Wizards of the Coast and Sony Interactive Entertainment are partnering on a new crossover that brings some of PlayStation’s most recognized franchises to Magic: The Gathering. Launching October 27, 2025, the Secret Lair x PlayStation Superdrop will deliver seven separate drops inspired by series such as The Last of Us, God of War, Horizon Forbidden West, Uncharted, and Ghost of Tsushima. Each set includes new cards that feature characters, settings, and items from these games, adapted with artwork and mechanics designed for Magic: The Gathering.
According to Sony Interactive Entertainment, the collaboration reflects an effort to give PlayStation fans new ways to connect with familiar characters and stories beyond the console. Wizards of the Coast worked closely with studios including Naughty Dog, Santa Monica Studio, Guerrilla, and Sucker Punch Productions to ensure that each set stays true to the source material.
Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation
Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation
The crossover introduces several legendary characters as playable cards. Joel and Ellie appear in The Last of Us Part I drop, each with mechanics that encourage players to pair them together as survivors. The second Last of Us set includes Ellie and Abby, with abilities that highlight themes of vengeance and sacrifice. Nathan Drake headlines the Uncharted drop, with gameplay mechanics tied to exploration and discovery.
For God of War, two separate drops focus on Kratos. One emphasizes his early years as a Greek warrior driven by rage, while the other portrays him in the Norse era alongside his son Atreus. Aloy from Horizon Forbidden West is depicted as a warrior tied to artifacts and machines, reflecting her role as a seeker of Old World technology. Finally, Ghost of Tsushima introduces Jin Sakai with abilities that balance samurai honor and stealth combat as the Ghost.
Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation
Developers Share Their Perspective
Studio leaders expressed enthusiasm about seeing their work translated into the trading card format. Naughty Dog’s Neil Druckmann noted that many of the studio’s staff are long-time Magic fans, which made the collaboration feel natural.
Santa Monica Studio’s Cory Barlog explained that Kratos’s evolving role across different eras is reflected in the card designs. Guerrilla’s Ilya Golitsyn emphasized that Aloy’s card mechanics align with Horizon’s focus on artifacts and technology, while Sucker Punch Productions’ Jason Connell highlighted the importance of capturing Jin Sakai’s dual identity.
Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation
Release Timing and Availability
The Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation Superdrop will be released on October 27 at 9 a.m. PT / 5 p.m. BST / 6 p.m. CEST. Each drop will be available in both foil and non-foil versions through the official Secret Lair website. Fans will be able to order the packs directly, with limited-time availability as part of the Secret Lair series.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair x PlayStation Superdrop be available?
The crossover launches on October 27, 2025, at 9 a.m. PT / 5 p.m. BST / 6 p.m. CEST.
Which PlayStation franchises are included in this collaboration?
The Superdrop features The Last of Us Part I & II, God of War (Greek and Norse), Horizon Forbidden West, Uncharted, and Ghost of Tsushima.
Where can players buy the Secret Lair x PlayStation cards?
The sets will be available exclusively through the Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair website for a limited time.
Are the cards available in foil and non-foil versions?
Yes, every drop in the collaboration will be offered in both foil and non-foil versions.
Will these cards be legal in official Magic: The Gathering formats?
As with other Secret Lair releases, these cards will be legal in formats where their reprinted equivalents are already allowed, such as Commander, Legacy, and Vintage.
