Prerelease | Magic: The Gathering

Most Prerelease events run anywhere from four to five hours, which includes time to build a deck, pair up with your opponents, and take breaks between rounds. For more information on event length, contact your local game store.

Nope! Everything you need to play in one of these events is included in your Prerelease Pack or will be provided by your local game store. That means you can jump right into a new set without any prior collection.

Yes, your local game store will supply the basic lands you need to play in a Prerelease. You're free to bring your own basics if you have a preferred set or use any basics you open in your Prerelease Pack.

Prerelease events are filled with new and returning players, so feel free to ask employees at your local game store or your fellow Magic players for advice.

Want a written guide to building a deck? DailyMTG publishes Prerelease guides with every new set with advice on key cards, archetype information, and deck-building tips.