Magic: The Gathering Arena

Magic: The Gathering Arena

Strategy Card Game

155K ratings
4036 reviews
#23 in top-grossing Card
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Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 25, 2021
  • October 13, 2026

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Experience the original fantasy collectible card game digitally. Discover strategies, build unique decks, and battle friends worldwide. Offers a comprehensive tutorial for new players and various game modes for seasoned veterans.

✓Digital collectible card game
✓Deck building and strategy
✓Online multiplayer battles
✓Tutorial for new players
✓Multiple game formats
✓Cosmetic customization
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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$9.99

Jurassic World Lands

Includes 10 Basic Lands

Charts

Top Grossing

📈 23+1

Card games

This game rose +1 position in Card games chart.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

Top Grossing

📉 28-1

Strategy games

This game dropped -1 position in Strategy games chart.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

Top Free

📉 46-1

Strategy games

This game dropped -1 position in Strategy games chart.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

Top Free

📉 51-2

Card games

This game dropped -2 positions in Card games chart.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

Top Grossing

📊 126

Games

The game has maintained its position at 126 recently.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

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User reviews

5.53 GB required - Can not open

The app won’t open, saying it needs 5.53 GB to store its data. Wow that’s a lot for card images. Anyway I have like 100 GB free. Maybe my iCloud doesn’t have space? I don’t know it won’t say. It just won’t open. Maybe just download and cache the assets as needed?

fallout

Bring fallout packs to arena.

Great at start, pay to win later

Game starts great, and for the first month or so is engaging. You can spend real money but not required. But then you get to a point where it’s impossible to win without significantly spending money as all other players are massively overpowered. Avoid the frustration.

Buggy app will cause in app purchase failures without compensation from publisher

App crashes during pack openings that result in bugs and loss of digital products will not be fixed by customer support. You will be treated as lying despite logged evidence they openly share. Would give zero stars if I could.

Platform is toxic as well, where if you aren't playing lightning pace people will just leave mid-match and move on because most people only care about ranking and not actually playing. Play paper MtG instead and support a local game store instead.
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This app sucks not a representative of the actual magic game

I’ve been playing and trying this app for several years, given the benefit of the doubt, but you either get too much mana or no mana I’ve tried every combination and today is the day I’m deleting the app. Tired of trying. To figure this stupid app out yet again not a true representative of the magic car game. Just another app for people to make money off of thank you.
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Cards not working as intended

Bug

Inability to select or interact with certain game elements

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when app crashes during matches

Bug

Sync issues between mobile and desktop accounts

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to trade or recycle unwanted cards

Feature

Improved deck building tools and organization

Feature

Support for multiplayer formats like Commander and Two-Headed Giant

Feature

Option to disable animations and speed up gameplay

Feature

Better integration between mobile and desktop versions

Feature

FAQ

What is Magic: The Gathering Arena?

Magic: The Gathering Arena is the digital version of the original trading card game. It allows players to collect cards, build decks, and battle friends or AI opponents from anywhere in the world. The app offers a comprehensive tutorial for those new to the game.

How do I build a deck in Magic: The Gathering Arena?

You can build a deck by collecting cards through gameplay, daily rewards, and in-app purchases. The game encourages you to create unique decks that reflect your personal strategy and playstyle. You can experiment with different card combinations and themes to master your strategy.

Is Magic: The Gathering Arena free to play?

Yes, you can start playing Magic: The Gathering Arena for free. The game offers free-to-play options to unlock cards and build your collection. However, there are in-app purchases available for those who wish to acquire cards or cosmetics more quickly.

What game modes are available?

Magic: The Gathering Arena features various game modes to suit different playstyles. These include casual battles for honing strategy, Draft and Brawl formats for unique challenges, and special in-game events. The app also includes Esports qualifiers for competitive players.

Can I play with friends on Magic: The Gathering Arena?

Absolutely. The app is designed for social play, allowing you to challenge your friends to duels from anywhere. You can also participate in tournaments and events with other players, fostering a vibrant online community.