Magic: The Gathering Boosters on Sale at Best Buy

If you're like me and usually only get excited about Magic: The Gathering deals when they offer significant discounts or the chance to snag those elusive chase cards, then you'll be thrilled with the current Best Buy Deal of the Day. It's not just the shiny foils and stylish stitched-edge playmats that caught my eye; the discounts are genuinely compelling. Remember, these deals are only available today, so don't miss out on these affordable boosters. Let's dive into what's on offer and what I'd recommend picking up.

MTG Discounts On Foundations, Aetherdrift, and More

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

$49.99 save 15%
$42.49 at Best Buy

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

$10.49 save 29%
$7.49 at Best Buy

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

$6.99 save 29%
$4.99 at Best Buy

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

$50.99 save 31%
$34.99 at Best Buy

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

$26.99 save 33%
$17.99 at Best Buy

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

$47.99 save 40%
$28.99 at Best Buy

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

$59.99 save 43%
$33.99 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

$49.99 save 15%
$42.49 at Best Buy

Let's talk about Foundations. This set isn't about dazzling you with intricate lore about haunted mansions or squirrel-led uprisings. Instead, it's designed to be playable, readable, and welcoming. This is crucial, especially with upcoming collaborations with Marvel and Final Fantasy through Universes Beyond. New players will be thrown into the multiverse without context, making a solid on-ramp like Foundations essential.

If you've never played Magic before, the Foundations Beginner Box is an excellent starting point. It includes pre-constructed decks, visual aids, and a guided tutorial, making it incredibly approachable. The Foundations Bundle, available for $42.49, is priced below market value and packed with boosters and accessories. It's a fantastic deal, especially since Foundations will remain in Standard for five years, giving you plenty of time to master the game's intricacies.

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack

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

$10.49 save 29%
$7.49 at Best Buy

Moving on to Aetherdrift, this set is perfect for those who think Blasphemous Act could use more excitement. The Aetherdrift Bundle is currently $34.99, a $16 discount from its usual price. It includes some of the most exciting red spells and flashy threats in recent Standard sets, like Marauding Mako, which is essentially a landshark with a temper, and Momentum Breaker, a mono-black tool popular in aggressive Pixie decks.

Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve

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

$6.99 save 29%
$4.99 at Best Buy

Foundations also boasts some highly sought-after chase cards. Cards like Rise of the Dark Realms with its new Borderless treatment and Sire of Seven Deaths, an Eldrazi with seven keywords that's sure to cause a rules headache, are particularly notable. Don't overlook Banner of Kinship, which can turn your Goblin deck into a challenging math problem for your opponent.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle

$50.99 save 31%
$34.99 at Best Buy

Ravnica Remastered is also part of this sale. You can grab a Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve for $4.99 (down from $6.99), one of the most cost-effective ways to pursue format staples like Crypt Ghast, Spark Double, and Divine Visitation. This is a great price for anyone looking to open multiple packs or host a sealed night with friends.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster

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

$26.99 save 33%
$17.99 at Best Buy

I've always been a fan of Ravnica sets, drawn to the guild mechanics. Ravnica Remastered feels like Wizards blending all the best elements into one nostalgic mix. You'll find classic Commander hits like Cyclonic Rift, intriguing tech like Cloudstone Curio, and alternate art versions that might either enchant you or make you wonder if you're playing Magic or flipping through anime concept art.

Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy

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

$47.99 save 40%
$28.99 at Best Buy

I've picked up a few sleeves myself, partly for the chance at Anime Borderless Bruvac and partly due to my lack of impulse control when it comes to reprint sets. At $5 per pack, including Shock Lands and cards with infinite combo potential, the value is undeniable.

Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!

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

$59.99 save 43%
$33.99 at Best Buy

If you're into building for Commander or just pretending your collection isn't entirely impulse-driven, the Fallout Commander Deck – Science! is on sale for $33.99. That's a $26 discount, and it features Dogmeat, Ever Loyal, one of the best face Commanders from Universes Beyond. This deck is an underrated engine, allowing you to flood the board with Junk tokens using equipment and auras. Plus, you get to play with cards like Radstorm and Feral Ghoul, which might sound like punk B-sides but are surprisingly effective in gameplay.

MTG: Ultra Pro Mana 8 Stitched Edge Playmats

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

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

$24.99 save 34%
$16.49 at Best Buy

I typically don't pay much attention to playmats, but these Mana 8 stitched-edge ones are stunning. At $16.49, they're stylish and affordable, not breaking the bank like a new Commander deck might. The Lotus design is particularly striking and elegant.

MTG: First Look at Cards From Tarkir: Dragonstorm

While Magic: The Gathering's collaborations with titles like Final Fantasy and Spider-Man are currently in the spotlight, the upcoming Tarkir: Dragonstorm set is on the horizon. Returning to the plane of Tarkir, we have an exclusive first look at five cards that are likely to be popular at the draft table next month. The expansion is available for preorder on Amazon.

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

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

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