The free-to-play card battler hit Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel sees a major update today, Konami have announced. The update is already live and introduces new cards and packs, adds more to the single-player campaign and alters Master Duel’s list of banned Forbidden and Limited cards for the first time. The next in-game event, the Fusion Festival, offers new rewards and rules starting on May 12th, too.
]]>I grew up watching the anime adaptation of Yu-Gi-Oh!, but I would be lying if I said I understood much of anything about it anymore. Apparently, it's also a card game. When was this? When did this come in? Anyway, its digital equivalent Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel is hosting a limited-time event called the N And R Rarity Festival, which begins today.
]]>Want to master the Virtual World deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? The strength of Virtual World comes from the deck’s easy access to powerful XYZ Monsters like True King of All Calamities and Divine Arsenal AA-Zeus - Sky Thunder, as well as a number of difficult-to-overcome Synchro monsters. These powerful XYZ Monsters alone make this deck one of the best meta decks currently playable in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, and it's your impressive array of Extra Deck monsters that you will rely on in most duels using this deck. Many of the Virtual World monsters the deck runs are Tuners that allow for easy access to Level 6 and Level 9 Synchro monsters that offer their own negation and destruction effects.
Key to victory here is ensuring you can get these Virtual World monsters onto the field or in the Graveyard in order to execute combos in your opening turn, either through the Virtual World spell and trap cards or cards like Emergency Teleport. This guide will provide you with an in-depth introduction to the Virtual World deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including a sample deck profile and core strategies to master. Here we will also introduce you to a few key strategies that you can use with this deck to start your journey. Consider both these basic strategies and your opponent’s deck and cards in order to decide which move is best against any given opponent.
]]>Want to master the Adamancipator deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Adamancipator is a unique deck within Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel in that its success comes in spite of the deck’s inherent randomness. This unpredictability also makes it one of the most skillful meta decks in the game, due to the need to adapt your strategies on the fly to the cards excavated from the top of your deck. Excavation effects are the core gimmick of the Adamancipator deck, making this a deck that truly has you believing in the Heart of the Cards.
This guide will provide you with an in-depth introduction to the Adamancipator deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including a sample deck profile and core strategies to master. Here we will also introduce you to a few key strategies that you can use with this deck to start your journey. Consider both these basic strategies and your opponent’s deck and cards in order to decide which move is best against any given opponent.
]]>Want to know how to XYZ Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? XYZ Summoning is one of the mechanics key to victory in many decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Decks such as Zoodiac Tri-Brigade rely heavily on summoning powerful XYZ monsters in order to win. Similarly, decks that have the effective means to stop you from summoning these monsters from your Extra Deck are similarly effective in the current format, as seen with the success of decks like Eldlich.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about XYZ Summons, including how to XYZ Summon and how to find XYZ Summon requirements.
]]>Wondering how to Fusion Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has a great deal of summoning mechanics for all of your monsters, which can quickly grow confusing. If you want to build a deck that focuses on Fusion monsters, then you'll need to know how to Fusion Summon. Whether you're a newcomer to the Yu-Gi-Oh franchise or you've been playing since the turn of the century, the Fusion Summon mechanic has changed a lot over the years, so we're here to help break it down.
Below, we'll cover what a Fusion Monster is and how to Fusion Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, so that you can create a powerful Fusion deck.
]]>Want to know how to Pendulum Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Pendulum Summoning is a powerful summoning mechanic which allows you to summon several monsters to the field at the same time. In the right deck, this powerful mechanic will allow you to unleash multiple powerful boss monsters at the same time or provide the materials to unleash near-unstoppable monsters to the field. From the jaws of defeat, Pendulum Summons could be the key to victory in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel.
]]>Want to know how to Link Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Link Summoning is the latest summoning mechanic introduced into Yu-Gi-Oh and is the core of many of the most popular decks in the current meta, such as the Zoodiac Tri-Brigade deck. To win in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel requires an understanding of how Link Summoning works, as any deck can take advantage of powerful Link Monsters.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about Link Summons, including how to Link Summon and how to find Link Summon requirements.
]]>Want to master the Eldlich deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? The strength of the Eldlich deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel comes from its ability to effectively counter many of the best meta decks currently being played by people online. While many other top decks rely on heavy amounts of special summoning, this deck’s key to victory lies with bringing out Eldlich the Golden Lord and using his effect and strength to prevent your opponent from summoning an effective counter.
This guide will provide you with an in-depth introduction to the Eldlich deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including a sample deck profile and core strategies to master. Here we will also introduce you to a few key strategies that you can use with this deck to start your journey. Consider both these basic strategies and your opponent’s deck and cards in order to decide which move is best against any given opponent.
]]>What are the best decks for victory in the Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel XYZ Festival? The XYZ Festival is the first limited-time in-game event in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. This Exhibition mode is centered around XYZ summons and offers a range of special rewards including gems and Legacy Pack Tickets earned by competing in the event. You can enter the tournament using your own deck or a provided Loaner Deck (with additional rewards for players using their own decks over the pre-constructed options).
To encourage players to take advantage of XYZ Summons and to prevent the prolific use of decks that prevent these summons, a special ban list is in effect for the Exhibition. This event-specific ban list bans all Fusion, Synchro and Link Monsters while banning or limiting various cards designed to limit the functions of decks that use XYZ summoning or don’t use XYZ monsters, such as Eldlich and Monarchs. This has also impacted Ritual monsters found commonly in Blue-Eyes and Gishki decks.
]]>Konami have announced that Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel will run its first in-game event, the XYZ Festival, between the 17th and 24th of February. XYZ Festival duels will tweak the rules, limiting the cards in your Extra Deck to XYZ monsters, and offer medals to those who take part. These medals will then grant you some unannounced rewards when the event ends.
This announcement comes alongside a promise to investigate reports of cheating, as Konami say they "strive to create a safe and enjoyable gaming environment for all Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel players".
]]>Want to master the Zoodiac Tri-Brigade deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? The Tri-Brigade engine is powerful in the current Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta for its speed in bringing out powerful Link Monsters with ease, and for how it integrates in other decks. In combination with the Zoodiac engine, the Tri-Brigade archetype improves both the strength and consistency of these monsters, making them one of the best meta decks in the game.
This guide will provide you with an in-depth introduction to the Zoodiac Tri-Brigade deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including a sample deck profile and core strategies to master. Here we will also introduce you to a few key strategies that you can use with this deck to start your journey. Consider both these basic strategies and your opponent’s deck and cards in order to decide which move is best against any given opponent.
]]>Want to master the Tri-Brigade Lyrilusc deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? One of the best meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel is Tri-Brigade Lyrilusc, a deck that utilizes cards from both archetypes to overpower your opponent through special summons. If you’ve spent any time in the game’s online duel mode, you’ve likely faced more than a few opponents using this deck on their quest for victory.
Below, we have an in-depth introduction to the Tri-Brigade Lyrilusc deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including a sample deck profile and core strategies to master. Here we will also introduce you to a few in-depth strategies that you can use with this deck to start your journey. Consider both these basic strategies and your opponent’s deck and cards in order to decide which move is best against any given opponent.
]]>Looking for the best meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel throws you in at the deep end with lots to learn if you're a newcomer, but the starter decks and structure decks should help you grasp the many mechanics. Once you have an understanding of the best staple cards to have in your deck, it's time to make your own deck. This might feel overwhelming, as Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel continues to add more cards and packs to collect, but we're here to help you discover the best meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel.
Below, we'll cover the 6 best meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel and also explain 3 rogue decks that we think you should try. Whether you're jumping into one of Master Duel's themed festivals or just playing in the ranked battles online, these meta decks will give you the potential to win against any opponent.
]]>What are the best staple cards all players should own in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? While every deck has its own specific strategies you need to use in order to win, there are a number of cards that can be used in almost every deck that are crucial for victory. The best staple cards in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel are cards that are designed to counter your opponent’s strategies, assisting you in building a powerful board in order to win.
Below, we want to introduce you to the cards that you should prioritize adding to your in-game collection, whether through crafting or buying booster packs.
]]>Want to know which is the best structure deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Getting started with Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel can feel a little daunting at first, with so many mechanics and cards available to players. Luckily the game is very welcoming to newcomers, and alongside the initial starter decks offered when logging in for the first time, the game also offers you a number of pre-made structure decks that allow anyone to jump right into dueling before they have to build decks of their own.
Below, we’ll introduce you to each of the structure decks currently available within Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel and go through the strategies needed to win using these decks. Each deck includes a number of powerful monsters, spells, traps and more that can help everyone from absolute beginners to experienced veterans. These are themed decks each centered on a particular mechanic, and the best choice depends on what type of mechanics you enjoy to use, just as much as it depends on the power of these decks.
]]>Want to know which cards are forbidden or limited in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? As is the case with most card games, Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has a substantial list of Forbidden, Limited, and Semi-Limited cards. Forbidden cards are completely banned from competitive play, usually because they break the game by making it too easy or making large swathes of cards redundant. You can use Limited and Semi-Limited cards, but they’re restricted, meaning you might only be able to use one or two copies in your deck, rather than the usual three.
Below, we’ll cover which cards are Forbidden, Limited, and Semi-Limited in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, so that you know which cards you can use when constructing a meta deck.
]]>Want to know the best Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel starter deck? Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel doesn’t give you long to learn the rules. After a quick tutorial, you face a substantial choice that will determine the shape of your duelling career. It's time to choose your starter deck. Okay, so maybe it isn’t that pivotal, but you’ll need to know the best starter deck in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel if you want to get ahead and win some of those early Ranked duels against other players.
Below, we’ll cover which Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel starter deck is best and explain how you can get your hands on them all.
]]>Want to know how to unlock more cards in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? With over 10,000 cards available in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, you should definitely want to know how to move beyond your starting deck and unlock more cards. Whether you want to collect every card in Master Duel or just find specific cards for a new deck, there are lots of ways to add to your collection and discover new strategies and synergies.
Below, we’ll cover a few different ways to get more cards in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel and discuss the strengths of each method. They all net you more cards, but certain methods are better for collectors and certain ones work better for those hoping to build a meta deck.
]]>Want to know how many cards you can have in a Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel deck? There are over 10,000 cards available in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, which is a truly staggering number for newcomers and veterans alike. With so many cards on offer, you might be wondering how many you can squeeze into a deck.
Below, we’ll cover how many cards you can have in a Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel deck and discuss how you should use those cards to have the best chance of winning.
]]>Want to know more about Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel secret packs? Secret packs are special, time-limited packs that you can unlock in the store. However, Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel doesn’t do a great job of explaining how you unlock these secret packs or what they are for. Fortunately, we have all the answers.
Below, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel secret packs, including what they are and how to unlock more of them.
]]>Want to know how to Synchro Summon in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Synchro Summons allow you to play powerful Synchro Monsters, but you can’t just place them on the board like when you summon a regular monster. Synchro Monsters have specific requirements that you must fulfil before you can play them onto the field. Synchro Summons might sound confusing, but we’re going to break it down below so that you can easily understand this strategy and summon powerful Synchro Monsters to destroy your opponent and win more duels.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about Synchro Summons in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, including how to Synchro Summon and how to find Synchro Summon requirements.
]]>Want to know how to get more gems in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? Gems are the main form of currency in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, allowing you to buy new cards, decks, accessories, and other profile customization options in the shop. They are essential for building your card collection and building new decks in Master Duel, so you'll need to know how to get them if you want to build a meta deck for ranked online play. If you want to know how to get more gems and where to spend them, we’ve got you covered.
]]>Want to know how Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel cross play and cross save work? Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has set Steam on fire with a huge player count, but it’s also out on other platforms. You can currently play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. If you’ve got friends on other platforms who want to duel, you might be wondering whether Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has crossplay and cross save.
Fortunately, Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has both crossplay and cross progression. Below, we’ll cover everything you need to know about crossplay and cross save, so that you can challenge your friends to a duel, no matter which device they use to play.
]]>Want to know how to play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on mobile? After a surprise launch catapulted it into Steam's most played charts, Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel's mobile version was highly-anticipated. The worldwide release has finally arrived, meaning you can now play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on mobile.
Below, we'll cover everything you need to know about Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel mobile version, including how to play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on mobile and what to do if you don't have a device that meets the requirements.
]]>Want to know how to craft cards in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel? While your first instinct might be to spend your Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel gems on packs to get the card you want, you can also craft cards using something called craft points. Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel's card-crafting system is fairly well-hidden, but it allows you to focus on collecting specific cards and is essential if you want to create a meta deck.
Below, we’ll cover everything you need to know about crafting cards and earning craft points in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel.
]]>I mostly associate Yu-Gi-Oh! with its manga and anime and all its hairstyles you could cut your hand on. It's also, of course, an enormously popular trading card game, and its latest digital iteration, Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel, came to Steam this past week. It's currently the fourth most popular game on the platform by concurrent players.
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