BoosterPacks

Booster packs are sealed, randomized packages that contain collectible cards for trading card games. They are produced by the game's publisher or licensed partners and are sold individually or in bundles. Booster packs are designed to expand a player's collection and provide new deck-building options, often coinciding with new set releases.

Contents vary by game and set, but a typical booster pack includes several cards drawn from the set's pool and assigned rarities. Most packs contain multiple common cards, at least one uncommon or higher, and one rare or better card. Many packs also include a foil or holographic card and sometimes a code card for digital play; some sets include additional insert cards or basic resources.

Use and distribution: Booster packs support drafting and sealed-deck formats in tabletop play, and are a primary revenue stream for game expansions. They are sold singly, in multi-pack bundles, or as part of larger booster boxes containing many packs. Digital adaptations may offer equivalent packs with randomized rewards.

Criticism and considerations: The randomness of booster contents has drawn scrutiny over value and transparency of probabilities. Packaging and environmental impact are noted by some critics. Some players prefer non-random products or guaranteed-value options, and many games provide alternative formats to address this concern.