2020
The year 2020 is the twenty-eighth year of existence for Magic: The Gathering. It was dubbed "The Year of Commander".[1] Due to the global pandemic, many set releases and events were either delayed or cancelled throughout the year.
Events
| Date | Event |
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| January 14 | Reveal of ManaStrike, a tower rush game in the Magic: the Gathering franchise. |
| January 24 | Release of Theros Beyond Death.
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| January 27 | Release of Secret Lair Drop Series: Year of the Rat.
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| February 29 | Release of Unsanctioned, a ready-to-play "Un-set" experience.
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| March 13 | Release of Mystery Booster (Retail Edition) |
| April 3 | Release of Challenger Decks 2020. |
| April 24 | Release of Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths
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| April 24-26 | Players Tour Finals (Series 1) - Houston, USA |
| July 3 | Release of Core Set 2021 |
| July 10-12 | Players Tour Finals (Series 2) - Minneapolis, USA |
| Q3 | Release of Zendikar Rising. |
| Q3 | Release of Commander Collection: Green |
| Q4 | Release of Commander Legends |
Hall of Fame inductees:
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Publications
- D&D Mythic Odysseys of Theros (July, 21)
- Magic: The Gathering - Legends (October, 27).
References
- ↑ WPN (February 10, 2020). "The Year of Commander Starts Now". Wizards Play Network.
- ↑ Ben Drago and Bear Watson (August 27, 2020). "Esports Update: Changes to 2020-2021 Magic Pro League Play". Magic.gg.