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Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Simulation
Strategy
Free To Play
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Steam Trading Cards
In-App Purchases

Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!

Developers: KONAMI
Publishers: KONAMI
Release Date: Jan 18, 2022
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 13k

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Mostly Positive(74%)
visually appealing
free-to-play friendly
vast card library
crafting system
varied strategies
unbalanced meta
advantage going first
lengthy turns
The general sentiment of the reviews is largely frustrating due to the dominance of a few powerful decks and lengthy turns that limit interactivity. While the game offers a rich card library and favorable free-to-play options for new players, the meta's imbalance and reliance on specific game-winning decks detract from the overall enjoyment. Improvements in variety and balance are highly coveted by players eager to see changes that would benefit gameplay dynamics.

Positive Points

  • The game is visually appealing and has a clean interface, which adds to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
  • Master Duel is praised for being a free-to-play friendly game with generous rewards for new players, particularly through initial gem gifts and a crafting system.
  • Players appreciate the vast card library, which allows for significant flexibility in deck building and offers a wide range of cards to collect.

    • Negative Points

  • The meta is heavily criticized for being dominated by a few overpowered decks, forcing players to play certain top-tier decks to be competitive.
  • Many players complain about matches often being decided by coin flips, particularly the advantage of going first, leading to one-sided games.
  • There is significant frustration over long individual turns and convoluted combos, leading to boredom and a non-interactive experience for the opponent.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the crafting system is considered a positive feature, the difficulty in obtaining UR (Ultra Rare) cards without spending money is a common cause for frustration.
  • The game offers many cards and varied strategies, yet the lack of effective balancing often prevents decks outside the meta from being viable.

    • Common Themes

  • Many reviews highlight the game's shift from a strategic, back-and-forth gameplay to one that has long, oppressive combos that often decide the game on the first turn.
  • There is a strong desire for Konami to ban problematic cards like Maxx C and offer more balanced formats or alternative formats to refresh the gameplay.
    • Updated 11/11/2025, 12:01:27 AM UTC
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