Column by Scott Thorne
June 14, 2020
This week, Scott Thorne discusses the cancellation of Origins as well as the banning of controversial Magic: The Gathering cards.
Card Images Removed From Database; Banned From All Formats
June 11, 2020
Wizards of the Coast has banned seven cards from Magic: The Gathering tournament formats and removed their art from their card image database because they depict racism.
To Replace 'Welcome Decks'; Plus, Retailers Receive Demo Copies of 'Arena Starter Kits'
June 10, 2020
Wizards of the Coast will be rolling out a new Magic: The Gathering Welcome Booster, which is set to replace the old Welcome Decks, when Core 2021 arrives in July.
New Card Images!
June 5, 2020
Wizards of the Coast revealed more details for Core Set 2021, a new set for Magic: The Gathering, which will release July 3.
Replaces Collector Boosters for 'Double Masters' Set
June 4, 2020
Wizards of the Coast revealed the product info for Double Masters VIP Edition, a premium pack for Magic: The Gathering, which will release August 7.
New Change For Companion Rules A Plus For Retailers
June 1, 2020
Wizards of the Coast updated its Magic: The Gathering Banned and Restricted Lists again by banning more cards from Standard sets and changing the rules for the Companion mechanic.
Cancels Remaining MagicFests in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
May 29, 2020
Wizards of the Coast has announced major changes to competitive level Magic: The Gathering events in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
WotC Tests the Consumer Price Threshold
May 28, 2020
The lead designer for Magic: The Gathering offers some insights into Wizards of the Coast's strategy as it tests the consumer price threshold.
Cavalcade Summer Releases Begs the Question 'When Does WotC Wallet Fatigue Set in?'
May 26, 2020
Wizards of the Coast unveiled five new Secret Lair Drop Series sets, for Magic: The Gathering, to be offered via direct sale starting the week of June 1.
Column by Scott Thorne
May 26, 2020
This week, Scott Thorne looks at support programs for game stores by publishers.
