LGS

In the context of Magic: The Gathering, LGS refers to a local game store. Local game shops sell Magic and other TCGs, and may for example also have miniatures, D&D and comics. 
==WPN supported activities==
Local game shops can be the venue for the lower levels of Organized Play, supported by the Wizards Play Network (WPN). Prereleases provide a casual play atmosphere and an enjoyable atmosphere to get a preview of new cards. Friday Night Magic (FNM) enables players to compete for special foil DCI cards and other prizes. These tournaments are mostly for amateurs and are a good place to start your Magic-playing career, but are only available at stores and clubs with Wizards of the Coast Premiere status. 
===In-store play program===
In 2017, a new in-store play program was set up under guidance of Chris Tulach. This program differentiates local players as follows:Wizards of the Coast (April 12, 2017). "The Ideal Event Path". Wizards Play Network
* New Player: No knowledge of how to play Magic.
* Interested Player: Basic understanding of Magic, ready to learn more about strategy and game play.
* Engaged Player: Competence in Magic game play, eager to invest in the game on a regular basis.
* Super Fan: Dedicated to Magic for the long-term. Later renamed Enfranchised Player.
===Ideal event path===
Event 	Primary audience 	Secondary audience 	When
Magic Open House 	New 	Interested, Engaged	Saturday prior to each set's prerelease.
Magic League 	Interested 	New, Engaged 	Four successive weeks, starting the Monday after each set's release.
Friday Night Magic	Interested, Engaged	New 	Weekly on Fridays.
Prerelease 	Interested, Engaged	New 	Weekend before release
Draft Weekend 	Engaged 	Interested 	Weekend after release
Standard Showdown 	Engaged 	Interested 	Eight consecutive weekends after release
Store Championship	Engaged 	 	Eight weeks after release
===Product path===
With the expanded product mix that was introduced with Throne of Eldraine — Collector Boosters, Theme Boosters, and Brawl Decks especially — the ideal product path became less about player's experience level and more about the kind of experience the player wanted. This aspect was further strengthened with the introduction of the Arena Starter Kit en the Welcome Booster with Core Set 2021.
==Gallery==
File:Product path new.jpg|Product path new players 2017
File:Product path interested.jpg|Product path interested players 2017
File:Product path engaged.jpg |Product path engaged players 2017
File:Product path super fan.jpg |Product path super fan 2017
File:Product path 2019.jpg|Product path 2019
==References==
Category:Stores