Magic: The Gathering 2025 Release Schedule: A Complete Guide
Last Updated: October 27, 2025
The complete, officially revealed 2025 roadmap for Magic: The Gathering is here. From the war-torn clans of Tarkir to the iconic worlds of Final Fantasy, we break down every premier set release of the year.
Wizards of the Coast has pulled back the curtain on the entire 2025 release schedule for its seminal trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. In a blockbuster announcement, the company detailed a year packed with returns to fan-favorite planes, the introduction of a brand-new sci-fi world, and one of the most highly anticipated Universes Beyond crossovers to date.
The roadmap promises a diverse and thrilling year for both tabletop veterans and players on the digital client, Magic: The Gathering Arena. The 2025 schedule charts a course through four major premier set releases, each offering a distinct flavor and advancing the game's expansive multiverse.
Q1 2025: Return to Tarkir (Codename: "Tennis")
Kicking off 2025 is a long-awaited return to a plane defined by brutal conflict and powerful dragons: Tarkir. This premier set will revisit the world last seen in a major storyline during the 2014-2015 Khans of Tarkir block.
The original story involved a pivotal change to the timeline, shifting the plane from a world ruled by human Khans to one dominated by draconic Dragonlords. This new set promises to finally explore the consequences of this altered reality. Players have long speculated about the state of the wedge-colored clans under draconic rule, and this set will provide the answers. Expect a triumphant return of mechanics associated with the iconic clans, reimagined for a new era on Tarkir. This release will launch the new Standard season, setting the stage for a fresh meta in both physical and digital formats.
Q2 2025: A New Plane of Sci-Fi Racing (Codename: "Ultimate")
Following the trip to Tarkir, Magic will blast off to an entirely new plane in its second-quarter release. Described as a high-octane, "sci-fi space opera" world built around a competitive intergalactic race, this set marks a bold thematic leap for the game.
Wizards of the Coast has teased a world where factions from across the galaxy compete in a massive, dangerous race. This setting is ripe for innovation, likely centering on enhanced Vehicle mechanics and keywords that capture the sense of speed, risk, and high-tech sabotage. The art direction is poised to blend classic space-faring aesthetics with a gritty, competitive edge, promising a visually distinct and action-packed experience unlike anything seen in Magic before.
Q3 2025: Universes Beyond Presents Magic: The Gathering® – Final Fantasy®
The blockbuster release of the summer will be the full premier set for the landmark crossover, Magic: The Gathering® – Final Fantasy®. Following the monumental success of The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth, this set will be a full, draftable experience bringing the characters, summons, and worlds of the legendary JRPG series into the Magic multiverse.
This release will be Modern-legal, ensuring its cards have a lasting impact across multiple competitive formats. The set will encompass the entire mainline Final Fantasy series, from the original Final Fantasy through the recently released Final Fantasy XVI. Fans can expect to see legendary figures like Cloud Strife, Sephiroth, Squall Leonhart, and Clive Rosfield as powerful creature cards, with iconic spells like Ultima and Meteor being represented as epic sorceries. This collaboration is poised to be one of the biggest releases in Magic's history, uniting two titans of the gaming world.
Q4 2025: A Fabled Return to Lorwyn (Codename: "Wrestling")
Closing out the year, the fourth premier set will take players back to one of Magic's most beloved and whimsical planes: Lorwyn. This return has been requested by fans for over a decade. Lorwyn is a world inspired by fairy tales and Celtic folklore, known for its idyllic, storybook aesthetic and strong tribal themes.
However, the plane is defined by a unique duality. The Great Aurora transforms the world from the perpetual daytime of Lorwyn to the eternal night of Shadowmoor, a grim, terrifying reflection of its counterpart. It remains to be seen whether this set will focus on one aspect or explore the dramatic transformation between the two. Players can eagerly anticipate the return of powerful tribes like Faeries, Elves, Kithkin, and Goblins, along with the unique mechanics that made the original block so memorable. This release will conclude the year with a deep dive into nostalgia, mystery, and classic fantasy.
A Year of Unprecedented Variety
The 2025 roadmap for Magic: The Gathering showcases a clear strategy of balancing nostalgia with bold innovation. By revisiting beloved planes like Tarkir and Lorwyn, introducing a fresh sci-fi concept, and executing a massive crossover with Final Fantasy, Wizards of the Coast is catering to every type of player. The year promises a dynamic and evolving metagame for Standard, Modern, and Commander players alike, ensuring that the world's first trading card game continues its reign well into its fourth decade.