What are the Wizards Play Network (WPN) badges?
Wizards Play Network
About the Wizards Play Network (WPN)
The Wizards Play Network (WPN) is a community, by Wizards of the Coast, of more than 6,000 game stores bringing Magic: The Gathering players together to share their love of the game. Learn more about the WPN.
Finding WPN Sellers on TCGplayer
Shopping for products from high-quality Sellers is easy on TCGplayer.com! Using the “Wizards Play Network” filter option will return products only from sellers that participate in Wizards of the Coast’s “Wizards Play Network” program.
Why Shop from WPN Sellers?
Buying from a WPN Seller means buying from a store you can be confident in. WPN sellers are local game stores that are part of the official Wizards of the Coast network. This means you are always shopping from authorized Magic: The Gathering sellers.
How to Filter for WPN Sellers
To find Magic: The Gathering products from these quality sellers:
- Simply check the box for “Wizards Play Network” in the Seller Filters section of the product search page where you see a “WPN” icon
- You can also find the “Wizards Play Network” filter on the pricing section of individual Magic: The Gathering product pages.
- Get started here.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Wizards Play Network (WPN) badge on TCGplayer?
Wizards Play Network retailers have the option to display a WPN badge next to their TCGplayer store name. By displaying this badge, retailers gain greater marketplace visibility and are recognized as trusted retail partners of Wizards of the Coast, instilling buyer confidence by signaling to customers they are purchasing from a Wizards-verified local game store.
Additionally, a Wizards Play Network seller qualifies as a Certified Hobby Shop (CHS). We will automatically be applying a CHS badge to Wizards Play Network sellers.
How do I sign up for the WPN badge?
You can submit an application for a WPN badge.
What are the qualifications for WPN Badge?
- Be part of the WPN program.
- Have a seller account on TCGplayer that is in good standing.
- Have a WPN badge application approved by Wizards of the Coast.
Why is my application taking so long?
The Wizards of the Coast team has received an overwhelming amount of interest in this program, which has led to a large volume of applications. The Wizards of the Coast team is working diligently to review each one. Please wait up to 5 business days before reaching out on the status of your application.
Where can I check the status of my application?
You can submit a ticket with your inquiry to Wizards of the Coast.
When will I know that my application is approved?
TCGplayer will send you an email once your application is approved.
How long will it take for the WPN badge to show up?
Once the application is approved, it can take up to 48 hours to see the WPN badge.
Change Log
- 6/2/25 - Added additional information about WPN sellers and filtering search results.
- 6/12/25 - Updated FAQ to reflect the after-Pilot period.