The year 2025 promises to be an exciting time for fans of Magic: The Gathering cards, with a diverse lineup of sets that explore new themes and revisit beloved planes.From high-speed races across the multiverse to epic battles with dragons, the upcoming releases offer a variety of experiences for players and collectors alike.
Innistrad Remastered (January 24, 2025)
Kicking off the year is Innistrad Remastered, a set that celebrates the gothic horror elements of the Innistrad plane.This collection brings together iconic cards from previous Innistrad sets, offering a nostalgic experience for long-time players and a chance for new players to explore this fan-favorite setting.Notably, the set introduces "headliner cards," special versions of key cards with unique treatments, adding a fresh twist to familiar favorites.
Aetherdrift (February 14, 2025)
Next up is Aetherdrift, a set that introduces a thrilling interplanar racing theme.Players will find themselves in a high-stakes competition across three different planes, with ten teams vying for victory.The set features new mechanics centered around vehicles and racing strategies, as well as the introduction of Planeswalker Artifacts, blending two iconic card types into one.
Tarkir: Dragonstorm (April 11, 2025)
Returning to the war-torn plane of Tarkir, Tarkir: Dragonstorm revisits the dynamic between dragons and clans.The set reintroduces the five clans—Abzan, Jeskai, Mardu, Sultai, and Temur—each with their unique strategies and color combinations.Players can expect new mechanics like Storm and Behold, as well as the return of legendary figures such as Sarkhan Vol and Ugin.
Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy (June 13, 2025)
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Magic: The Gathering partners with the Final Fantasy franchise to bring characters and elements from all 16 mainline games into the Magic universe.This Universes Beyond set includes iconic figures like Cloud, Terra, and Sephiroth, along with familiar creatures and spells.Notably, this set marks a shift in policy, making Universes Beyond sets legal in all formats, including Standard.
Edge of Eternities (August 1, 2025)
Venturing into science-fantasy, Edge of Eternities explores the Sothera system, a new setting beyond the known Multiverse.Players will encounter advanced technology, cosmic entities, and the return of the rogue artificer Tezzeret.The set introduces a space opera theme, expanding the boundaries of Magic's storytelling and gameplay.
Marvel's Spider-Man (September 26, 2025)
Continuing the Universes Beyond series, Magic: The Gathering teams up with Marvel to feature Spider-Man in a full expansion set.While specific details are still under wraps, this collaboration is expected to bring the web-slinger's adventures into the Magic realm, offering new cards and mechanics inspired by the Marvel universe.
Universes Beyond: Avatar: The Last Airbender (November 21, 2025)
Rounding out the year, Magic: The Gathering introduces a set based on Avatar: The Last Airbender.This Universes Beyond release aims to capture the elemental magic and rich storytelling of the beloved animated series, translating its characters and themes into the mechanics of Magic.
With such a diverse and ambitious lineup, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Magic: The Gathering.Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, these upcoming sets offer a wealth of new experiences to explore.