In Duels of the Planeswalkers, players engage in tactical card battles, utilizing decks based on the popular Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Players can build their decks, summon creatures, and cast spells to defeat their opponents in a turn-based format.

The storyline of Duels of the Planeswalkers revolves around the multiverse of Magic: The Gathering, where players take on the role of powerful Planeswalkers battling against each other to prove their dominance and mastery of magic.

Duels of the Planeswalkers stands out with its accessible gameplay mechanics that introduce new players to the Magic: The Gathering universe while still providing depth and strategy for veterans, along with a robust single-player campaign and multiplayer options.