The release of Murders at Karlov Manor brought about a significant change to booster packs in premier sets, introducing play boosters that replaced both set boosters and draft boosters. Play boosters combine aspects of both boosters, providing players with additional chances to open rares even in a Limited environment. While some players have expressed concerns about the added variance and increased opportunities to open bombs, MTG head designer Mark Rosewater has emphasized that play boosters were created to enhance Limited play. Limited has been struggling, with draft boosters facing challenges in the market due to the popularity of set boosters. The introduction of set boosters in 2020 aimed to cater to a wider range of players who enjoyed opening packs for enjoyment and collecting. However, the competition between set and draft boosters within local game stores led to a decline in Limited play. Despite some price issues with play boosters, they are seen as a solution to the problems associated with set and draft boosters. The future of boosters and Limited play remains uncertain, but for now, play boosters are the new standard.
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Wizards Reveals the Fate of Limited Going Forward
