Magic: The Gathering is Starting 2025 With a Bang

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Key Takeaways

  • Magic: The Gathering‘s 2025 releases will include valuable reprints and new “headliner” cards limited to 500 copies.
  • The upcoming sets, like Innistrad Remastered and Aetherdrift, will introduce exciting new concepts and engaging storylines.
  • The “Death Race” Aeterdrift set launches on February 14, promising a thrilling experience for fans of the game.

As a seasoned Magic: The Gathering player with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that these upcoming releases have me absolutely thrilled! First off, the Innistrad Remastered set is just a dream come true for any fan of the original expansion. Pulling a headliner version of Edgar Markov will be like striking gold, and I can’t wait to see what other surprises they have in store.

2024 wasn’t exactly smooth sailing for me as a Magic: The Gathering player, what with the Commander bans causing quite a stir, the ensuing chaos, and the mixed reactions to the Marvel Secret Lair drops. But here’s hoping 2025 will be better! While there might be some turbulence ahead due to the Universes Beyond sets being Standard-legal and the controversy that comes with it, things are looking promising. There’s a beloved set coming back, a new expansion on the horizon, and a brand new type of card that could create quite the buzz in the community. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for an exciting year ahead!

2024 is shaping up to be an action-packed year for Magic: The Gathering, with a grand total of six Standard-compatible sets scheduled for release. Additionally, there may also be other Eternal releases, such as preconstructed Commander decks. To add to the excitement, January will see the continuation of remastered sets and the unveiling of new “headliner” cards. With Magic: The Gathering’s upcoming big Final Fantasy set and the new Universes Beyond release schedule, which includes a Spider-Man expansion, it’s expected that many beginners will be drawn to the game. As such, Wizards of the Coast aims to kick off 2025 in a way that will keep both seasoned players and newcomers engaged.

MTG’s Innistrad Remastered is Launching on January 24, 2025

2025 marks the debut of Magic: The Gathering’s initial set as Innistrad Remastered. This collection is a blend of reprints from various Innistrad expansions and editions. Notably, Innistrad stands among the most cherished planes in Magic: The Gathering’s extensive lore. In addition to other unique features, Innistrad Remastered introduces a new card type that will likely be a staple in every 2025 release, and these are the prominent cards we’ll be eagerly anticipating.

In Innistrad Remastered, you’ll find many precious reprints such as Liliana of the Veil and Meathook Massacre.

What to Expect From Magic: The Gathering’s Headliner Cards in 2025

In the latest releases from Magic: The Gathering (MTG), each set’s headliner cards are uniquely numbered from 1 to 500, making a total of just 500 copies for each card within that specific set. For instance, in Innistrad Remastered, the headliner will be a reprint of Edgar Markov, an expensive and desirable card currently worth approximately $70. Since only 500 copies will be printed, the headliner version of Edgar Markov is expected to become one of Magic: The Gathering’s rarest and most valuable cards upon release.

It’s worth noting that Magic: The Gathering’s Innistrad Remastered set will be available both in Play Boosters and Collector Boosters.

Magic: The Gathering’s Death Race Set is Launching on February 14, 2025

As you might think, reproducing many well-known Innistrad cards could be challenging, but Magic: The Gathering’s forthcoming Aetherdrift expansion is about to make a splash at the start of 2025, promising an exciting start to the year! This set, as described by MTG’s Mark Rosewater himself, will unfold across three distinct planes and will showcase ten teams engaged in a fierce death race. The grand prize? The coveted Aetherspark!

From what we’ve seen thus far, it appears that the storyline for Aetherdrift is leaning towards taking place primarily in Kaladesh and Amonkhet. The third plane, which has not been a central focus in any previous expansions, remains uncertain for now as its role in this narrative is yet to be determined.

Besides Aetherdrift introducing a novel tri-dimensional death race concept, it is also set to introduce its signature card – The Aetherspark. Although specifics about this card are still under wraps, it appears to resemble an MTG Planeswalker judging by the artwork. Given the expansion’s lineup of well-loved characters and settings, it could be a highly anticipated release for longtime fans.

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2024-12-08 03:07