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1Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute2Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems3Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesWizards of the Coast’s October 12, 2026 MTG Arena announcement sets out a busy second half of October: the digital-only Alchemy: Reality Fracture release arrives October 13, Competitive Brawl changes take effect October 12, and several drafts, qualifiers and store offers follow. The listed deck prices are in Arena gems, not cash; tournament times below include Pacific Time and UTC where stated.
What’s arriving with Alchemy: Reality Fracture?
Alchemy: Reality Fracture is a digital-only release of 31 cards, scheduled to reach the MTG Arena Store on October 13. Its featured spellbook centers on Jace Beleren. Wizards also lists several ways to play with the set:
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- Premier Draft: October 13–November 3.
- All Alchemy Deck Duels: October 15–17.
- Bot Draft: October 18–19.
See Wizards’ October 12 MTG Arena announcement for the Remnants of Beleren spellbook and the Reality Fracture Card Image Gallery.
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How does the Reality Fracture Contender Draft work?
The Contender Draft opens October 13, 2026 at 8 a.m. Pacific (15:00 UTC). Entry costs 3,000 gems or 20,000 gold. A run ends when you reach seven wins or three losses. The rewards listed in the announcement are:
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- EXPERIENCE FINAL FANTASY IN A WHOLE NEW WAY—Step into unforgettable stories from FINAL FANTASY games brought to your tabletop with the strategic gameplay of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game
- LEARN TO PLAY MAGIC—Everything you need to play your first games of Magic is here. Enter the fray with two pre-built 60-card decks and learn the essentials with the included guide booklet. You’ll be ready to play in no time.
- 2 FINAL FANTASY-THEMED DECKS—Cast powerful spells, meet iconic characters, and visit familiar locales; each deck contains 60 cards featuring FINAL FANTASY-themed art, including 10 cards entirely new to Magic (5 in each deck)
- ARE YOU A HERO OR A VILLAIN—Challenge a friend, choose your deck, and face off in epic 2-player battles; will you join Cloud, the beloved hero, or side with his nemesis, Sephiroth
- KICK OFF YOUR COLLECTION—Start your collection with Rare cards and shiny foils; each deck includes 5 Rare cards and 1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature card with a shiny Traditional Foil treatment
| Wins | Reward |
|---|---|
| 3 | 1,400 gems and 3 Reality Fracture packs |
| 4 | 2,800 gems and 6 Reality Fracture packs |
| 5 | 3,200 gems and 8 Reality Fracture packs |
| 6 | 4,200 gems, 10 Reality Fracture packs and 4 mythic packs |
| 7 | 7,200 gems, 12 Reality Fracture packs, 10 mythic packs and the “Draft Contender” title |
Signup closes November 11 at 9 a.m. Pacific (16:00 UTC); the event ends November 11 at noon Pacific (19:00 UTC).
What is Creator VS featuring?
Creator VS returns with Standard games using Reality Fracture cards. The announcement describes four creator deck concepts—not tournament-tested recommendations:
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- Includes a mix of AT LEAST 25 Rares/Uncommons which is half of the cards.
- Absolutely NO... Basic lands, Foreign, or silver/gold bordered cards.
- Some may contain Foils or Mythics but not all.
- Sets can range from Beta to the current Magic the Gathering set.
- Mint/Excellent condition only.
- Fatehold Control — Forrest
- Stingerquill Aggro — Eric
- Vigorbloom Life Gain — Mar
- Konstrari Stompy — Bells
Which Standard Champion Decks are in the Store?
Five Standard Champion Decks are scheduled for the Arena Store from October 16 through November 9. The prices below are in-game gem amounts; the announcement does not give cash prices or independent performance data. Its official page includes each deck’s 60-card list, which is worth checking before choosing a deck.
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| Deck | Price |
|---|---|
| Planeswalker Control | 13,050 gems |
| Cleric Life Gain | 13,820 gems |
| Lizard Aggro | 9,870 gems |
| Kona Combo | 17,450 gems |
| Eerie Aggro | 2,570 gems |
What changed in Competitive Brawl?
The following changes are effective October 12, 2026. Wizards distinguishes cards newly banned as commanders from cards that are now banned only as commanders:
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- WELCOME TO THE MULTIVERSE—The perfect way to start playing Commander with your friends. Bring this 100-card deck to the table and square off against up to three other combatants!
- THRILLING MULTIPLAYER BATTLES—Battle your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells in Commander, Magic’s most popular multiplayer format
- RULE FROM YOUR THRONE OF TREASURE—Your reign over the table begins with Lathliss, who creates a dragon when a non-token dragon enters. Use treasure tokens and cost-reduction effects to send out your fiercest dragons early and drown the world in fire!
- FOIL LEGENDARY CARD—Every Foundations Commander Deck includes 1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature card with a shiny Traditional Foil treatment to command your deck in style
- CONTENTS—1 ready-to-play Reign of Dragons Foundations MTG Commander Deck (100 cards), 1 deck box, 10 double-sided token cards, 1 strategy guide, 1 reference card
New commander bans
- Yuriko, the Tiger’s Shadow
- Spider-Man 2099
- Light-Paws, Emperor’s Voice
Players receive up to one wildcard for each of these three newly banned commanders they own.
Now banned only as commanders
- Ajani, Nacatl Pariah
- Nadu, Winged Wisdom
- Oko, Thief of Crowns
- Old Stickfingers
- Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
- Rusko, Clockmaker
- Tamiyo, Inquisitive Student
- Wrenn and Six
- Tajic, Legion’s Valor
- Nashi, Illusion Gadgeteer
Nashi is also rebalanced: the announcement says the change reverts an earlier update that gave the card flash.
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- THE VAULTS ARE OPEN—Journey through the wastes with a 100-card deck introducing 38 never-before-seen Magic cards featuring fan-favorite characters, thematic game mechanics, and art that explores the post-nuclear world of the Fallout series
- BATTLE YOUR FELLOW WASTELANDERS—Battle your friends in epic 3–5 player MTG games full of strategic plays and social intrigue; ready-to-play right out of the box, these preconstructed decks let you jump straight into the action
- SCIENCE.—Choose the Science. deck to ally with the brilliant Dr. Madison Li, harnessing the power of technology to fight for the fate of earth
- COLLECT SPECIAL FALLOUT CARD TREATMENTS—Each deck comes with a Collector Booster Sample pack containing 2 special alt-frame cards, including 1 Rare or Mythic Rare card
- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO PLAY AND MORE—Each deck also comes with 10 double-sided tokens, 1 life tracker, 1 strategy guide, and 1 deck box (can hold 100 sleeved cards)
What are the October qualifier dates?
October 16–18 is the third Arena Limited Championship Qualifier window. Wizards describes these qualifiers as the route to the next Arena Limited Championship in January; that championship is expected to qualify approximately 120 players for the 2027 Magic Limited Championship.
The October Qualifier Play-In and Qualifier Weekend schedule is:
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- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SUCCEED—Gain an instant Magic collection. This truly astounding box boasts over 350 cards with essential staples for any color and any way you want to play.
- BORDERLESS CARDS and FULL-ART LANDS—Crown your collection with cards featuring gorgeous pieces of alternate art that fill each card; the Foundations Starter Collection includes 6 Borderless cards and 10 Full-Art Land cards
- RARES and SHINING FOILS—Collect coveted Rare and Mythic Rare cards and cards that gleam with a beautiful foil treatment; this collection includes 75 cards of rarity Rare or higher and 26 Traditional Foil cards (8 of which are Rare or Mythic Rare), plus you’ll find more in the included Play Boosters.
- 3 PLAY BOOSTERS—Whether you want to draft with friends or open packs just to see what you get, Play Boosters are specially balanced for play and fun to open, with 1–2 foil cards and 1–4 cards of rarity Rare or higher in each pack, plus the possibility of an Art card showcasing a piece of art from the set
- DECKBUILDING GUIDE—Learn how to construct your own decks with expert tips and recommendations in the included Deck Builder’s Guide booklet
| Date | Event | Format or details |
|---|---|---|
| October 24 | Qualifier Play-In | Best-of-One |
| October 25 | Qualifier Play-In | Bonus Best-of-One Reality Fracture Sealed |
| October 30 | Qualifier Play-In | Best-of-Three |
| October 31–November 1 | Qualifier Weekend | October qualifier format: Standard |
What are the October ranked-season rewards?
October season rewards are issued at the start of the November ranked season, stated as 12:05 p.m. PT on October 31. You need at least one ranked game in the relevant format to qualify. The listed rewards by rank are:
Quick Recap
| Rank | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Bronze | 1 Reality Fracture pack |
| Silver | 1 Reality Fracture pack and 500 gold |
| Gold | 2 Reality Fracture packs, 1,000 gold and the Break Under Pressure style |
| Platinum | 3 Reality Fracture packs, 1,000 gold, and the Break Under Pressure and Simulacrum Shaper styles |
| Diamond | 4 Reality Fracture packs, 1,000 gold, and both styles |
| Mythic | 5 Reality Fracture packs, 1,000 gold, and both styles |
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