Magic: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015

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3.2

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 127 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  1. GOOFIDIOT
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Aside from missing 2HG and the puzzle mode this is the best one yet. The ability to create your own deck is awesome and allows for way more strategy and variety. For everyone complaining about the premium boosters... The most competitive deck builds in the game dont require any of the premium cards so if you dont want to buy them you dont have to. They arent that expensive anyways I guessAside from missing 2HG and the puzzle mode this is the best one yet. The ability to create your own deck is awesome and allows for way more strategy and variety. For everyone complaining about the premium boosters... The most competitive deck builds in the game dont require any of the premium cards so if you dont want to buy them you dont have to. They arent that expensive anyways I guess theres alot of poor kids on here. As for me there was only several premium cards I wanted so I spent like 8 extra bucks and got em,… Expand
  2. Richard1186
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Magic 2015 is really well done. I will not repeat what all the others have said about the game. I will say this, there are a lot of people complaining about the micro transaction in the game for more cards. If you played any of the previous Magic the Gathering games, you will have noticed that they require you to do micro transactions to unlock all of the cards / decks in themMagic 2015 is really well done. I will not repeat what all the others have said about the game. I will say this, there are a lot of people complaining about the micro transaction in the game for more cards. If you played any of the previous Magic the Gathering games, you will have noticed that they require you to do micro transactions to unlock all of the cards / decks in them too. The only main difference between Magic 2015 and the others at this point and stage, is that there is no Two-Headed Giant (2v2), no Archenemy mode, no puzzles, or Revenge campaign. I am certain they will be adding patches / expansions that will add them. Even in Magic 2014, you had to buy the expansion for the revenge campaign and buy separately, several decks. Overall, far better then the previous games and the decks you can build are far better / challenging / fun to use.… Expand
  3. Decepticon0681
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    I don't understand the bad reviews i love this game better then the rest of the planes walker games its hella fun! Great cards Great decks u can actually create fully custom decks which is the best ever!
  4. Blake_Stark
    Jul 18, 2014
    9
    Magic 2015 for PC is an amazing game that will provide hours of entertainment for just $9.99!

    All the complaining is coming from people who think that you can’t make a decent deck without the Premium cards (which is untrue). Even if you believe that, $9.99 + $23.88 is still worth it for this game. Multiplayer may not have two headed anymore but still includes the 2, 3 & 4 player    Magic 2015 for PC is an amazing game that will provide hours of entertainment for just $9.99!

    All the complaining is coming from people who think that you can’t make a decent deck without the Premium cards (which is untrue). Even if you believe that, $9.99 + $23.88 is still worth it for this game.

    Multiplayer may not have two headed anymore but still includes the 2, 3 & 4 player free for all games.

    The open deck building is what really makes the newest version great. You are no longer chained to preset decks. People complain there is only about 300 different cards (340 with Premium packs), but each area has about 60 cards to unlock (most of which you need to unlock 4, 3 and 2 times) and new zones will be added with DLC, so in the future there will be a ton of customization available.

    Overall the game is smooth and a ton of fun. Also, for those of us with Alienware machines, it is really cool to see the game take advantage of the systems lights!

    Highly suggest you pick it up. Don’t let the crybabies turn you off from getting a great game.    … Expand
  5. Wik
    Jul 28, 2014
    10
    I have just started playing Magic. I really like it. the game look good, and runs good on PC. The card and decks are fun to play. PC players are whiners... thats for sure.
  6. YJMalmsteen
    Aug 9, 2014
    10
    Basically, the game is fun as always but, game resolution and aspect ration change issues bothering me.

    Beside these, i can say i like this game :)
  7. Bulvine7x
    Jul 28, 2014
    8
    I have about 8 hours logged into Magic 2015 and I am enjoying it. As a long time(20 years) on and off player who no longer has time or money to play the physical game, it is a great way to get your magic fix. The matches are typically 10 minutes the interface and game play is smooth. I like that I earn a booster pack with every win in campaign mode. I dislike that they took out twoI have about 8 hours logged into Magic 2015 and I am enjoying it. As a long time(20 years) on and off player who no longer has time or money to play the physical game, it is a great way to get your magic fix. The matches are typically 10 minutes the interface and game play is smooth. I like that I earn a booster pack with every win in campaign mode. I dislike that they took out two headed giant mp format, please bring it back. Also the sliver deck you run into in campaign mode is a bit over the top. I bought the $10 base version, and I started with the green and red deck. I think it's silly you have to unlock the deck filter feature but once you do building new decks is fairly easy.For a quick magic fix I think its a good game.… Expand
  8. JapanimeJunkie
    Jul 17, 2014
    9
    Excellent game all the way. I have been playing this series since the first one back in 2010. I have loved each one, and they just keep getting better with each installment. The freedom to finally make your own deck is excellent and the single player story is great and the duels can be very annoying and difficult at times. The challenge is part of the fun :). If you are a MTG fan & haveExcellent game all the way. I have been playing this series since the first one back in 2010. I have loved each one, and they just keep getting better with each installment. The freedom to finally make your own deck is excellent and the single player story is great and the duels can be very annoying and difficult at times. The challenge is part of the fun :). If you are a MTG fan & have yet to play any of the Duels of the Planeswalkers games, then you need to pick this one up. I am looking forward to the expansion and the growth of the card library.… Expand
  9. digitalsage
    Aug 2, 2014
    8
    The complaints about micro-transactions are valid... if you are looking for a low-cost way to play M:TG, stay away. As a card player since Fallen Empires and a computer player since the original MicroProse days, this version is both current and true to the spirit of the card game.

    All of that said, I can't help but wonder what happens to my micro-transactions when the next version of    The complaints about micro-transactions are valid... if you are looking for a low-cost way to play M:TG, stay away. As a card player since Fallen Empires and a computer player since the original MicroProse days, this version is both current and true to the spirit of the card game.

    All of that said, I can't help but wonder what happens to my micro-transactions when the next version of the computer game comes out (which has been an annual ritual of late). Will your card purchases roll over? Probably not. So, beware the investment you make in the cards for the game, as they will likely go up in smoke next year,

    I still have the M14 version of the computer game, and plan to use it regularly to help ease the sirens that shamelessly call out to me to invest more money in virtual cards that will probably be worthless come this time next year.

    Recommended, but as with regular M:TG, expect to invest some in virtual cards to be competitive in multiplayer games.

    If the developers are reading this, your card randomization/sort routine SUCKS. Why do I have more than 1/3 land, and regularly get 1 or NO lands. It seems that if you wait a while and draw a new set of cards, your land distribution almost always is closer to the bell curve. I'm guessing you carried this part of the game over from previous versions, which also suffered from a "sucky sort". If you don't fix this issue, I won't buy the next version. I can sink my money into physical cards if I want to make an investment in M:TG.

    If others are frustrated with this issue, WRITE ABOUT IT ONLINE!    … Expand
  10. JasonFever
    Jul 16, 2014
    9
    Magic 2015 is definitely not Tragic 2015 even though technically tragic events happen within its compelling story. The new slick, sleek & sexy user interface is great and gives Magic 2015 an unintentional sci-fi/fantasy mash-up feel which is oddly welcome. This is a fun game guaranteed to give you hours of magic carpet rides even if you only have hardwood floors.
  11. Maiser
    Jul 21, 2014
    8
    Despite it´s release bugs (problems with shop not working because game can not interact with steam overlay, time taken to navigate in menu....) and "premium" need to pay cards (which are not really neccesary) i would say all this is compensated by the availability of creating your own decks. Now when you play online, you do not really know what you are facing, as decks are not premadeDespite it´s release bugs (problems with shop not working because game can not interact with steam overlay, time taken to navigate in menu....) and "premium" need to pay cards (which are not really neccesary) i would say all this is compensated by the availability of creating your own decks. Now when you play online, you do not really know what you are facing, as decks are not premade like in other games. You can even test your decks playing against them (used by IA).

    Something i do not really understand is how did they do to break off the auto mana tapping system (it worked perfect in other games, this one just insists on breaking one color pool first when you are going multi color), but i hope this is fixed and can be fixed when you push control meanwhile, as it allows you to choose manas.

    I remember new decks being brought in last mtg games within the time. I hope new cards are inserted in this one, and with the actual high range of cards to choose from and new ones, there will not be 2 equal decks.

    To sum up, probably your favourite MTG game if you are more into deck personalization than game modes. If you like other MTG games, it is totally worth to give a try.    … Expand
  12. gageSCOTT
    Oct 5, 2014
    10
    Unclear why user's are trashing this iteration of Magic, DoP?..in fact, I nearly avoided buying it as a result; however, I'm glad I gave it a shot despite the overwhelmingly poor reviews. Objectively speaking, this game is not worthy of a "10", but I feel obligated because of all of the zero-scores it has unfairly received.

    I have been playing MTG since revised (3rd ed), I play Magic    Unclear why user's are trashing this iteration of Magic, DoP?..in fact, I nearly avoided buying it as a result; however, I'm glad I gave it a shot despite the overwhelmingly poor reviews. Objectively speaking, this game is not worthy of a "10", but I feel obligated because of all of the zero-scores it has unfairly received.

    I have been playing MTG since revised (3rd ed), I play Magic Online and DoP since 2012...I can safely say, Magic2015 is by far, my favorite so far (220 hrs of play logged). It is lacking some important multiplayer components (Two-Headed-Giant, in particular) but otherwise, when looked at as a whole package, the game has improved (in my opinion) in nearly every respect.

    I have spent $10 on this game, and nothing more...this is the least 'pay-to-win' version of Magic thus far. You play and earn a virtual pack of cards added to your growing collection for each game you win. If you don't enjoy playing-to-win, and would prefer just to win, rather than playing, then you have the OPTION of buying more packs. This defeats the purpose of buying this game in the first place, but the option is there. This is also the reason I would only recommend purchasing the $9.95 version.

    You can custom build your own decks! There's no limit to the number of decks that you build, since the builds are saved in your inventory, and you can build a fresh deck with any combinations of colors and cards whenever you want. Now, granted, your card pool is solely based on the number of cards that you have won, so starting out, you will be merely modifying your starting-deck until you earn enough cards to freely build. The starting deck deck is somewhat weak, but gives you a strong push in the 2-colors of your choice. Also, an important note regarding the packs that you win, you can never get more than four of any one card. This is huge! It means no redundant copies of commons once you round out a set of four. The cards in the packs are randomized picks that are pulled from M15, Innistrad, Theros, Ravinca, Shandalar and Zendikar; although there are many notable cards from these sets that are MIA, I was pleased overall with the number of cards in the pool and (for the most part) the cards themselves...don't expect to see any Planeswalkers.

    The biggest complaint I have read is that you cannot start over once you have chosen your starting colors...this is both true and completely false. It is true, there is no in-game "NEW" game selection in the menu, however, you can easily shutoff the cloud-sync under the M15 properties on Steam and either rename or delete your current profile that's saved in the 'userdata' folder on your machine. This will start the game over as if you were playing for the first time. I have done this a dozen times already. Anyone who would like the procedure, I'll be happy to share, look me up on Steam "gageSCOTT" and I'll instant-message the instructions to you. Admittedly, I don't understand why WoTC made restarting the game this tedious, but it is an easy work-around none-the-less.

    The menus are a tad slow and strangely unresponsive, but not to a point that they deserve the amount of complaints they've received. The play is about as fast as you would want it to be, and is fully tailorable in the options menu. The only criticism I have about the strength of the AI, is it's lack of ability to bluff and it's lack of ability to recognize a non-bluff; ex: if you send a 1/1 token, the computer 99% of the time will block it, no matter how much life it has, allowing to destroy a key creature with a simple trick in your hand. The AI does make some non-nonsensical plays from time-to-time, but typically this occurs after I have already amassed an overwhelming advantage and the game is already won anyway.

    This is the best version of Magic to date. I have played more hours in 2015 than I have 2012, 2013 & 2014 combined. The games are fun, the AI decks are challenging (sometimes unfairly so) and for anyone to claim there isn't $9.95 worth of value here is insane. I understand the temptation to submit negative reviews when a game is flooded with negative comments from users, but they just aren't justified here. 2014 was a bigger money-grab, have to empty-slots just to play the custom-pack building portion of the game, which was the best part of 2014, and also the biggest rip-off. The iteration of magic allows you to do this from the start and through-out the entire length of the campaign, and beyond, and you do not have to pay another penny to do so. How can people justify complaining about this!?! I have found this game to be great fun, have built countless number of decks in multiple color combinations, and will continue to do so for some time to come...all for $9.95.    … Expand

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#66 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014

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60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 25
  3. Negative: 5 out of 25
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 22, 2014
    70
    Duels of the Planeswalkers is an invaluable tool for learning how to play Magic: The Gathering. [10/2014, p.64]
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 17, 2014
    77
    The card game takes one step forward and two steps backwards. Free deckbuilding is a big plus, but when you consider that the play modes from old Duels are cut completely and some of the card pool available is behind an IAP paywall, the new Duels doesn't compare well against other, cheaper, slicker and - quite frankly - more fun competition like Hearthstone. Duels is simple not on par with the competition. [Sept 2014]
  3. games(TM)
    Sep 16, 2014
    50
    The poor AI becomes increasingly apparent and even more of a chore upon completing the campaign. [Issue#152, p.114]
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