Competitive Magic is at a crossroads. Once defined by packed local events, Grand Prix weekends, Pro Points and a clear path from the local store to the Pro Tour, the game has gradually shifted toward a more casual identity. In this article, Andrea Mengucci looks at what Magic: The Gathering could do to rebuild its competitive ecosystem, from Organized Play and format accessibility to better promos, stronger incentives and a renewed focus on giving players meaningful reasons to compete.

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Wizards of the Coast has decided to reduce MTGO's tournament data to "preserve the puzzle." In practice, this will undermine transparency and harm both players and the integrity of Magic: The Gatherin...