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Stardew Valley Arrives in Magic The Gathering With Superdrop of the Midnight Jellies
Magic: The Gathering is crossing over with the farming simulator Stardew Valley through a new Secret Lair collaboration, announced at MagicCon: Amsterdam on 17 July 2026. Dubbed "The Superdrop of the Moonlight Jellies," it marks the latest in a growing line of non-Magic properties joining the card game's "Universe Beyond" collaborations, reflecting Wizards of the Coast's continued strategy of pairing Magic with popular outside franchises.
The drop consists of three individual sets, "Welcome to Stardew Valley," "Life in Pelican Town" and "A Flicker in the Deep", each featuring reimagined cards themed around the game, including a land card illustrated by Stardew creator ConcernedApe and a card based on the game's gift-giving mechanic. The collection goes on sale on 27 July 2026 at 9am PT via the Secret Lair website, with prices ranging from $29.99 for single non-foil sets up to $219.99 for a full foil-and-non-foil bundle; non-foil versions will later be available at WPN-affiliated game stores.
In short
- Stardew Valley joins Magic: The Gathering via new Secret Lair cards.
- Three themed sets launch 27 July 2026, priced $29.99–$219.99.
- Part of Magic's expanding "Universe Beyond" crossover collaborations.
Explained simply
Magic: The Gathering is a collectible card game made by Wizards of the Coast, where players use decks of cards to compete against one another. It has been a major part of gaming culture since its launch in 1993 and continues to attract millions of players worldwide.
Stardew Valley is an independent farming simulation game released in 2016 that has become enormously popular. Players inherit a farm and manage crops, animals and relationships within a small town setting, offering a relaxing alternative to action-heavy games.
Wizards of the Coast has increasingly partnered Magic with popular entertainment franchises through its "Universe Beyond" initiative, bringing characters and themes from outside the Magic universe into the card game. These collaborations allow fans of both properties to collect themed versions of Magic cards, expanding the game's appeal beyond its traditional fantasy setting.