Wizards of the Coast, developer of iconic games and experiences, and TCGplayer, a leading online marketplace for trading card games, today announced an expanded partnership that makes TCGplayer the preferred online marketplace for the Wizards Play Network (WPN).

Building on the introduction of WPN badges for eligible TCGplayer storefronts earlier this year, Wizards of the Coast will now offer exclusive content—including previews, interviews with game designers, and exclusive reveals—for TCGplayer's community of players, collectors, enthusiasts, small businesses and local game stores, supporting the growth and engagement of the Magic: The Gathering community. Taken together, fans will find exclusive content on TCGplayer and be able to use that knowledge to order safely and securely from WPN stores that support local communities and players.

The purpose of the WPN program is to foster community, helping local game stores create spaces where players can connect over their shared love of games, with Magic: The Gathering at the heart of that experience. Now, on TCGplayer, shoppers can filter search results to discover Magic: The Gathering products exclusively from WPN-verified stores, giving sellers greater visibility and supporting players' confidence that they're buying from recognized community leaders.

"TCGplayer is focused on innovating for our community, enhancing buyer and seller experiences, and offering the best selection across trading card games," said Stephanie Mims, Senior Vice President, Seller Experience. "Being designated the preferred online marketplace for the WPN represents a milestone in our quest to be the most trusted trading card platform for Magic players and retailers."

"Our investment in local game stores and the Wizards Play Network is at the core of this initiative," said Brian Trunk, Vice President of Wizards Commercial, Hobby and WPN at Wizards of the Coast. "By teaming up with TCGplayer, we're not only giving players greater confidence in their purchases, but also empowering WPN retailers to thrive, reach new audiences, and continue building strong Magic communities."

About TCGplayer

An eBay company, TCGplayer is on a quest to be the most trusted trading card game (TCG) platform—connecting and empowering the hobby community. Founded by and for TCG enthusiasts, TCGplayer operates a global marketplace, and creates tools, technologies and solutions that help small businesses simply and profitably sell TCGs at scale. To learn more about TCGplayer, visit www.tcgplayer.com.

About Wizards of the Coast

Wizards of the Coast develops and publishes legendary games that inspire creativity, forge friendships and build communities of global fans. A division of Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company (NASDAQ: HAS), Wizards delivers premium experiences for gamers across tabletop, video games, and digital platforms based on both new and time-honored brands, including its best-known franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, and from Hasbro's unparalleled portfolio of thousands of iconic marks.

Wizards' diverse studio network includes first-party developers Archetype Entertainment, Invoke Studios, Atomic Arcade and Skeleton Key as well as co-venture and license partners. Headquartered in Renton, Washington, Wizards fosters world-class talent to create unforgettable play experiences on all platforms. To learn more about Wizards, visit https://company.wizards.com or Wizards of the Coast on LinkedIn.

PR Contact:

Wizards@tarabrunopr.com on behalf of Wizards of the Coast

press@tcgplayer.com for TCGplayer