Playgroup finder

Find a Commander playgroup near you

Every pin on this map is a Magic: The Gathering playgroup that is open to new members. 410 groups are listed worldwide and 62 of them logged a game in the last 90 days. Zoom to your area, check a group's profile, and message its organizers directly.

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Put your playgroup on the map

Run a pod that has room at the table? Create a free playgroup, mark it open to join, and players searching this map can find and message you. Use a neighbourhood rather than an exact address if you play at home.

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How it works

1

Find a group on the map

Zoom to your city and click a pin. Solid pins played a game in the last 90 days, faded pins have been quiet.

2

Check the profile

See how many members a group has, how often they play, and whether they link a Discord server or website.

3

Send a message

Message the organizers straight from the profile. They get an email and can reply to you directly. No account needed.

Frequently Asked

How do I find a Commander playgroup near me?
Use the map above. Every pin is a Magic: The Gathering playgroup that has marked itself open to new members. Zoom to your area, click a pin to see the group's size and activity, then open its profile and send the organizers a message.
How do I contact a playgroup?
Open the playgroup's profile from the map and use the Send message button. Your message goes straight to the group's organizers by email, and they can reply to you directly. Some groups also link a Discord server or website on their profile.
Is it free to join a playgroup?
Yes. Browsing the map, contacting a group, and joining are all free. Individual groups decide how they play, but Playgroup.gg charges nothing for finding or joining a playgroup.
How do I get my playgroup on the map?
Create a free playgroup on Playgroup.gg, then open its settings and enable open to join. Pick an approximate location on the map, and use a neighbourhood rather than an exact address if you play at home, then add a contact email so players can reach you.
What if there is no active playgroup near me?
Two options. Start your own group and mark it open to join, so nearby players searching this map find you. Or play Commander online right away with Playgroup Live, a free browser tabletop with voice chat for 2 to 6 players, no install needed.
Do I need an account to use the playgroup finder?
No. You can browse the map and message any open playgroup without an account. You only need a free account to create a playgroup of your own or to track your games.