomburrow is a fantastic set for new players and those who dip in and out of Arena, or are looking for an easy entry point. The tribal nature means you can build decks with the safety …"

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Nikola Erlebachová Gaming Professors Sep 2019
75.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

25.0

"Magic: The Gathering Arena is currently the most successful digital adaptation of the popular card game Magic: The Gathering, appealing not only to complete beginners but also to experienced players who occasionally like to take a break from physical cards. …"

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Rosh Kelly Wccftech Sep 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"Magic the Gathering is the grandfather of a lot of deckbuilding games, but its introduction to the digital marketplace feels fresh, exciting and well worth the (free) price tag"

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Valentino Cinefra Spaziogames Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

45.0

"Quotation Forthcoming"

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70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

30.0

"MTG Arena is not yet perfect and it&s;s probably why it is not essential to every player. It remains a very valuable help and will evolve anyway to become an essential card game developping its esport side. If you have …"

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Will Freeman Eurogamer Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"You can&s;t beat the feeling of playing Magic with cardboard in your hands. Still, Arena presents a slick realisation in digital form, and one that should suit both old hands and newcomers.Will Freeman"

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