Current Standard Metagame Overview
This analysis represents the Standard format from August 9, 2025 to August 16, 2025, based on data from 198 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 RCQ season for standard we expect things to solidify very quickly. It important to remember that we only pull in the decks that are TOP 8 or 5-0 from Challenges or Leagues so the meta may have a lot of mono-green but they are not winning events. Vivi Decks are number 1 all the way. There are two variants which we have grouped for our metagame. Dimir in a very safe #2 with Esper Pixie rising from the ashes with some very solid mana base thanks to shock lands and some new players with Edge of Eternities.
Metagame Insights
The current Standard format is primarily defined by these archetypes, with Izzet holding the largest share at 30.8%. This indicates a diverse metagame where various strategies can find success.
Most Common Main Deck Cards
Soulstone is the backbone of almost all the meta decks providing a Ninja for Dimir and a mouse for Gruul and a decent attack land for everyone else.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Starting Town |
43.8%
|
2.9 |
| 2 | Soulstone Sanctuary |
36.9%
|
2.4 |
| 3 | Into the Flood Maw |
35.4%
|
2.9 |
| 4 | Riverpyre Verge |
34.0%
|
3.9 |
| 5 | Spirebluff Canal |
34.0%
|
4.0 |
| 6 | Torch the Tower |
34.0%
|
3.1 |
Most Common Sideboard Cards
Sideboard is counter magic, damage based board wipe and graveyard hate... less graveyard hate than before so time to play your graveyard decks.
| # | Card | % of Decks | Avg. Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fire Magic |
41.0%
|
2.2 |
| 2 | Disdainful Stroke |
39.4%
|
1.7 |
| 3 | Annul |
33.5%
|
1.7 |
| 4 | Ghost Vacuum |
31.9%
|
1.7 |
| 5 | Spell Pierce |
31.7%
|
1.9 |
| 6 | Duress |
30.5%
|
2.3 |
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: August 16, 2025