Magic: The Gathering swings into superhero territory with its Marvel’s Spider-Man set, launching globally on September 26, 2025. But fans can dive in early through Prerelease events at local game stores, where players receive a themed pack containing six Play Boosters, a foil-stamped rare card, a deck box, and a spindown die.
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There’s something magical—pun intended—about attending a Magic: the Gathering prerelease. From the moment I walked into the local game store, the air was buzzing with anticipation. Players were chatting about the new mechanics, trading guesses on which rares would define the Limited format, and eyeing the fresh promo packs with eager curiosity.
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Going into the Friday Night prerelease for Tarkir: Dragonstorm, I mostly rode on nostalgia. The original Tarkir block left a strong impression—vibrant clans, wedge colors, and of course, dragons. With the return to the plane, I was hoping Wizards would strike a balance between familiar themes and something new for the players.
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Magic: The Gathering (MTG) is a popular collectible card game that has captivated millions of players worldwide. For new players, getting started can seem daunting due to the vast array of cards and strategies. However, joining a prerelease event can be a perfect way to begin your MTG journey. In this post, we will explore what a prerelease event is, how it can help you start your collection, and provide tips to ensure you have a great experience.
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I remember my first Magic: the Gathering Prerelease event where I just prepared a piece of paper, a ballpen, and a deck box containing some basic lands in it. At that time, internet access was limited and you’d only have the official MTG website posting the info on the complete spoiler list, and the strategy details were somewhat premium.
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Magic: the Gathering Iloilo Community will be having another Prerelease weekend tournament for the set Amonkhet. Playing the new cards for the first time is what the main benefit of these types of events. We get to enjoy Continue reading