Magic: The Gathering Trading Card Game

Magic: The Gathering, popularly known as MTG, is a premier trading card game originally created by Richard Garfield and released in 1993. It holds the distinction of being the first trading card game of its kind, blending deep strategy with collectible elements. Over the decades, it has grown into a global phenomenon with millions of players and a complex secondary market.

The brand was originally published by Wizards of the Coast, focused on tabletop gaming and fantasy themes. In 1999, the company was acquired by the major toy manufacturer Hasbro, Inc., which remains the ultimate owner. While the brand remains rooted in its Seattle-area origins, manufacturing occurs in various locations globally, primarily in the United States and Belgium, to meet international distribution demands across different languages.