IGN argues that Magic: The Gathering’s forthcoming Foundations Commander decks could provide a more accessible entry point to Commander, particularly for new players and people introducing friends or family to the game. The writer considers the decks appealing because they focus on straightforward, single-colour strategies at a relatively low price, rather than on expensive reprints or complex mechanics.

The five decks cost $30 each, or $150 for the full 500-card set, and each represents one colour: white Angels led by Giada, red Dragons led by Lathliss, green Dinosaurs led by Ghalta, black Zombies and sacrifice led by Ghoulcaller Gisa, and blue artifacts led by Sai. Foundations originally launched in 2024 for Standard and remains legal until 2029, while Commander has already received 12 preconstructed decks across four sets in 2026. The article notes that older beginner-friendly Commander decks can now cost substantially more on the secondary market.