How many players is Magic: The Gathering?

Magic: The Gathering plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 13 and up.

How long does Magic: The Gathering take to play?

A game of Magic: The Gathering takes 20 min, at medium complexity (3.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Magic: The Gathering any good?

Magic: The Gathering rates 7.5/10 from 33,155 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a bluffing / card game game built around deck construction, hand management, interrupts.

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Magic: The Gathering (1993)

2 players · 20 min · age 13+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 20 min
Age: 13+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 13+ who like bluffing games — medium complexity, plays in 20 min.

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About Magic: The Gathering

Cast spells and summon fantasy monsters in the original collectible card game.

Bluffing Card Game Collectible Components Fantasy Fighting

Mechanics: Deck Construction, Hand Management, Interrupts, Take That · Designer: Richard Garfield

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Magic: The Gathering FAQ

How many players is Magic: The Gathering?: Magic: The Gathering plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 13 and up.
How long does Magic: The Gathering take to play?: A game of Magic: The Gathering takes 20 min, at medium complexity (3.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Magic: The Gathering any good?: Magic: The Gathering rates 7.5/10 from 33,155 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a bluffing / card game game built around deck construction, hand management, interrupts.