Magic: The Gathering Arena
- September 26, 2019
- Wizards of the Coast
Magic: The Gathering Arena Review - Doing Digital Right
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 watching online exciting. We want popular MTG Arena streams to consistently be among the mo…
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Reviews
- The artwork and thematics across the sets are stunning and immersive.
- New mechanics introduced in various sets provide innovative twists and keep gameplay dynamic.
- Magic: The Gathering Arena offers a fair free-to-play model with addictive gameplay that appeals to both new and veteran players.
- Some sets can be complex and may not be friendly for new players.
- Certain decks lack synergy and can feel underwhelming compared to previous offerings.
- Deck building can be fiddly and frustrating, with a need for better explanations of different decks.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this set is dynamic and engaging, featuring innovative mechanics that enhance both new and veteran players' experiences. The combination of rich drafting, flexible strategies, and iterative design updates keeps matches lively and prevents stalemates. Additionally, the artwork and thematic elements contribute to an immersive and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The mechanics offer gameplay that keeps the set dynamic and lively.”
“For experienced players, there are new mechanics that are powerful and interesting.”
“Addictive gameplay that keeps you coming back, with fast-paced rounds and approachable complexity.”
“Brawl-style gameplay is limited to short events, and the timer for inactive players can go on for quite a while.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their stunning artwork and immersive settings, with many reviewers highlighting the exceptional thematic design and innovative mechanics that enhance gameplay. Fans of the franchise, particularly Fallout, note that the artwork is among the best they've encountered, contributing to a rich and flavorful experience. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
“The artwork and the setting are top notch.”
“For Fallout fans, there’s some of the most amazing Fallout artwork I’ve ever seen.”
“The artwork for this set is, as always, stunning.”
Critic Reviews
Magic: The Gathering Murders at Karlov Manor review — Is this set just killing time?
If someone told me that Murders at Karlov Manor was their favorite or least favorite set, I would understand why. I’m strangely medium on the set. The artwork and the setting are top notch. There’s a lot of smart design decisions inside and I absolutely enjoyed my time with it. It’s just… the more MKM I experienced, the less I liked face-down creatures. If the only thing you read is this summary, I implore you to try MKM as you might find the opposite. The core idea of unknown information within Magic: The Gathering has always been a unique offering. Wizards of the Coast are experts at crafting their games and Murders at Karlov Manor is not bad. It's just not my thing.
65%Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena Review - Doing Digital Right
88%Magic: The Gathering Wilds of Eldraine review — Into the wild WUBRG yonder
Wilds of Eldraine is a fantastic set, both for veterans and new players. The main set is fun to draft while being friendly to new players. The mechanics offer gameplay that keeps the set dynamic and lively. Matches of Wilds of Eldraine were always moving forward without becoming a slow stalemate. The Enchanting Tales offer bonus value to players while also supporting the flavor and mechanics of the main set. In contrast, the commander decks offer decent value to players looking for an entry point into commander, but aren’t anything special from previous commander offerings.
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