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Review of Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Xbox Series X/S

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 2022
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Gamefings Score: 8
Released: 19 Jan 2022
Genre: Digital Collectible Card Game
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment

Introduction

Welcome, duelists and non-duelists alike, to the realm of 'Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel!' If you've ever dreamed of shouting 'It's time to duel!' loud enough to wake the neighbors or your roommates, then this game is located just outside your living room. This free-to-play extravaganza offers you a chance to collect cards, duke it out with opponents, and maybe, just maybe, become the next King of Games (or at least the King of the Couch).

Gameplay

Gameplay in "Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel" feels like being handed a magical deck of cards and told, 'Go wild!' You'll find yourself building a deck from a tantalizingly large library of cards, each more colorful and expressive than a toddler's finger painting. Want to summon a monster that can destroy everything in one blow? You got it! Prefer a more strategic approach with tricky traps? That's in there too. The game is built around the classic Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game rules, albeit with its own Forbidden and Limited List, so be prepared to see some familiar friends get benched. The game offers various modes of play. You can engage in the sumptuously crafted Solo Mode, where a storyline, riddled with enough card puns to make your dad proud, guides you along. You can test your mettle against AI opponents, because who needs human interaction when you can defeat a computer instead? But hold on to your dueling gloves! Multiplayer options are available for those who want to compete against real players. Whether it's casual matchmaking or a competitive ranked ladder, there's no shortage of settings to flaunt your unique strategies (and oversized collection of shiny holographic cards).

Graphics

Visually, "Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel" is as pleasing as a perfectly polished Yu-Gi-Oh! card. The graphics splash animations are vibrant enough to distract you and your opponent during critical moments-sorry, that was the plan all along! The animated card effects will have you feeling like a magician as you unleash strategic spells and majestic creatures onto the battlefield. The interface is clean and straightforward, making it easy to navigate through cards, decks, and those oh-so-contagious card openings (it's like Christmas, but every day). Listening to the soundtrack while dueling might make you want to conduct your own symphony, just be careful not to strike a pose at the worst moment (trust me, I speak from experience).

Conclusion

In conclusion, whether you're a seasoned duelist or a newbie who thinks Dark Magician Girl is the best card ever, "Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel" has something for everyone. With slick graphics, engaging gameplay, and various game modes, it's a robust return to the world of magical card battles-now on your console! The game is free-to-play, so what do you have to lose except for all dignity as you shout 'I summon the Exodia!' in public? So go ahead, pick up your controller, and may your draws be ever in your favor!

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