Last updated on January 27, 2025
The Most Dangerous Gamer | Illustration by Aaron J. Riley
When you’re trying to get better at playing Magic, there are a few things you can do. Plenty of research on cards with articles like those on Draftsim is useful, as are tools like Draftsim’s Arena Tutor. But watching other players is another way to grow as a player.
When you watch other players, you’ll find yourself learning new lines as they take paths you never would've imagined. You can hear tips and tricks from pros that extend well beyond the context of the match you’re watching. And sometimes, you’ll spot a mistake and find the better line yourself. Of course, sometimes it’s worth watching these channels to relax and enjoy seeing one of your hobbies get played. Here are some of the best MTG Arena gameplay channels and streams, in no particular order.
MTG Circle + CardFlow
Sometimes, finding the exact gameplay you’re looking for—like a specific deck or key format staples—can be tricky, especially if your favorite MTG Arena streamers aren’t covering it. That’s where MTG Circle really shines. It’s a solid platform packed with MTG Arena replay videos, deck breakdowns, and more.
The standout feature is their software, CardFlow. It’s a plugin for MTG Arena that runs in the background, automatically recording your matches without straining your computer.
On top of this, it only captures your gameplay, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally sharing anything personal, and you can even customize it if you want to capture external audio as well.
These features combined make CardFlow a great app for reviewing your games, improving your skills, or sharing highlights with your friends.
If you’re a streamer or content creator, MTG Circle and CardFlow are seriously helpful for a couple of reasons:
- Auto Recording: CardFlow makes creating content effortless. It handles all the recording for you in the background, so you can just focus on playing.
- Storing Options: You can choose whether to store your gameplay locally or have it uploaded to MTGCircle's YouTube Channel only. By choosing the latter, you'll avoid the stress of storing unnecessary gameplay on your hard drive and instead just be able to pick which you want to download.
- Community Feedback: Uploading your games to MTG Circle puts your content in front of fellow MTG Circle users. It’s a great way to connect, get feedback, and even start discussions about your gameplay and decks.
- Improve Gameplay: Whether you’re sharing or just watching, the site’s packed with replays and strategies to help you sharpen your skills and keep up with the meta.
In addition to these awesome features, MTG Circle also has a robust database of useful articles that can provide fresh ideas or in-depth analysis of decks.
Think about MTG Circle as your 24/7 replay database that you can filter based on the format and deck you're interested in watching or learning next!
Note: The following entries are in no particular order; the numbering is not meant to be an indication of worst to best.
#30. MTGNerdGirl
To kick off the list, we’ve got a Limited-focused streamer. MTGNerdGirl has great insights about the Draft formats and frequently streams them. She’s also got Limited set reviews for the newest sets and videos that explore how you can get the most value out of Arena.
#29. Bobi Brews
Bobi Brews: YouTube
Bobi Brews is a YouTuber who focuses on making janky brews on Arena. He mostly plays Standard, but there are also some Historic and Explorer videos. He’s a fan of making interested combo decks work, making this a perfect channel for anybody who likes to see what happens when you throw together a pile of synergy.
#28. Game School Dad – MTG Arena
Game School Dad – MTG Arena: YouTube
Game School Dad is a little different than some of the other channels we’re looking at. He’s got gameplay videos interspersed with deck techs and videos that focus on how you can get a collection on Arena. This is a great channel to check out if you’re new to Arena and looking to build a collection and find beginner-friendly decks.
#27. ChannelFireball
ChannelFireball: YouTube/Twitch
ChannelFireball is a familiar name in Magic, named after one of the game’s oldest combos. The channel has content from several pros across an equally diverse number of formats. Not every video focuses on Arena, but there’s plenty of Arena gameplay in Limited, Explorer, Standard, and a little Cube.
#26. Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena: YouTube
This is the official Arena YouTube channel hosted by Wizards of the Coast and has plenty of gameplay content hosted by creators like MTGNerdGirl and AliasV across all of Arena’s formats. It’s also got plenty of informative videos like Draft guides and deck-building basics.
#25. Meebo
Meebo is a fantastic MTG player who was once part of the Rivals League. They stream both MTG Arena content and Valorant with a heavy focus on drafting. They’ve also got some Cube videos on MTGO and they're a fantastic player to learn from.
#24. Cool Stuff Inc
Coolstuffinc: YouTube
Cool Stuff Inc is the channel associated with the card shop of the same name. It features a variety of formats, both on and off Arena, often hosted by Magic pros like Jim Davis and Ali Aintrazi. This channel offers a nice depth of variety and high-level gameplay.
#23. LegenVD
LegenVD has been in the content creation game for a while. They focus almost exclusively on MTGA gameplay and have videos across all the formats the platform hosts. They’ve got Limited content and Standard gameplay that features a collection of interesting brews.
#22. MTG Arena Original Decks
MTG Arena Original Decks: YouTube/Twitch
As the name suggests, MTG Arena Original Decks is all about brewing exciting decks on MTGA. They post daily videos with a fresh decklist each day. There’s plenty of variety among both formats and decks, ranging from classic stompy strategies to combo finishes with new cards.
#21. LordTupperware
LordTupperware: Twitch
One half of the podcast “Lords of Limited,” LordTupperware exclusively streams Limited. He’s one of the best streamers to watch to get better at Draft. You can also find some of his drafts on ChannelFireball’s YouTube.
#20. Jamietopples
Jamietopples is a streamer who focuses primarily on drafts, though there’s also some Constructed gameplay sprinkled in. She also does the occasional variety stream into games like Marvel Snap and is one of the most enthusiastic and cheery MTG streamers to watch.
#19. NicholaiBolas
NicholaiBolas is another content creator who focuses primarily on playing Limited. His content also extends beyond gameplay with videos that offer tips and tricks to improve at Limited as a whole in addition to Draft guides for new formats.
#18. MisterMetronome
MisterMetronome: Twitch
The second half of the Lords of Limited Podcast, MisterMetronome also exclusively drafts on MTGA. He’s just another excellent streamer to learn Limited fundamentals from and gives excellent commentary alongside his gameplay.
#17. PowrDragon
PowrDragon’s Arena gameplay focuses on Standard brews. He’s got plenty of Standard gameplay videos focusing on a variety of decks. There are also plenty of deck tech videos and some truly interesting content for variety.
#16. Amazonian
Amazonian offers a flexible variety of content across her platforms. There are plenty of Limited streams on Twitch, though her YouTube has a stronger emphasis on Brawl content with her Brawl Stars series. There are also a handful of videos for newcomers to Arena that break down aspects like Mastery Passes.
#15. Strictly Better MTG
Strictly Better MTG: YouTube/Twitch
Strictly Better MTG has been making excellent deck techs for a minute now, and his gameplay content is just as good. He’s also got a deep variety of videos on his channel. In addition to gameplay, there’s a plethora of deck techs and videos analyzing cards from spoiler season and looking at the bigger picture of formats.
#14. Voxy
Voxy is a fantastically entertaining Limited streamer who also has plenty she can teach you. Her videos are primarily about Limited, though there’s the occasional variety stream thrown in. There’s also a little bit of Constructed gameplay on occasion.
#13. Mono Black Magic
Mono Black Magic: YouTube/Twitch
Mono Black Magic is a channel that focuses on making competitive Standard brews on Arena. He plays a variety of decks with a fondness for combo and has an infectiously excitable air that makes his videos a ton of fun to watch.
#12. MTGGnome
MTGGnome’s channel focuses on making Brawl content. They’ve got a ton of videos featuring original brews and interesting lines for the Arena-exclusive format.
#11. Ashlizzle
Ashlizzle streams almost every day of the week. She focuses on Constructed, especially Standard, and much of her gameplay involves grinding up Arena’s ranked ladders and playing in events like the Metagame Challenges.
#10. CovertGoBlue
CovertGoBlue is another Standard brewer with plenty of interesting ideas in his videos. He also tends to play best-of-one Standard, making some of his content a little different than others on our list.
#9. CalebDMTG
CalebDMTG admittedly doesn’t play as much Arena as some of the other channels here. It’s pretty evenly interspersed with MTGO gameplay. But his Arena gameplay is some of the best around, and Caleb is one of the best players to watch and learn from.
#8. Swayze
Swayze: YouTube
Swayze is a channel that brings a robust selection of Standard videos to the table. His content focuses on finding interesting brews to climb the ladder with, often looking to innovate and undercut the meta.
#7. Hello Good Game
Hello Good Game: YouTube/Twitch
Hello Good Game puts out a new Standard gameplay video every day. There’s also some Artisan content and guides to cards from the new set to round out the channel. They also post a few beginner deck techs for people new to Arena.
#6. d00mwake
Despite being mostly known for their MTGO content about Modern and Pioneer, d00mwake also streams Standard on MTG Arena on a regular basis, with a focus on top-tier brews and successful decks.
#5. Sam Black
Sam Black: YouTube
Limited enthusiasts will be thrilled to find one of the greatest minds in Magic: The Gathering sharing their thoughts and insights on the latest Limited sets released on Arena. On top of doing gameplay streams, he also does free podcasts you can listen to to better understand new mechanics or play patterns.
#4. Paul Cheon
Paul Cheon: YouTube
Paul Cheon, also known as “Haumph,” is a former MTG pro player, content creator, and Wizards community manager known for his gameplay expertise. He recently returned from a content-creation hiatus to bring new ideas to all kinds of gameplay in any MTG Arena-related format.
#3. Mystmin
Mystmin: Mystmin Stream
If you're looking for an Eternal formats expert, such as Historic and Timeless, then the Mystmin Stream may interest you. They stream on a daily basis, featuring top-tier decks and new tech brews every other day.
#2. Alex Nikolic
Alex, better known as Chord_O_Calls, is another exceptional Limited streamer for MTG Arena to learn from. With a focus on drafting and deck-building strategies, Alex provides insightful commentary, practical tips, and in-depth analysis, making his content invaluable for players looking to improve their Limited gameplay.
#1. Numot the Nummy
Numot the Nummy: YouTube/Twitch
Numot is one of the most tenured Magic streamers around. He’s got a strong focus on Arena, and his videos strike a wonderful balance of entertaining and informative. Numot mostly plays Limited, though he’ll also play Cube when it’s available, and Standard when relevant for qualifier events on Arena.
Wrap Up
Split Screen | Illustration by Simon Dominic
Learning from others is one of the best ways to improve at Magic. Watching gameplay like those made by all the wonderful creators above will introduce you to a variety of new decks, playstyles, and ideas that can only help you grow as a player.
Something else that can help you grow is using Draftsim’s Arena Tutor extension to help keep track of your match history, win-rates, and analyze how cards are performing for you. What did you think of our list? Let me know in the comments or on the Draftsim Discord!
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