<Magic: The Gathering has an exciting release schedule filled with new sets and decks that include both original worlds and crossovers, catering to both devoted fans and new players.
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled details about the MTG 2024 release calendar, including sneak peeks into what fans can expect in 2025 and beyond. From beloved planes making a return to thrilling collaborations with franchises like Final Fantasy and Marvel, we have all the essential information about the future of this trading card game (TCG).
MTG 2024 Release Schedule
Duskmourn: House of Horror – September 27, 2024
While Innistrad has long been known for its Gothic and Lovecraftian horror themes, Duskmourn seeks to delve into more contemporary frights and chilling experiences.
This set draws inspiration from analog horror and encapsulates a malevolent, haunted house on the plane, featuring everything from 80s-inspired slashers to glitching ghostly apparitions.
Once a flourishing landscape, Duskmourn has succumbed to terror, transforming into a haunted mansion filled with horrors and demons. The shifting rooms of the mansion showcase moth imagery symbolizing the demon Valgavoth, who governs the plane.
As the final premier MTG set of 2024, Duskmourn will spotlight returning fan-favorite Planeswalkers like The Wanderer and Tyvar Kell within its disturbing new realm.
Magic: The Gathering Foundations – November 15, 2024
Designed to be a gateway for new players, while also including sought-after reprints and powerful new cards to entice veteran players, MTG Foundations aims to serve as the backbone of Standard until at least 2029.
This foundational set will encompass all the essentials for newcomers to dive into the TCG, featuring jumpstart packs, playmats, life counters, and two reference cards.
Wizards of the Coast has made significant efforts to revitalize the Standard environment beyond MTG Arena, and a reliable and easily accessible card set will play a crucial role in this endeavor.
Magic: The Gathering 2025 Release Schedule
Innistrad Remastered – January 2025
Following successful remasters of Dominaria and Ravnica, MTG fans can look forward to completing the trifecta with Innistrad Remastered.
This set will blend cards from every previous set in the Innistrad plane, giving players access to a myriad of creatures, including zombies, werewolves, vampires, and spirits.
Players can expect a variety of powerful cards and much-anticipated reprints from Innistrad’s rich history, spanning from its gothic beginnings to the eldritch reign of the Eldrazi, and all the way through Midnight Hunt’s folk horror to Crimson Vow’s unholy festivities.
Death Race – February 7, 2025
This upcoming set promises a wild crossover reminiscent of Wacky Races, Redline, The Fast And The Furious, and Mad Max.
Set in the Omenpath era, Death Race will explore multiple worlds within the MTG multiverse. While this set can be deemed one of the more experimental offerings, its attempt to keep the narratives fresh should be celebrated.
Return to Tarkir – April 4, 2025
The first hints of the Dragonstorm arc have emerged in Bloomburrow, and it will be thrilling to see how this narrative progresses and concludes with a return to the realm of the Dragonlords.
Tarkir is a richly developed plane that merits revisiting, allowing players to discover its evolution after the Phyrexian invasion, without the time-traveling complications present during its original block.
Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy – Q2 2025
With a vast array of titles to adapt, fans are eagerly anticipating which elements of Final Fantasy will be highlighted in this coveted Universes Beyond set within the Magic: The Gathering release schedule.
Space Opera – Q3 2025
While Magic has always incorporated elements of science fiction and interplanar travel, the 2025 Space Opera set aims to launch players into expansive outer-space adventures.
Featuring audacious planet and alien creature designs, this set is set to be another intriguing genre exploration for MTG, especially following the success of Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty and Outlaws of Thunder Junction. Players will encounter a variety of intergalactic robots and aliens in this thrilling expansion.
Return to Lorwyn – Q4 2025
Fans are finally having their wishes granted with a confirmed return to the cherished plane of Lorwyn. This world has enamored players with its unique charm and Celtic inspirations, making it one of the most highly anticipated releases in what promises to be a packed year.
The intricate duality of Lorwyn and Shadowmoor may present challenges fitting into a single set; however, fans can expect numerous beloved elements from this non-human setting to make a grand return.
First Set of Universes Beyond: Marvel – TBA 2025
The much-anticipated MTG Marvel crossover could potentially be the largest Universes Beyond set to date. This initial installment is likely to debut toward the end of 2025, aiming to avoid overlapping with the Final Fantasy release.
While it is yet to be seen if any promotional “golden ticket”mechanics akin to the One Ring aspect will be a part of the set’s marketing, Marvel’s extensive range of characters, worlds, and events promises to sustain multiple compelling expansions.
Return to Arcavios – Q1 2026
Having garnered significant popularity following the release of Strixhaven: School of Mages, this setting is poised to provide players with even more engaging factions and opportunities to explore. A fresh American take on the wizard school trope, fans can expect a deeper dive into the world beyond Strixhaven in 2026.
If the glimpses beyond the Strixhaven’s original framework are any indication, this release will surely reignite the magic within Magic: The Gathering.
What Are the Biggest Upcoming Releases?
There’s no doubt that Magic: The Gathering’s upcoming crossover sets in 2025 are generating significant excitement. Integrating two of the largest multimedia franchises into the Magic multiverse has fans eagerly anticipating how iconic characters like The Avengers and the Scions of the Seventh Dawn will be incorporated into the game.
Notably, the Final Fantasy crossover comes at a time when Square Enix simultaneously produces its competitive TCG based on its successful RPG series. It’s intriguing that they are open to collaborating with their main rival in this space.
In any case, enthusiasts are thrilled to see figures such as Cloud Strife, Sephiroth, Gilgamesh, Estenien, Kefka, Tifa Lockhart, and Chocobos making their way into Magic: The Gathering.
The Marvel integration promises an even grander scale, with endless possibilities for pre-constructed decks. Nearly every Marvel team could receive a Commander Deck filled with notable characters, not to mention the multiverse shenanigans for which Magic: The Gathering is well-known.
While Magic: The Gathering fans will remain invested in other upcoming sets this year, the Final Fantasy and Marvel crossovers are sure to dominate discussions in the gaming community. Although there are more announcements from Wizards of the Coast for 2025 on the horizon, it’s unlikely that any other set will generate as much buzz as these crossovers.
How Often Are MTG Sets Released?
In recent years, MTG sets have generally been released approximately every month and a half to two months. This includes a variety of releases, from core sets to Commander Decks and Universes Beyond content.
For instance, 2023 marked the launch of the Phyrexia: All Will Be One set on February 10, followed by March of the Machine on April 12, and the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth Universes Beyond crossover on June 23.
With past trends as a guide, a similar release pattern can be anticipated for 2025 and beyond, with new MTG sets arriving consistently throughout the year.
That concludes our insights into Magic: The Gathering’s release schedule for 2024 and beyond.
Leave a Reply