5 Ways the Commander Format Will Change in 2025
7This week Nathan predicts 5 new trends that will take hold within the Commander format in 2025, many of which are continuations of changes in the way the game is played from sets released in 2024. As more value engines are printed lower on the mana curve, it's likely that ramping will slowly become replaced by these efficient value engines on turn 2. Additionally, because contemporary Commander is filled with hyper efficient card draw, more land tutor effects will be replaced by "extra lands" effects. Next, the bracket system that WotC has given lip service to will ultimately change nothing for the format. Card will continue to be jammed with more words than ever before with ETB's stapled onto them. Finally, power levels 7 and 8 will blend and look very similar as synergistic strategies catch up to generically powerful effects like tutoring and hyper efficient mana production.
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00:00:00 Intro
00:01:07 Turn 2 Value Engines
00:03:29 Extra Lands Effects
00:05:15 Brackets
00:09:02 Wordy Cards
00:12:12 Power Level Blending
The Commander format, a cornerstone of Magic: The Gathering’s community-driven play, is poised for significant changes in 2025. As the format grows, its accessibility and complexity will likely continue to evolve, driven by both player demands and product innovation.
One likely trend is an increased emphasis on preconstructed decks designed for diverse skill levels. Wizards of the Coast has recognized Commander as the most popular format, leading to annual releases tailored to newcomers and veterans alike. By 2025, these products may offer unique mechanics or synergies previously unavailable in precons, such as multicolored landfall themes or novel card types.
Power creep, a perennial concern, will remain a hot topic. Cards like the Flare cycle and Fanatic of Rhonas set high bars for efficiency, challenging the balance of casual and competitive play. In response, the Rules Committee may adopt additional banlist updates or new guidelines emphasizing deck diversity and interaction.
Another expected shift is the rise of digital tools for Commander. Apps enabling streamlined rule enforcement, card searches, and virtual gameplay will likely gain traction.
Ultimately, Commander in 2025 will reflect the community’s desire for inclusivity, creativity, and adaptability, ensuring its place as Magic’s most dynamic format.
Magic: The Gathering (MTG) is a popular collectible card game created by Richard Garfield and first released by Wizards of the Coast in 1993. It combines strategy, fantasy, and storytelling in a richly immersive game where players assume the roles of powerful spellcasters known as Planeswalkers. Each player builds a deck of cards representing magical spells, creatures, and artifacts, using them to battle opponents in a competition to reduce their life total to zero. The game is played using a variety of card types including lands which provide mana to cast spells, creatures that are used to attack and defend, and instants and sorceries which produce powerful one-time effects.
Magic features a complex ruleset and deep strategic elements, with gameplay that often involves constructing decks tailored to specific strategies, known as archetypes. With various formats like Standard, Modern, and Commander, MTG offers diverse gameplay experiences. Its expansive lore, numerous expansions, and continuous updates keep the game fresh and engaging. Players enjoy the dynamic nature of deck-building, strategic planning, and the thrill of both competitive and casual play. The game's rich universe and complex mechanics contribute to its enduring popularity and global community.
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