Current Standard Metagame Overview
This analysis represents the Standard format from July 15, 2025 to July 22, 2025, based on data from 124 decks during this 7-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
Welcome back to lame deck meta. This week we have seen continued Vivi with Dimir two obvious choices from the bannings. The mono-green landfall deck continues to ride with massive new support from Edge of Eternities exepct this to continue to rise. Tokens and Golgari are still on the menu but not winning much.
Metagame Insights
The current Standard format is primarily defined by these archetypes, with Izzet holding the largest share at 29.0%. This indicates a diverse metagame where various strategies can find success.
Most Common Main Deck Cards
Format all stars like soulstone are seeing the most play along with multi-color lands that support dimir and izzet. No change here.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Soulstone Sanctuary |
50.3%
|
2.3 |
| 2 | Go for the Throat |
28.6%
|
2.9 |
| 3 | Spirebluff Canal |
28.2%
|
4.0 |
| 4 | Cut Down |
27.5%
|
3.4 |
| 5 | Shivan Reef |
27.3%
|
3.9 |
| 6 | Riverpyre Verge |
26.7%
|
3.9 |
Most Common Sideboard Cards
Dimir and Izzet cards continue to dominate the sideboard along with GY hate.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Vacuum |
42.4%
|
1.7 |
| 2 | Disdainful Stroke |
36.8%
|
1.4 |
| 3 | Negate |
33.1%
|
1.5 |
| 4 | Lithomantic Barrage |
32.7%
|
2.1 |
| 5 | Duress |
30.5%
|
2.2 |
| 6 | Fire Magic |
23.7%
|
2.0 |
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 7 days.
Last updated: July 22, 2025