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Wizards of the Coast Brings Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers to PC Users via Steam

 

May 24, 2010, Renton, Wash. — Wizards of the Coast today announced that they have signed a deal with Valve Corporation to bring Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers, a digital extension of the worldwide Magic: The Gathering franchise, to PC users via the Steam® platform.

 

Already one of the most downloaded games on Xbox LIVE® Arcade, PC gamers will now be able to experience the thrill and competition of playing Magic: The Gathering in digital form, complete with 3D graphics and animations, new ways to play and a user-friendly interface. Magic: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers brings the traditional action gamers love to a new generation, complete with a digital revamp.

 

Duels of the Planeswalkers players will enjoy the benefits of the Steamworks' features included in all PC versions, such as auto-updating, Steam Achievements, Leaderboards, downloadable content, ability to access from any computer, multiplayer matchmaking and more.

 

Pre-Sale for Duels of the Planeswalkers on Steam will begin on June 1, 2010 and will combine the core game and Expansion Pack 1 for $9.99.