BoardGameBrain
Back to gamesPowered by BoardGameGeek
Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers cover
2015BGG rank #4,645

Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers

by James D'Aloisio, Ethan Fleischer, Craig Van Ness · Hasbro

Browsing is free. Ask BoardGameBrain about this game when rules coverage is ready.

Players2–5
Time60m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age10+

About the game

What is Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers?

In the Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers, players customize the battlefield by designing the map then placing terrain and powerful glyphs. Then players choose one of five different Planeswalkers and move their figure and unique creature squads around the map in a race to out-maneuver opponents and gain tactical advantages! Cast devastating spells, summon powerful squads, and tap into your unique Planeswalker abilities to defeat your opponents. Be the last Planeswalker standing to win! The game takes place on the drifting, mana-rich world of Shandalar.

How it plays

Mechanics

Dice RollingGrid MovementHand ManagementHexagon GridModular BoardTeam-Based Game

On the shelf

Categories

FantasyFightingMiniaturesWargame

Questions players ask

Questions to bring to BoardGameBrain

  • How do setup and the first turn work in Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers?
  • When does scoring happen and what ends the game?
  • How should the table resolve an unusual timing or rules interaction?