Formats
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Wizards(8)
TPCi(8)
Standard(8)
Worlds(20)
Career(10)
Miscellaneous(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What formats are available on TCG ONE?
Can I play any of these formats on TCG ONE?
Yes, absolutely! Every single format listed on this page is fully playable on TCG ONE. Head over to play.tcgone.net, create a new game, and select the format you want to play from the dropdown. You can play against other players in multiplayer, challenge the AI in solo mode, or practice with a friend. All card interactions and rules are implemented according to each format's era-specific ruleset.
How do I build a deck for a specific format?
The built-in deck editor fully supports every format! Go to the Decks section, click "New Deck", and select the format you want to build for. The editor will only show cards that are legal in your chosen format, enforce the correct deck size, and validate copy limits automatically. You can also browse public decks other players have built for any format to get inspiration. If you prefer importing, you can paste a deck list in text format and the editor will parse it for you.
Can I play multiplayer games with these formats?
Yes, you can! TCG ONE supports full real-time multiplayer for every format. Go to play.tcgone.net, create a game room, pick your format and deck, and invite a friend or wait for a random opponent. Games support spectating, timers, and even password-protected rooms for private matches. There's also a ranked ladder if you're feeling competitive!
What's the difference between Standard, Expanded, and Legacy formats?
Can I customize these formats or create my own?
Yes, absolutely! TCG ONE's new Custom Formats feature (currently in beta) lets you take any base format and tweak it however you want. You can customize the card pool by adding or banning specific cards, use search queries to filter by type, rarity, or expansion, add new validation rules (like limiting Supporters or restricting Pokémon types), change deck size and prize count, modify core game rules, and even add environment effects that change how the entire game plays. Head over to the Custom Formats page to browse community-created formats or build your own!
Which format should I start with as a new player?
Are all cards implemented for every format?
Yes! TCG ONE has more than 22,000 cards implemented, covering every set from Base Set up to the latest sets of the current Standard season, so every format is complete: any deck that was legal in its era can be built and played, with every card's full effects. New sets are added as they release. If you notice a card that isn't working correctly, report it with the in-game bug report or on the forum; an automated bug triage agent picks up every report and fixes it.