This argument also applies backwards: Marvel Rivals works really well because the characters carry a game like that while Magic games that aren't just playing Magic haven't been working except Shandalar since that's about a world and not about you/NPCs.
wing is approximately seven 1/3 flyers that draw cards
Why Final Fantasy Felt Like Magic (But Marvel Doesn't) https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/why-final-fantasy-felt-like-magic-but-marvel-doesn-t
