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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 7d

LIVE NOW: MTG Arena x Alienware Content Creator Tournament!
🎮 Fun. Codes.
💻 Grand prize = Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop for one lucky member of their community.
Check out our blog for more details: spr.ly/63324A9UDq

The image says "One creator wins. Every community scores. Live October 1." To the right of the text is a gaming PC that has the image of the MTG character Chandra on the side of it.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 8d

Your favorite MTG Arena creators are battling it out on Oct 1st for prizes to give back to YOU!

The grand prize? A custom Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop 🎁💻

Check out our blog for more details: mtg.social/MTGAxAlienware

Image showing off the special Alienware custom PC as a part of the prize for this event.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 12d

✨Surprise!✨

While jumping Through the Omenpaths, we found the switch to start our flashback drafts a little early. We're bringing back a recent favorite and continuing the trend over the next month or so. Log in and join the tables!

This image depicts a woman wearing a wide brimmed hat, capelet and traveling gear with her arms raised in joy, a smile on her face as a crowded pub full of other people are cheering with her. This artwork is "Generous Betty Wray" by Caio Cacau.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 20d

Welcome to the Magic multiverse, we hope you like bugs. 🥰

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 21d

It's time to see the new cards in action! The #MTGOM1 Streamer Event has begun! 🕸️

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 22d

We have two new Arena Anthologies coming out with #MTGOM1 next week! Check out the new cards and the new Pick-2 draft format below:

magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-...

Through the Omenpaths Card and Event Updates

Announcements of Arena Anthologies 3 and 4 and Through the Omenpaths Pick-Two Draft.

magic.wizards.com

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 22d

The #MTGOM1 Streamer Event is TOMORROW! Get ready to adventure through the Omenpaths with your favorite MTG content creators.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 22d

⚠ Status Update: A fix for #MTGArena has been implemented, and draft has been re-enabled. Players may need to restart the game to receive the update. We're continuing to monitor to ensure continued game stability.

🌐 Status Page: spr.ly/63324AuJG6

Live Incident - Game Instability

MTG Arena's Status Page - Live Incident - Game Instability.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 23d

⚠ Live Issue: Game Instability
🚧 Impact: Draft, Logins, General Instability
🌐 Status Page: spr.ly/63324AuELC

#MTGArena

Live Incident - Game Instability

MTG Arena's Status Page - Live Incident - Game Instability.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 23d

#MTGArena maintenance will occur on September 16, 2025, at 8:30 am PT to deploy the 2025.52.00 game update, containing the Through the Omenpaths prepatch.

⏲️ ~3 hour estimated deployment.
📝 Patch notes soon after.
🌐 Status Page: spr.ly/63325Au8s3

Game Update - Through the Omenpaths Prepatch

MTG Arena's Status Page - Game Update - Through the Omenpaths Prepatch.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 23d

Traverse the Multiverse like a planeswalking professional! Follow Natalie and Harless on a trip through some of Magic's most famous settings.

Watch Now: youtu.be/0zFbXKV2rMg

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 29d

🟢 Arena Cube bug: Resolved! The spiders were successful. If you were unable to submit a deck please leave the event and re-enter. You will be automatically reimbursed in the next 12 hours.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · 29d

🛑Arena Cube bug: Those who drafted Llanowar Elves are unable to submit a deck.

We will be implementing a fix (spiders??) later today. Those impacted will then need to resign from the event/rejoin to continue. They will be automatically reimbursed.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Sep 8

The MTGA Announcements are here! Read now to get the latest news on Through the Omenpaths, Arena Cube, and more. 👀

📰 🔗 magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-...

An image that shows the contents of the OM1 preorder bundles. Visit the link in our post to get all the details.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Sep 2

Eating so much vanilla might have been a bad idea...

We're aware the "Death by Vanilla" Yargle Day achievement is bugged. A hotfix is currently planned for tomorrow, that'll include additional time to earn it.

🌐Status Page: spr.ly/63322A6Soq

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 22

Thank you for your patience, Arena Direct competitors! The event is now live. A client restart is recommended.

If you joined the event before it was restored, you will receive an automated refund of your entry fee within 12 hours of this post.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 19

⚠ The Arena Anthology 1/Arena Anthology 2 bundles have been re-enabled in the Store. Players who previously purchased these bundles may need to relaunch #MTGArena to properly see the cards in their collection.

Scheduled maintenance is ongoing.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 19

⚠ Maintenance Update: We have disabled purchases of Arena Anthology 1/Arena Anthology 2 as we investigate a bug related to the bundle contents. Maintenance is on going.

🌐 Status Page: magicthegatheringarena.statuspage.io/incidents/kq...

Game Update - Alchemy: Edge of Eternities

MTG Arena's Status Page - Game Update - Alchemy: Edge of Eternities.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 12

Missed the #MTGxATLA First Look? Check out the recap linked below to see the new card reveals. We'll have more to show at the Debut event on 10/28.

youtu.be/HqzQhfiTeN0

WeeklyMTG | Magic: the Gathering® - Avatar: The Last Airbender™ | First Look

See the first card previews of Magic: the Gathering® - Avatar: The Last Airbender™, see some of the cards bringing this iconic show to Magic.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 12

Grab your glider and fly over to twitch.tv/magic, the #MTGxATLA First Look starts in 1 hour!

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 11

Congrats to the #MTGWorlds newest invitee, Raffaele Mazza, winner of Arena Championship 9! Hear about him, #MTGEternities Alchemy previews, #MTGEternities Brawl decks, and more in this week's blog update!

magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-...

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 8

The Arena Direct has begun! Secure 7 wins and a #MTGEternities Collector Booster box could be yours.

Event info: magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-...

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 7

Arena Championship 9 kicks off this weekend! Watch 37 of MTG Arena's top players compete for a $250,000 prize pool, invitations to the Pro Tour, and beyond.

Read the viewers guide: magic.gg/news/arena-c...

Arena Championship 9 Viewer's Guide

Arena Championship 9 is August 9-10, with players competing for their share of a $250,000 prize pool and Pro Tour invitations.

magic.gg

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 6

Hopefully they picked the right person this time...

A creature in a space suit is being pressured to leave the ship by the rest of the crew. The shadow of the crew's hands are seen pointing towards the creature.

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MTG Arena @mtgarena.com · Aug 5

Vaporize the competition in this weekend's Arena Direct and we'll send a #MTGEternities Collector Booster box to your door!

Event details: magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-...

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