Magic: The Gathering and FINAL FANTASY Collide in a Landmark Crossover Set

Wizards of the Coast has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with one of the most iconic franchises in video game history: Final Fantasy. Launching on June 13, Magic: The Gathering – FINAL FANTASY celebrates the beloved RPG series by incorporating its characters, worlds, and iconic moments into the rich mechanics of Magic: The Gathering. Fans of both franchises can look forward to seeing legendary FINAL FANTASY characters depicted through the artistic lens of Magic: The Gathering. The set is now available for preorder at local game stores, online retailers like Amazon, and anywhere Magic products are sold.

This set represents the most extensive collection of FINAL FANTASY artwork ever compiled in a single game. Magic’s talented artists have reimagined unforgettable scenes from the franchise, while classic FINAL FANTASY illustrations will also be featured on various cards. The set includes over 100 legendary creature cards, bringing to life the heroes, villains, and summons that have defined FINAL FANTASY for decades.

Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY introduces a variety of unique mechanics and gameplay elements inspired by the RPG series. Summons, a core feature of FINAL FANTASY, make their way into Magic through the game’s first-ever Saga creatures. These powerful entities can be called upon during battle, reflecting their role in the original series. Additionally, the set features double-faced cards that transform when certain conditions are met. These dynamic cards capture iconic elements of the franchise, from its famous minigames to pivotal story moments.

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The set also showcases stunning Borderless Cards that highlight FINAL FANTASY’s distinct artistic style. Borderless Character Cards will feature 55 legendary characters with vivid, eye-catching backgrounds. Borderless Woodblock Cards take things up a notch by taking inspiration from traditional Japanese woodblock prints to depict intricate renditions of summons. Another highlight is the Borderless FINAL FANTASY Artist series, which features contributions from renowned artists such as Yoshitaka Amano and Tetsuya Nomura.

To further honor the collaboration, the set includes FINAL FANTASY Through the Ages, a special collection of Magic cards reimagined with FINAL FANTASY artwork. This Bonus Sheet features existing FINAL FANTASY illustrations, offering a nostalgic tribute to the franchise’s visual history.

Alongside the main set, Wizards of the Coast will also release three Secret Lair drops, each designed to capture the essence of FINAL FANTASY in Secret Lair’s signature artistic style. Details on these exclusive drops will be revealed closer to launch.

For fans who enjoy Magic’s Commander format, Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY will introduce unique Commander decks, each themed around a specific FINAL FANTASY title. Players can relive the adventures of FINAL FANTASY VI, FINAL FANTASY VII, FINAL FANTASY X, and FINAL FANTASY XIV in an entirely new way.

Magic: The Gathering Gift Bundle

Fans eager to get their hands on Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY can preorder a range of products, including Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Commander decks, Collector’s Edition Commander decks, Bundles, and Gift Edition Bundles. Additionally, Wizards of the Coast has hinted at a special holiday release tied to the set, with more details expected later this year. With its blend of stunning artwork, innovative gameplay mechanics, and deep love for the FINAL FANTASY franchise, this collaboration is set to be a must-have for fans of both games.

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Old enough to have played retro games when they were still cutting edge, Mitch has been a gamer since the 70s. As his game-fu fades (did he ever really have any?), it is replaced with ever-stronger, and stranger, opinions. If that isn't the perfect recipe for a game reviewer, what is?

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