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Magic: The Gathering Arena

Deck Building · Free download
S Tier
Best in class · #2 of 40
96
4.6★156K ratings
Free downloadprice
1dsince update

What is Magic?

Magic: The Gathering Arena is a digital version of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, free to download. Players collect cards, build decks, and play formats such as Draft and Brawl against friends or the AI. The listing also describes a tutorial for new players, cosmetics, daily rewards, and in-game events and tournaments.

Pricing. Magic: The Gathering Arena is free to download on the App Store.

Good for

  • Players new to Magic: The Gathering who want a tutorial
  • Playing card games online against friends
  • Building and testing custom decks in multiple formats

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Why this app is in S tier

Magic scores 96 out of 100: rating 92, rating count 93, App Store search rank 97, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

Welcome to the digital Multiverse! Magic: The Gathering is the original trading card game- and now you can download and start playing for free with your friends from anywhere! Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Collect, build and master your unique deck that will become its own legend. Your battle is only the beginning; duel on stunning battlefields, and enjoy Arena’s game changing battle effects and immerse yourself in the game. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY Never played Magic before? No problem! Magic: The Gathering Arena’s tutorial system takes you through the playstyles so you can find your strategy and decide if you’re the type to overwhelm your opponent with brute strength, if subterfuge is more your style, or anything in between. Meet characters from around the multiverse and try out spells and artifacts that make learning to play the original fantasy collectible card game quick and fun. It’s never been easier to play Magic! Collect cards to build a deck t

Compare in Deck Building

MeasureMagicLegends of RuneterraClash Royale
TierSSS
Score96 / 10097 / 10092 / 100
Rating4.6 ★4.8 ★4.6 ★
Ratings156K62.8K3.9M
Latest ratings · 180d2.3 ★ · 20 reviews3.5 ★ · 20 reviews2.2 ★ · 20 reviews
Last update1d ago15d ago14d ago
PriceFree downloadFree + IAPFree + IAP

Alternatives

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  1. Legends of RuneterraFree + IAP · ★ 4.8S
  2. Clash RoyaleFree + IAP · ★ 4.6S
  3. Cards, Universe & EverythingFree + IAP · ★ 4.7S

Questions about Magic

Do I need to know Magic: The Gathering to start?

The listing says no experience is necessary. A tutorial system introduces playstyles, characters, spells and artifacts so new players can find a strategy.

Does it cost anything to play?

The app is free to download and you can start playing for free. In-app purchases: Not stated on the App Store.

Can I play against other people?

Yes. The listing describes dueling friends, casual battles, Draft and Brawl pairing, and Esports qualifiers and tournaments, as well as playing against the AI.

Is Magic free?

Magic is free to download.

What is Magic good for?

Magic is built for players new to magic: the gathering who want a tutorial, playing card games online against friends, building and testing custom decks in multiple formats. It sits in the deck building list on AppTierList.

Is Magic worth it?

Magic is S tier, ranked #2 of 40 deck building apps with a score of 96 out of 100, from a 4.6 App Store rating across 155,740 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 1 app ranks above it.

How does Magic compare to Legends of Runeterra?

Magic is S tier at 96; Legends of Runeterra is S tier at 97. Legends of Runeterra ranks higher. Magic is free to download, Legends of Runeterra is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is Magic updated?

Magic was updated 1 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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All the facts

List
Deck Building
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
96 / 100
Rank in list
#2 of 40
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free download
App Store rating
4.6 out of 5
Number of ratings
155,740
Recent reviews
2.3 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(1 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Games
Good for
Players new to Magic: The Gathering who want a tutorial, Playing card games online against friends, Building and testing custom decks in multiple formats
Requires
iOS 15.0 or later
Size
265 MB
Age rating
12+
Languages
9
Maker
unclaimed
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