Exciting Adventures Await: Magic: The Gathering’s 2025 Release Lineup

Prepare for a year packed with epic battles, legendary characters, and innovative mechanics in Magic: The Gathering. For 2025, Wizards of the Coast introduces its new comprehensive release strategy, balancing classic sets with the highly anticipated “Universes Beyond” crossover series. From soaring dragons to iconic characters like Sephiroth and Aang, this year promises something for every Magic fan.

Most of the main sets, excluding Avatar: The Last Airbender, are already available for preorder or purchase online. Be sure to check with your local game store for their preorder schedules and exclusive offers.

2025 Release Calendar at a Glance

Here’s a quick overview of what’s launching each month, including release dates, preorder opportunities, and a running list of Secret Lair drops. Let’s explore each set in more detail to understand what makes them special.

• Innistrad Remastered: January 24, 2025 (Available Now)
• Aetherdrift: February 14, 2025 (Available Now)
• Tarkir Dragonstorm: April 11, 2025 (Available Now)
• Final Fantasy: June 13, 2025
• Edge of Eternities: August 1, 2025
• Marvel’s Spider-Man: September 26, 2025
• Avatar: The Last Airbender: November 21, 2025

Spotlight on Major Releases

Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy – Launching June 13

This set has already become the best-selling Magic set in almost 35 years of the game’s history, even before its official release. Designed as a love letter to fans, it features a sprawling collection with cards inspired by all 16 core Final Fantasy titles, showcasing iconic heroes, villains, creatures, and locations from the beloved franchise.

In addition to the main set, fans can enjoy four preconstructed Commander decks, themed around Final Fantasy VI, VII, X, and the critically acclaimed MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV. These decks are available in both standard and collector editions, making them highly sought-after collectibles.

This launch is set to be one of the biggest of the year. Be sure to monitor preorders at major retailers and local game stores, especially around June 13, and follow updates on social media channels for restock alerts and market trends.

Top Cards to Watch During Release Week

With nearly 700 cards in the Final Fantasy set, including special variants like Extended Art, Borderless, and Surge Foil, collectors and players alike are eagerly tracking key rares. While early market prices can fluctuate sharply, here are some cards that are already turning heads ahead of the release on June 5.

Secret Lair x Final Fantasy – Limited Edition Drop

On June 9, a special Secret Lair drop dedicated to Final Fantasy will be available. This exclusive release features five unique cards in each of three themed sets: Game Over, Grimoire, and Weapons. These drops will be sold in limited quantities during the Summer Superdrop and are only available at the official Secret Lair shop.

• Game Over: Includes iconic cards like Spira’s Punishment and Meteorfall.
• Grimoire: Features Yuna’s Holy Magic and Vivi’s Thunder Magic among others.
• Weapons: Showcases legendary weapons such as Cloud’s Buster Sword and Tidus’s Brotherhood Sword.

Edge of Eternities: Space-Themed Expansion Arriving August 1

This summer, Wizards takes players on a cosmic adventure with Edge of Eternities. The set explores space-fantasy themes, introducing new worlds, alien encounters, and innovative mechanics. It’s the first time Magic ventures into a space-fantasy setting, promising a fresh and exciting experience for veterans and newcomers alike.

Expect to see spells and creatures that evoke the wonder and danger of the cosmos, along with new planeswalkers and innovative card interactions designed to expand gameplay depth.

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Superhero Action Comes to Magic – September 26

The first Marvel-themed set under Wizards’ Universes Beyond initiative features everyone’s favorite web-slinger, Spider-Man. Launching this fall, the set will include cards based on Spider-Man himself and a rogues’ gallery of villains like Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, and Venom.

While preconstructed decks won’t be available, the set will introduce a unique Scene Box product, allowing players to craft comic-book-style scenes with six borderless art cards, perfect for display or storytelling. Digital players will also get a special, character-free version of the set for Magic Arena and Magic Online, called “Through the Omenpaths.”

Universes Beyond: Avatar – A Journey Into the Elemental World – November 21

Closing out the year, Wizards will bring fans into the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Although details are still under wraps, expectations include stunning artwork and elemental-themed gameplay that captures the spirit of Aang and his friends. If Wizards executes well, this could become one of the most visually impressive and mechanically compelling Universes Beyond sets to date.

2025 Releases So Far: An Overview

Here’s a chronological list of all the sets that have launched so far in 2025, from the earliest to the latest:

Tarkir Dragonstorm – Out Now

This set revisits the plane of Tarkir, last seen in 2014, and features a bounty of powerful dragons along with the five clans—Abzan, Jeskai, Sultai, Mardu, and Temur—each with unique mechanics and playstyles. It also introduces five preconstructed decks tailored to each clan, perfect for Commander fans seeking to build around their favorite faction.

Aetherdrift – Out Now

Aetherdrift transports players into a multiversal race across planes like Duskmourn and Amonkhet. Highlighting the new “Speed” mechanic, which scales with the number of tokens, this set offers a racing theme with vibrant artwork reminiscent of ’80s arcade posters. Expect high-energy gameplay and bold visuals, including Chandra doing an Akira slide.

Innistrad Remastered – Out Now

Returning to the gothic horror plane of Innistrad, this set reprints fan-favorite cards like Edgar Markov, Liliana of the Veil, and Archangel Avacyn, with updated art and mechanics. It’s a perfect set for both collectors and new players to experience the haunting atmosphere and iconic gameplay of Innistrad.

Secret Lair Highlights of 2025

Throughout 2025, Wizards has released numerous limited-edition Secret Lair drops, featuring art from renowned artists and unique themes. Some of the standout releases include:

• Animar and Friends: Featuring art from Jack Teagle, this set includes cards like Mulldrifter and Benevolent Hydra.
• Jesper Ejsing Artist Series: A collection of four cards illustrated by the Danish artist, including Sun Titan and Llanowar Elves.
• Lorwyn Lightboxes: Stylized versions of classic lands, perfect for display or deck customization.
• Marvel’s Deadpool: A fun, irreverent set with Deadpool-themed cards and accessories.
• Other Sets: From pixel art arcade racers to food-inspired tokens, the year has offered a variety of creative releases.

Understanding Your Magic: The Gathering Purchases

To help you navigate the diverse product offerings, here’s a quick guide:

Play Boosters

Standard 15-card packs with a mix of commons, uncommons, and rare or mythic rare cards. Most booster boxes contain 30 packs, perfect for drafting or building collections.

Collector Boosters

Premium packs with higher rarity cards, special foiling, unique artwork, and bonus content. These are more expensive but ideal for serious collectors. Boxes typically include 12 packs.

Commander Decks

Preconstructed 100-card decks designed for multiplayer Commander format. They include options for the deck’s commander, tokens, strategy inserts, and reference cards. Collector’s edition versions feature exclusive art and foiling.

Bundles and Gift Bundles

Great for gifts or casual play, bundles include multiple booster packs, basic lands, a dice, and storage box. Gift bundles add a collector booster and more decorative packaging.

Prerelease Packs and Starter Kits

Perfect for new players or event participants, these packs contain boosters, promo cards, and accessories to kickstart your collection or prepare for tournaments.

Looking Back at 2024: A Year in Review

The previous year was filled with diverse themes and innovative sets, such as Fallout crossover, Outlaws of Thunder Junction Western adventure, and the spooky Duskmourn: House of Horror. Noteworthy releases included:

• Foundations: An accessible entry point for newcomers.
• Secret Lair collaborations: Monty Python, KEXP, and more.
• Major expansions: Modern Horizons 3, Assassin’s Creed crossover, and Ravnica Remastered.

Each release added new flavor, mechanics, and artwork, keeping the game fresh and engaging for players of all levels.