TL;DR:

• TMNT is an official Universes Beyond MTG set, revealed on 10 October 2025.
  
• Tabletop release is 6 March 2026, with MTG Arena on 3 March 2026.
  
• Prerelease runs 27 February to 5 March 2026 at local stores.
  
• A “Turtle Power!” Commander precon and new legends head the products.
  
• Preorders are live, with more spoilers promised after the NYCC reveal.

Wizards of the Coast used New York Comic Con on 10 October 2025 to reveal Magic: The Gathering | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a full Universes Beyond release. Official pages outline a staged rollout across late February and early March 2026, with organized play beats to match. Media outlets and MTG sites also showed first cards and product images, confirming a Commander precon and several marquee legends.

Key dates and products

Wizards lists these dates on its official site.
• Debut and first looks, 10 February 2026.
• Prerelease events, 27 February to 5 March 2026.
• MTG Arena release, 3 March 2026.
• Tabletop release, 6 March 2026.
• Spotlight weekend events, 6 to 8 March 2026.
• Commander Party windows, 13 to 19 March and 4 to 9 April 2026.

A product page and an announcement post confirm preorders are open now through local game stores and major retailers. Wizards also published a Commander decklist page noting Turtle Power! as the name of the precon.

Some early third party writeups listed slightly different days for launch or prerelease. Use the official Wizards dates when planning travel or preorders.

What is in the set

This is a Universes Beyond set, not a limited Secret Lair drop. That means draftable boosters, Set or Play Boosters as appropriate for 2026, and a coordinated promo slate. Wizards’ messaging centers the four Turtles, April, Splinter, Shredder, and classic villains. Early card previews show multiple legendary creatures, shell themed mechanics, and nods to ninjutsu style play.

Draftsim’s day one spoiler roundup highlights a new variant on ninjutsu and a cycle of headline legends, including a Leonardo card that pushes team play and tempo. MTG media also shows a five color Commander angle, hinted by color pips and partner style hooks in early previews.

Wizards lists a single Commander precon at reveal, titled Turtle Power! This deck is aimed at casual tables and store leagues that run alongside prerelease week. The company’s Spotlight announcement points to a broader play arc, including a weekend feature event and two rounds of Commander Party.

How it affects players

Commander players

You get a ready to play deck tied to the brand, with five color build options and multiple face commanders teased in coverage. Expect clean upgrade paths using recent staples, a healthy mana base focus, and synergistic legends for kitchen table pods.

Standard and Limited

Universes Beyond cards follow the 2026 legality plan. If the TMNT main set is Standard legal on tabletop, it will enter the format in March 2026. Watch for efficient removal, token makers, and tempo tools, since early previews suggest combat tricks and evasive play. If the set lands as a supplemental release only, expect impact in Commander and casual formats first. Wizards will confirm legality in the full debut stream on 10 February 2026.

MTG Arena

Arena gets the set on 3 March 2026. That date matters for early access streams and the first digital events. If TMNT Limited queues go live, plan your wildcard budget for key uncommons and rares that port from paper hype.

First cards and mechanics, explained

Polygon’s first look shows 29 previewed cards across products. The Turtles each headline a legend slot, with support characters across rare and mythic. Expect rules text that rewards attacking in coordinated bursts, equipment payoffs, and sneaky play patterns. Draftsim points to a ninjutsu like variant that fits the brand’s stealth theme. That could drive tempo shells in Pioneer and Commander, where cheap evasive creatures help turn on the mechanic.

Games media galleries from the NYCC panel also show art treatments, a unified frame language, and villain spotlights for Shredder’s crew. These visuals match Wizards’ high contrast booster key art and should carry into showcase variants.

Preorder advice and price sanity

Preorders are live on Wizards’ product hub and at local game stores. If you care about promos and community nights, preorder at your LGS first. Ask about Commander Party kits and Spotlight weekend giveaways when you reserve. If you only want singles, wait for the full card image gallery on 10 February 2026, then track prices during prerelease week. Early hype can spike Turtles legends, but prices often settle by the second weekend after launch.

Event checklist

Use this simple plan to stay on track.

Why it matters

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a global brand. A full set brings more players than a small drop can. That boosts store traffic and event volume. It also gives Commander fans a new five color shell with popular characters, which helps keep the format fresh. For collectors, the art and showcase treatments add a clear theme that should age well.

FAQ

Is this the only Nickelodeon crossover?
Wizards has run other Nickelodeon tie ins before through Secret Lair. TMNT is different because it is a full Universes Beyond release with a full schedule and Arena support.

Are dates final?
Use the Wizards dates in this article. Some early reports used different days, but Wizards’ calendar lists prerelease on 27 February to 5 March 2026, Arena on 3 March 2026, and tabletop on 6 March 2026.

What about legality and reprints?
Wizards will give final legality and product breakdown on 10 February 2026. Expect a full legality post and a complete image gallery on that day.

Sources:

• Wizards of the Coast, “Collecting Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/collecting-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles, 10 October 2025.
  
• Wizards of the Coast, “Announcing Magic Spotlight: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” https://magic.gg/news/announcing-magic-spotlight-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles, 10 October 2025.
  
• Wizards of the Coast, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Commander Decklist,” https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-commander-decklist, 10 October 2025.
  
• Polygon, “Check out 29 new cards from Magic’s TMNT set,” https://www.polygon.com/mtg-tmnt-spoilers-cards-magic-the-gathering-commander-precon/, 10 October 2025.