Magic: The Gathering Boosters on Sale at Best Buy

I'm not usually one to get excited about Magic: The Gathering deals unless they involve significant discounts or the chance to pick up highly sought-after chase cards without selling off my fetch lands. However, the current Best Buy Deal of the Day has piqued my interest, and it's not just because I'm weak for shiny foils and stitched-edge playmats. As with all Deal of the Day discounts, this offer is limited to today only, so act fast to grab those discounted boosters. Let's dive into what's on offer and what I recommend picking up.

MTG Discounts on Foundations, Aetherdrift, and More

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

1$49.99 save 15%$42.49 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack

0$10.49 save 29%$7.49 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve

0$6.99 save 29%$4.99 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

0$50.99 save 31%$34.99 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster

0$26.99 save 33%$17.99 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy

0$47.99 save 40%$28.99 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!

1$59.99 save 43%$33.99 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Plains for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Mountain for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Forest for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Island for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Lotus for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Let's talk about Foundations. This set isn't about thrilling narratives of haunted mansions or squirrel-led uprisings. Instead, it focuses on being playable, easy to understand, and remarkably welcoming. This is crucial, especially with upcoming collaborations like Marvel and Final Fantasy through Universes Beyond. New players will be entering the multiverse without prior context, so a solid entry like Foundations is essential.

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

1$49.99 save 15%$42.49 at Best Buy

If you've never played Magic before, the Foundations Beginner Box is a better teacher than most kitchen table explanations. With pre-constructed decks, visual aids, and a guided tutorial, it's incredibly approachable. The Foundations Bundle, currently priced at $42.49, is below market value and packed with boosters and accessories. It offers excellent value, especially since Foundations will remain in Standard for five years, giving you ample time to master the game's mechanics.

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack

0$10.49 save 29%$7.49 at Best Buy

Next, there's Aetherdrift, which caters to players who look at cards like Blasphemous Act and think, "Can we make it more intense?" The Aetherdrift Bundle is currently $34.99, a significant $16 off its usual price. It includes some of the most explosive red spells and flashy threats to hit Standard recently, like Marauding Mako, which is Magic's take on an angry landshark, and Momentum Breaker, a mono-black card that's found a niche in aggressive Pixie decks.

Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve

0$6.99 save 29%$4.99 at Best Buy

Foundations also boasts some highly desirable chase cards if you're opening packs. I'm particularly eyeing Rise of the Dark Realms with its new Borderless treatment and Sire of Seven Deaths, an Eldrazi with seven keywords that's bound to give someone a rules headache. Don't overlook Banner of Kinship, which turns your Goblin deck into a math problem your opponent wasn't prepared for.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

0$50.99 save 31%$34.99 at Best Buy

Yes, I noticed Ravnica Remastered is part of this sale. You can pick up a Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve for $4.99 (down from $6.99), one of the most cost-effective ways to chase format staples like Crypt Ghast, Spark Double, and Divine Visitation. This is an excellent price for anyone looking to open a lot of product or enjoy a sealed night with friends.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster

0$26.99 save 33%$17.99 at Best Buy

Personally, I've always been a fan of Ravnica sets. The guild mechanics are a draw for me, and Ravnica Remastered is essentially Wizards throwing all the best cards into one nostalgic mix. You get a blend of classic Commander favorites like Cyclonic Rift, quirky yet powerful cards like Cloudstone Curio, and alternate art versions that either thrill or make you wonder if you're playing Magic or browsing through anime concept art.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy

0$47.99 save 40%$28.99 at Best Buy

I've picked up a few sleeves myself, partly for a chance at the Anime Borderless Bruvac, and partly because my impulse control goes out the window with reprint sets. You don't need to justify $5 packs when they include Shock Lands and cards with infinite combo potential.

Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!

1$59.99 save 43%$33.99 at Best Buy

If you're building for Commander or just admitting your collection is mostly impulse buys, the Fallout Commander Deck – Science! is on sale for $33.99. That's $26 off retail, and it includes one of the best face Commanders from Universes Beyond: Dogmeat, Ever Loyal, who generates Junk tokens if you focus on equipment and auras. I believe this deck is an underrated powerhouse, and you get to play with cards like Radstorm and Feral Ghoul, which sound like punk B-sides but are surprisingly effective in-game.

MTG: Ultra Pro Mana 8 Stitched Edge Playmats

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Plains for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Mountain for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Forest for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Island for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Lotus for Magic: The Gathering

0$24.99 save 34%$16.49 at Best Buy

I'm not usually fussed about playmats, but these Mana 8 stitched-edge ones are stunning. At $16.49, they're dramatic without costing as much as a new commander deck. I think the Lotus design is quietly perfect.

MTG: First Look at Cards From Tarkir: Dragonstorm

While Magic: The Gathering's high-profile crossovers with franchises like Final Fantasy and Spider-Man might be grabbing headlines, the next set, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, is fast approaching. It brings us back to the plane of Tarkir, and we have an exclusive first look at five cards that are likely to be popular at draft tables next month. (The set is available for preorder on Amazon now).

Magic: The Gathering - 5 New Cards from Tarkir: Dragonstorm

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Flip through the gallery below to see all five cards, and continue reading for insights from Wizards of the Coast about their design and the set as a whole.