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Magic: The Gathering Delay Boosts Quality After Fan Backlash

11/27/2025

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Wizards of the Coast has delayed the Magic: The Gathering x Monster Hunter Secret Lair from December 1, 2025, to 2026.
The delay follows fan backlash over design flaws, including misspelled card names and a lack of unique cards.
Wizards of the Coast will rework the set with Capcom's support to meet fan expectations.
Fans view the delay positively and expect higher quality and more consistent future Secret Lair releases.

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Story summary

Wizards of the Coast has delayed the Magic: The Gathering x Monster Hunter Secret Lair from December 1, 2025, to 2026.
The delay follows fan backlash over design flaws, including misspelled card names and a lack of unique cards.
Wizards of the Coast will rework the set with Capcom's support to meet fan expectations.
Fans view the delay positively and expect higher quality and more consistent future Secret Lair releases.