Magic the Gathering: Duel of the Planeswalkers

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 5 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

4
Average:

1
Bad:

0

Pros:

Easy to set up for quick sessions, Several different competitive modes, Challenge levels teach you how to take advantage of advanced mechanics, Great fun in multiplayer with friends.

Cons:

Deck construction is extremely limited, Dull campaign mode, Bare bones presentation.

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Last revision on April 4, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Easy to set up for quick sessions, Several different competitive modes, Challenge levels teach you how to take advantage of advanced mechanics, Great fun in multiplayer with friends

Reviewers Didn't Like

Deck construction is extremely limited, Dull campaign mode, Bare bones presentation

Expert reviews and ratings

Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 offers fast, fun games of Magic: the Gathering, and the PC edition is the best, thanks to its mouse-driven control...

By GameSpot on June 24, 2011

In 2009 and 2010, console and PC players were treated, respectively, to a long overdue video game adaptation of strategy RPG card game Magic: The Gathering, in the form of Duels of the Planeswalkers (sorry, MTG: O, you're too old for this)....

By Neoseeker on June 21, 2011

Since the early 90's, Magic the Gathering has found itself at the forefront of the Collectible Card Game movement. As technology improved, so did Magic, with a decent number of PC and console games released, including Magic: Online, a PC MMO of...

By Gamervision on June 24, 2010

Duels of the Planeswalkers, with its scaled-back options for deck customization, is a good choice for players totally unfamiliar with Magic: The Gathering looking for a deep competitive experience. It offers plenty of help for newcomers to learn the...

By IGN Gear on June 23, 2010

In an attempt to not make the game too complex, you can only play pre-built decks of cards, with a further 15 (powerful) cards for each deck unlocked by defeating various AI Planeswalkers (or by paying extra if you can’t be bothered). This will...

By HEXUS.net on June 21, 2010