Magic: The Gathering (Series) Alternatives

Magic: The Gathering is described as 'Named after the game itself, Magic: The Gathering was published by MicroProse in February 1997. The game takes place in the plane of Shandalar, where the player must travel the land and fight random enemies to gain cards, and defeat five wizards representing the five colors' and is a Turn Based game in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to Magic: The Gathering for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone and Android Tablet apps. The best Magic: The Gathering alternative is MARVEL SNAP, which is free. Other Magic: The Gathering like games are Legends of Runeterra, ForgeMtG, Wagic and Hearthstone.

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  1. MARVEL SNAP icon

    MARVEL SNAP

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    MARVEL SNAP is a fast-paced, award-winning collectible card game with innovative mechanics that has been called "accessible, and utterly brilliant" and "one of the best card games" today.

    19 MARVEL SNAP alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
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    • MARVEL SNAP is the most popular Windows, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • MARVEL SNAP is the most popular free alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • MARVEL SNAP is Freemium and ProprietaryMagic: The Gathering is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Legends of Runeterra icon

    Legends of Runeterra

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    Emphasizing skill over luck, this strategy card game lets you mix iconic champions, allies, and regions to unlock unique synergies. Engage in dynamic, strategic battles with adaptive tactics, synchronous live duels, and cross-platform play. Enjoy frequent updates and robust competitive scenes.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Epic Games Store
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  4. ForgeMtG icon

    ForgeMtG

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    Forge is an implementation of Magic the Gathering that lets you play against a computer AI opponent using most of the rules of a real game. You can construct decks for you and the computer to play with, or play in a draft or a sealed deck format.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
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    • ForgeMtG is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • ForgeMtG is the most popular Open Source alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • ForgeMtG is Free and Open SourceMagic: The Gathering is Paid and Proprietary
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    Wagic

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    Wagic, the Homebrew, is a C++ game engine that allows to play card games against an AI on Android (phones and tablets), iOS (iPhone/iPad), Sony PSP, Windows desktops, MacOS, Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  6. Hearthstone icon

    Hearthstone

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    Pick up your cards and throw down the gauntlet! In Hearthstone, you play the hero in a fast-paced, whimsical card game of cunning strategy. In minutes, you’ll be unleashing powerful cards to sling spells, summon minions, and seize control of an ever-shifting battlefield.

    30 Hearthstone alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Battle.net App
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  7. Iris and the Giant icon

    Iris and the Giant

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    Iris and the Giant is a fusion of a collectible card game with RPG and roguelike elements. You play as Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Steam
    • SteamOS
    • Linux
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Nintendo Switch
    • GOG.com
    • itch.io
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    • Iris and the Giant is the most popular commercial alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • Iris and the Giant is Paid and ProprietaryMagic: The Gathering is also Paid and Proprietary
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    GWENT

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    Join in The Witcher universe’s favorite card game — available for free! Blending the CCG and TCG genres, GWENT sees you clash in fast-paced online PvP duels that combine bluffing, on-the-fly decision making and careful deck construction.

    11 GWENT alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
    • GOG.com
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  10. Eternal Card Game icon

    Eternal Card Game

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    Six-guns and sorcery collide in Eternal, the new strategy card game of unlimited choices and unbelievable fun. Eternal brings AAA pace and polish to the infinite possibilities of a deep strategy card game. The only limits are your own creativity.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
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    Eternal is my favourite card game! It uses the digital design space to its fullest and has a rewarding draft environment.

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    • Eternal Card Game is Free and ProprietaryMagic: The Gathering is Paid and Proprietary
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    Faeria

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    Welcome to the world of Faeria, where Strategy Card Game meets Living Board. Build your deck, shape the battlefield and defeat your opponents in epic battles!.

    23 Faeria alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Epic Games Store
    • Steam
    • Nintendo Switch Online
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
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  12. Infinity Wars icon

    Infinity Wars

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    Delve into a world of shattered realties and explore the factions that seek to dominate them. Pledge your allegiance to one of the eight distinct factions or play to your style by mixing and matching commanders in the name of victory.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Pathfinder Adventures

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    Pathfinder Adventures is an digital adaptation of Paizo's successful Pathfinder Adventure Card Game. With a focus on the characters and story, the game brings the Pathfinder world to life with vivid graphics and elegant animations.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
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  14. Card Hunter icon

    Card Hunter

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    Card Hunter is an online collectible card game which blends together card play, deck building, tactical combat and fantasy role-playing in a way you've never seen before. Grab your cards, miniatures, dice and snacks, then journey to a new world of adventure on the tabletop...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Steam
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    • Card Hunter is the most popular Web-based alternative to Magic: The Gathering.

    • Card Hunter is Freemium and ProprietaryMagic: The Gathering is Paid and Proprietary
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