Wizards of the Coast, the makers of Magic: The Gathering, announced that it will be holding a virtual art exhibition along with the release of its new set Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty.
The Magic: The Gathering Virtual Art Exhibition – 83 Artists who Drew the World of Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty will open to the public from 18 Feb.
The VR Exhibition will be available in selected Asian countries (Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines,and Thailand) at selected WPN (Wizards Play Network) stores until 24 Feb (store opening hours apply).
Malaysia | |
Store Name | Address |
Classroom Cafeteria 2.0 | No. 20A, 1st Floor, Jalan SS3/31, Petaling Jaya, 47300 |
Cards & Hobbies | A-1-5, Parklanes Commercial Hub, Jalan SS7/26, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 47301 |
Classroom Cafeteria | 47B, Jalan SS21/37, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya, 47400 |
Invictus Forge Sdn Bhd | Lot 2F-55, Second Floor, Tropicana Gardens Mall, No. 2A, Persiaran Surian, Tropicana Indah, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 47410 |
It can also be enjoyed on a PC (Windows only) at https://mtgkamigawa-vr.art.
The interactive art exhibition allows viewers to actively experience the art through VR and gameplay elements.
Among the artworks on display will be cards drawn by Tetsuo Hara of “Fist of the North Star” fame, Yoji Shinkawa (Art Director KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. ), and Katsuya Terada (the character designer of “Kamen Rider W” ).
These are the art features in the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty and depicts the fusion of Japanese mythology and technology.
This exhibition is more than just virtual hallways with 134 pieces of art on the wall.
Visitors can pull the art towards them, listen to the commentary of the artist, and even view behind-the-scenes rough sketches of the art.
They even summon the legendary Dragon Spirits of the cards, see over 20 unpublished materials from Wizards of the Coast Development Studio World Guide, and gather at the Octagonal Pavilion to interact with each other.
Visitor’s avatars will evolve according to the cards they get and depending on how successful they are at capturing them.
There will also be special content such as 3D characters appearing from cards. These Characters will appear to multiple people at one time for a shared experience.
Win a B2 Size Poster Signed By Tetsuo Hara
Five visitors who have successfully viewed all 134 cards on display will stand a chance to win a B2 size poster autographed by Tetsuo Hara, artist of “Fist of the North Star”.
Just remember to fill out the necessary information on the form at the special campaign website to enter for a chance to win.
Please check the special campaign site for details. (https://mtg-kamigawa-vr.art)
About Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty
Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty is the newest set for the world’s oldest trading card game, Magic: The Gathering.
It is set to release on 18 Feb for tabletop. This expansion is set in a bright, futuristic take on the original feudal Japan-inspired Kamigawa setting.
Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty will be available in regular Draft Boosters, Theme Boosters, Collector Boosters, Set Boosters, as well as the Neon Dynasty Bundle, and two Commander decks.
Prerelease for the set is from 11 to 15 Feb.