Current Standard Metagame Overview
This analysis represents the Standard format from May 20, 2025 to June 3, 2025, based on data from 102 decks during this 14-day time period. Use this snapshot to understand the metagame trends during this historical period.
The Standard format continues to evolve with both established archetypes and emerging strategies finding success. This snapshot combines data on the most played cards with the top-performing deck archetypes to give you a comprehensive view of what to expect in competitive play.
Top Performing Archetypes
We continue to see Izzet as the top meta-share deck with Dimir gaining ground as a good matchup against it. The essentially story of the meta is how do you beat Cori-Steel Cutter or play the mirror match. We have seen a rise in the last seven days of Dimir mid-range which is not perfectly reflected in the last 14 days view.
Metagame Insights
The current Standard format is primarily defined by these archetypes, with Izzet Prowsess holding the largest share at 31.4%. This indicates a diverse metagame where various strategies can find success.
Most Common Main Deck Cards
Stock up continues it's dominance in the meta, used by the almost any deck with blue including Izzet. It's a key piece that allows Izzet to go beyond the explosive starts. Soulstone sanctuary continues in the second spot but has been going down in price a good time to buy.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stock Up |
44.5%
|
3.7 |
| 2 | Monstrous Rage |
36.0%
|
3.7 |
| 3 | Spirebluff Canal |
34.8%
|
4.0 |
| 4 | Shivan Reef |
34.2%
|
4.0 |
| 5 | Into the Flood Maw |
32.0%
|
2.6 |
| 6 | Monastery Swiftspear |
32.0%
|
3.5 |
Most Common Sideboard Cards
Ghost Vacuum continues to be the most played sideboard card, it's a low cost targeted graveyard removal with bounce decks and some graveyard reanimation its a good idea to have some graveyard hate. Once again it's a pile of counterspells after the graveyard hate with any deck playing blue having counterspell options.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Vacuum |
56.3%
|
1.8 |
| 2 | Negate |
34.6%
|
1.4 |
| 3 | Disdainful Stroke |
32.6%
|
1.4 |
| 4 | Lithomantic Barrage |
32.4%
|
1.6 |
| 5 | Spell Pierce |
31.8%
|
1.6 |
| 6 | Ral, Crackling Wit |
29.2%
|
1.8 |
Metagame Summary
This snapshot provides a comprehensive view of the current Standard metagame, showcasing both the most common deck archetypes and the most frequently played cards. For the latest updates and complete data, explore the detailed analysis available for each color combination.
When building or tuning a deck for competitive play, consider both the top-performing archetypes you're likely to face and the most common cards you should be prepared to answer or incorporate into your own strategy.
Data updated daily and represents cards from decks added to the database in the last 14 days.
Last updated: June 3, 2025