Magic: The Gathering Boosters on Sale at Best Buy Today

If you're like me, Magic: The Gathering deals usually need to be pretty compelling to catch my eye. But the current Best Buy Deal of the Day has piqued my interest, and not just because of the allure of shiny foils and stitched-edge playmats. As with all DotD discounts, this offer is only valid for today, so if you're looking to snag some affordable boosters, now's the time. Let’s dive into what’s on offer and what I'd recommend you pick 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

Let's start with Foundations. This set isn't about spinning intricate tales of haunted mansions or squirrel uprisings; instead, it's designed to be accessible, readable, and surprisingly welcoming. This is crucial, especially with upcoming Universes Beyond collaborations like Marvel and Final Fantasy. New players will be thrust into the multiverse with little to no context, making a solid entry point like Foundations essential.

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

$49.99 save 15% - $42.49 at Best Buy

If you're new to Magic, the Foundations Beginner Box is a better teacher than many a kitchen table mentor. With pre-constructed decks, visual aids, and a guided tutorial, it's remarkably user-friendly. The Foundations Bundle, available for $42.49, is below market price and packed with boosters and accessories, offering excellent value. Given that Foundations will remain in Standard for five years, you'll have plenty of time to master the intricacies of the stack.

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

Next up is Aetherdrift, a set for those who see Blasphemous Act and think, "Why not more?" The Aetherdrift Bundle is currently $34.99, a $16 discount from its usual price. It features some of the wildest red spells and dazzling threats in recent Standard, including Marauding Mako, a landshark with a temper, and Momentum Breaker, a mono-black card 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 enticing 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 give your opponents a headache, are highlights. Don't overlook Banner of Kinship, which can transform 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 pick up a Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve for $4.99 (down from $6.99), which is one of the most cost-effective ways to chase after format staples like Crypt Ghast, Spark Double, and Divine Visitation. It's a great deal 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

$26.99 save 33% - $17.99 at Best Buy

As a fan of Ravnica sets, I'm drawn to the guild mechanics, and Ravnica Remastered feels like Wizards throwing all the best elements into a nostalgic blender. You get a mix of classic Commander hits like Cyclonic Rift, quirky yet powerful cards like Cloudstone Curio, and alternate art versions that might either enchant you or make you wonder if you're playing Magic or browsing concept art for a lost anime.

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 because I can't resist reprint sets. At $5 per pack, you don't need to justify the purchase 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!

$59.99 save 43% - $33.99 at Best Buy

If you're building for Commander or just indulging in impulse buys, the Fallout Commander Deck – Science! is on sale for $33.99, a $26 discount from retail. It features Dogmeat, Ever Loyal, one of the best face Commanders from Universes Beyond, who can flood the board with Junk tokens if you focus on equipment and auras. This deck is an underrated engine, and you get to play with cards like Radstorm and Feral Ghoul, which sound like punk album 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

$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'm not usually one for playmats, but these Mana 8 stitched-edge ones are stunning. At $16.49, they're a dramatic yet affordable addition to your collection. The Lotus design, in particular, is subtly perfect.

MTG: First Look at Cards From Tarkir: Dragonstorm

While Magic: The Gathering's crossovers with properties like Final Fantasy and Spider-Man are grabbing headlines, the next set, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, 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 draft tables next month. (The expansion is available for preorder on Amazon).

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

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

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