Paradox Engine
Paradox Engine Price Summary
As of Jul 28, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Paradox Engine is $6.14 (AER #169), and the most expensive is $98.31 (MPS #43, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $6.14, down 0.2% over 7 days, down 8.6% over 30 days, down 17.0% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $30.29 (2026).
Paradox Engine Printings & Prices
Paradox Engine has 3 tracked printings across 3 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including prerelease treatments.
Sell Paradox Engine: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $70.00 cash for MPS #43 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 36% (normal).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | MPS #43 | Foil | $70.00 | $109.99 | 36% |
| CoolStuffInc | MPS #43 | Foil | $55.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | PAER #169s | Foil | $16.50 | $32.99 | 50% |
| Card Kingdom | AER #169 | Foil | $10.80 | $17.99 | 40% |
| CoolStuffInc | AER #169 | Foil | $10.00 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | AER #169 | Nonfoil | $5.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | AER #169 | Nonfoil | $2.30 | $8.49 | 73% |
Paradox Engine Rules Text & Legality
Whenever you cast a spell, untap all nonland permanents you control.
Paradox Engine is legal in Pioneer, Modern and Legacy, and not legal in Standard, Commander and Pauper.
Paradox Engine Rulings
- Feb 9, 2017 Paradox Engine’s triggered ability resolves before the spell that caused it to trigger. The ability will resolve even if that spell is countered.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Paradox Engine has been reprinted 4 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAER #169s | 2017-01-20 | Mythic | Prerelease |
| AER #169 | 2017-01-20 | Mythic | Standard |
| AER #169 | 2017-01-20 | Mythic | Standard |
| MPS #43 | 2016-09-30 | Special | Standard |
PAER #169s 
AER #169 
MPS #43 Paradox Engine FAQ
How much is Paradox Engine worth?
Paradox Engine is worth about $6.14 for its cheapest playable printing as of Jul 28, 2026. Prices range from $6.14 to $98.31 across 3 tracked printings.
Is Paradox Engine legal in Pioneer?
Yes — Paradox Engine is legal in Pioneer. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Paradox Engine been reprinted?
Yes — Paradox Engine has been reprinted 4 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Paradox Engine expensive?
Paradox Engine trades at $6.14 on printing supply and steady demand.