Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers

Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers

2015
Thematic
3.62 out of 5
828+ people loved this game
Mechanics
Hand Management
Complexity
Light
Duration
60 minutes
Number of players
2 - 5 players
Minimum age
10+ years

Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers review

Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers is a fun and fast-paced strategy game that combines elements of Heroscape and Magic: The Gathering. I really enjoy the way it allows you to customize the battlefield by designing the map and placing terrain and glyphs. It's also cool to be able to choose one of five different Planeswalkers and move their figure and unique creature squads around the map in a race to outmaneuver opponents and gain tactical advantages.

The game takes place on the drifting, mana-rich world of Shandalar, which I think adds to the immersive experience. I found the game to be easy to learn but has a lot of depth and replay value. The spells and creatures are well-balanced and each Planeswalker has unique abilities that make for a diverse playing experience.

One of my favorite things about this game is that it plays relatively quickly. Most games only last 30-45 minutes, which makes it perfect for a quick gaming session. Another thing I love is that the game has the potential to be expanded and customized, even though there aren't a lot of expansions available yet. I'm really hoping that Wizards of the Coast will continue to support this game with more content.

Overall, I highly recommend Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers to anyone who enjoys strategy games, miniatures games, or Magic: The Gathering. It's a great game for the price and provides a lot of fun for the whole family.