MTG Swiss Rounds Calculator
Use this calculator to determine the recommended number of Swiss rounds for a Magic: The Gathering tournament based on attendance.
| Players | Swiss Rounds |
|---|---|
| 9–16 | 4 |
| 17–32 | 5 |
| 33–64 | 6 |
| 65–128 | 7 |
| 129–226 | 8 |
| 227–409 | 9 |
How Swiss Rounds Work
Swiss tournaments pair players with similar records each round. Players continue playing all Swiss rounds regardless of losses, and the highest-ranked players advance to the playoff cut.
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