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Markets & Finance

Magic: the Gathering has a huge market, and brings in lots of money for its makers Wizards of the Coast and owner Hasbro. When it comes to the finance of buying and selling, we want to educate beginners so that they don’t waste hard-earned money just to play the game.

See which are the rarest cards in Magic based on estimated number of copies in circulation. How much are these MTG cards worth?
Collecting Markets & Finance 

Needle in a Haystack: The Rarest Magic: the Gathering Cards Out There

November 20, 2022November 20, 2022 Tap & Sac 0 Comments Collecting, Finance, MTG, Rare Cards

In recent years, Magic has seen a spike in the collectability space, with ultra-rare cards inserted into almost every new release. How truly exclusive are they?

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full cost and benefit analysis between MTG Arena's new Golden Packs and Draft and Mythic Packs.
Markets & Finance MTG Arena Reviews 

MTG Arena Golden Packs: Are They Worth Their Weight in Gold?

November 3, 2022November 5, 2022 Ted 0 Comments Analysis, Arena, Golden Packs, MTG

From The Brothers War, you can now earn free Golden Packs on MTG Arena, but what do they contain and is it worth buying Draft/Mythic packs to get them?

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How much does it cost to complete a full set of MTG 30th Edition Retro Frame set?
Markets & Finance 

How Much Does it Cost to Complete a Full Magic: the Gathering 30th Edition Set?

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 Dominic Tiberio 0 Comments 30th Edition, Collecting, cost, MTG, Power 9

30th Edition packs are here to commemorate 30 years of Magic. It’s also the most expensive booster pack in history – how much would it cost to complete a set?

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Learn about all the different foil cards in Magic the Gathering in 2022
Markets & Finance Reviews 

Complete Rundown of All Foil Types and Variants in Magic: the Gathering

August 1, 2022August 5, 2022 Ted 0 Comments Etch, Foil, Gilded, Magic, MTG, Textured, Traditional

Collecting Magic is becoming ever more complex. Gone are the days of just non-foil and foil cards – now there are 4 different foil variants, with more to come!

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full guide on how to play MTG Arena for free
Markets & Finance MTG Arena 

Over 450k Gold and F2P – Here’s How to Play MTG Arena for Free

July 23, 2022August 16, 2022 Ted 0 Comments Arena, Draft, F2P, Free, MTG

Contrary to popular belief, you can play Magic for free on MTG Arena. It takes consistency but just a little bit of time each day. Here’s our full F2P guide!

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Do you get more value than the price you paid for Magic Arena's Mastery Pass?
Markets & Finance MTG Arena Reviews 

Spend or Save – Is Magic Arena’s Mastery Pass Worth Your 3400 Gems?

July 2, 2022August 5, 2022 Ted 0 Comments Arena, Finance, MTG, Review

If you’ve been on the fence for Arena’s Mastery Pass, you can get down now. The value may not be obvious but we’ve crunched the numbers for a definitive answer!

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Is the value of a double masters 2022 collector pack more than its cost?
Magic: the Gathering Markets & Finance 

Can You Double Your Money with Double Masters 2022 Collector Booster Packs?

June 26, 2022July 8, 2022 Ted 0 Comments 2022, Collector Packs, Double Masters, Finance, MTG

We’ve tested if a Magic booster box is worth buying. Now we’re testing the big one – collectors packs of Double Masters 2022. Is it a sure-win or will it bomb?

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Think all cheap reserved list cards are bad? These 7 are pretty good in Commander!
Commander Markets & Finance Quick Tips 

7 Cheap (But Good) Reserved List Cards Less Than $5

February 24, 2022February 24, 2022 Mikeal Basile 0 Comments Commander, EDH, MTG, Reserved List

Does Reserved List mean crazy expensive cards? Definitely not, but neither are all of them powerful and broken. We find the cheapest gems that do a lot in game!

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Comparing Gem value of MTG Preorder bundles to buying gems from the store
Draft Markets & Finance Standard 

Analysis: Are Arena Preorder Pack Bundles Worth Buying?

February 2, 2022February 2, 2022 Ted 0 Comments Arena, Bundle, Finance, MTG, Preorder

Before every set’s release, MTG Arena puts up 2 preorder bundles for sale – a lot is packed into them, but are they truly worth it? We break it down for you!

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3 lifelong tips when buying magic cards for collection or playing
Magictations Markets & Finance 

3 Top Buying Tips from a Serious Magic Collector

January 19, 2022January 19, 2022 Mikeal Basile 0 Comments Buying, LGS, MTG, Online

Learn from 25 years of Magic buying and collecting experience, and take away these 3 perennial tips that will be useful whether you’re a new or seasoned player.

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Is it worth the gold or gems to get a Mythic pack over a regular booster pack on MTG Arena?
Featured Insights MTG Arena Standard 

Are MTG Arena Mythic Packs Worth Your Gold?

October 12, 2022October 17, 2022 Ted 0

There’s a new, exciting toy in MTG Arena – the Mythic pack! It costs more, but is it worth it to get a guaranteed Mythic Rare card? We run the numbers for you.

Looking forward to another year of great sets in Magic the Gathering and Universes Beyond. All set names and details revealed.
Featured News 

All Details, Release Dates for New Magic Sets in 2023 to Celebrate 30 Years!

August 19, 2022August 22, 2022 Ted 0
how to get 39 free codes for MTG Arena
Arena Featured 

All 39 Free Arena Codes to Get You Started With Magic: the Gathering

June 20, 2022November 27, 2022 Ted 0
How to Reach Mythic Rank for the 1st Time in MTG Arena
Advanced Strategy Featured Historic Standard 

How to Reach Mythic Rank for the 1st Time in MTG Arena

October 13, 2021October 19, 2021 Ted
Can You Actually Make Money from a MTG Booster Box?
Featured Insights Markets & Finance 

Can You Actually Make Money from a MTG Booster Box?

November 17, 2020June 10, 2021 Ted 0
11 of the best art in MTG history
Featured Opinion Reviews 

So Beautiful! Our Top 11 MTG Art of All Time

November 10, 2020June 10, 2021 Ted 0

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What is MTG Booster Fun and what are the good and bad of it in 2023?
Collecting Magic: the Gathering 

Exploring Magic: the Gathering Booster Fun with Mike Turain

February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 Ted 0

Project Booster Fun was meant to improve the experience of opening Magic the Gathering card packs. How successful is it and what are today’s challenges?

Learn the basics of Magic the Gathering abilities, from activated, triggered to static and mana abilities
Basic Learning Guide Magic: the Gathering 

Magic Basics: What’s the Difference Between Activated, Triggered and Mana Abilities?

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Phyrexia All Will Be One MTG Spoiler card - an artifact that steals land abilities!
Magic: the Gathering Spoilers 

Take Shelter in the Mirran Safehouse, Phyrexia: All Will Be One Spoiler Card

January 18, 2023January 17, 2023 Tap & Sac 0

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