Magic The Gathering
APIFree REST API for Magic The Gathering card and set data
Overview
The Magic The Gathering API offers RESTful access to detailed MTG data including cards, sets, formats, types, and subtypes. Key endpoints include /cards (filter by name, set, color, rarity), /sets (browse expansion sets), /formats (legal game formats), and /types (card type lists). Responses are JSON-formatted with no authentication required. Ideal for building deck builders, card collection apps, strategy guides, or integrating MTG data into games, websites, or educational content about the game. It supports filtering and pagination to handle large datasets efficiently.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('http://magicthegathering.io/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful
- JSON support
- No Auth required
- Filtering capabilities
- Pagination
- Comprehensive card/set data
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Magic The Gathering API free to use?
Yes, it is completely free with no paid tiers or hidden costs.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not required for accessing any of its endpoints.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into applications.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy integration (no API key)
- ⊕ Extensive MTG dataset
- ⊕ Well-documented endpoints
- ⊕ Regularly updated with new sets
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited for high-volume requests
- ⊖ No SLA for uptime
- ⊖ Lacks tournament or live game data