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Censorship in anime and just about every form of art is a tricky subject. On the one hand, banning or censoring something on the basis of current social norms could lead to a slippery slope where nothing is safe. But, conversely, giving anime creators total freedom but with no discipline can and will lead to offensive material being made mainstream. In the case of these anime, it was a good thing some key censors and cuts were made.

These anime were based on manga that went too far when it came to pushing boundaries or challenging good taste, which is why it was understandable and even necessary for them to make some changes. That's not to say that these anime's respective source material should never have been adapted in the first place. Every work of art has a right to be made,...

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More often than not, anime adaptations of more mature and adult-leaning manga tend to water down or outright cut some of their characters' backstories due to how dark things can get. This isn't too surprising, and it also makes sense. At the end of the day, anime is a form of mass entertainment. Making even the edgiest story marketable is just a fact of life in the business.

This, however, is not the case for these anime. Unlike their contemporaries, these anime risked it all by adapting their characters' dark backstories as accurately and unabridged as possible. The end results were rarely (if ever) pretty to look at, nor were they always well-received. That said, the fact that these anime left these backstories uncensored and got away with it is a feat in and of itself.

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Yu-Gi-Oh!has existed for nearly 30 years, and it's changed a lot over that time. What began as a humble manga about a meek boy and the cruel spirit who'd possess him in order to exact vengeance on those who wrong him via various games eventually morphed into one of the most successful anime and trading card game franchises in history. While the shift in focus of the series toward the Duel Monsters card game made Yu-Gi-Oh! more popular than it ever would have been otherwise, it did lose something special in the process.

The late Kazuki Takahashi's Yu-Gi-Oh! began as a horror manga, but these origins have been increasingly buried by each new installment in the anime franchise. While Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters, Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx, and Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's retained the eeriness and the mystical trappings of the manga, they rarely actively tried to be scary. And, for as dark as they can get,...

The iconic Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise is celebrating the trading card game's 25th anniversary with Early Days Collection, re-releasing classic game titles for the modern era on both the Nintendo Switch and Steam.

Via a press release, Konami today announced the release of Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection through retail and on the Nintendo Switch eShop. The Steam release will go live at 9 a.m. Et and is confirmed to be Steam Deck Verified. The collection includes 14 titles spanning the Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance, including some never released outside of Japan and available worldwide for the first time. Readers can check out the full list of Yu-Gi-Oh! games releasing on Nintendo Switch and Steam below and game imagery below.

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If there’s any franchise that seems like it would lend itself to an assembly-line game series, it’s Yu-Gi-Oh! Just let people battle with a ton of recognizable cards from the anime and manga and call it a day. And while there are certain series that offer this straightforward approach Yu-Gi-Oh! ’s video game history is surprisingly complicated. It’s a mixed bag as to whether or not a game was released outside of Japan, some of the games aren’t necessarily based on the card game itself, and if they are based on the card game, the application of the card game’s mechanics grows with each entry. Go back to the earliest entries and you might find some familiar things missing. All of this makes a release like Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection more than just a repetitive package. Instead, it’s a snapshot of the nascent era of Yu-Gi-Oh! video games,...

In Yu-Gi-Oh!, young Yugi Muto is a high school student who unlocks a mysterious puzzle and battles opponents while playing the Duel Monsters card game. As Yugi and his friends participate in various tournaments, they face epic challenges revolving around Ancient Egyptian mythology. The high-stakes card game battles have Yugi and his allies saving the world from ruthless villains, summoning monsters, and casting spells against each other.

Yugi's Millennium Puzzle is one of the most iconic artifacts in Yu-Gi-Oh! lore, and it's central to both Yugi's story and the rise of his alter ego, the Pharaoh. The powers of the Millennium Puzzle are remarkable, and its deeper lore enriches Yu-Gi-Oh!'s story. As one of the key pieces in Yugi Muto and Yami Yugi's journeys together, the Millennium Puzzle plays a very important part in Yu-Gi-Oh!'s anime story, and it all began thousands of years ago in Ancient Egypt.

If you're anything like me, a certain segment of your childhood revolved around watching "Yu-Gi-Oh!" The cards were important too, don't get me wrong, but the show is what riveted me -- gluing me to the TV every Saturday morning even with the frequently ridiculous dialogue of the 4Kids dub. If that was your childhood too, then you may be surprised to learn just how many different "Yu-Gi-Oh!" shows and movies have come out since then. The franchise has never let up for a second, making the task of watching everything a tall one, to say the least.

Following the original series, there were a few spin-off projects before creator Kazuki Takahashi developed a proper successor to his series, "Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx," which blended the original formula with the "magic school" genre. When that was done, he created "Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's," which put the card games on motorcycles. Both of these sequel...

The full trailer recently arrived for Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection , which packs in a whopping 14 games from 1998 to 2004. All of those games are on display in the new trailer along with some of the features, including online play and more. Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Trailer Related: Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Reveals Full Lineup of Classic Games Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Full Lineup Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters (1998/Game Boy) Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters II: Dark Duel Stories (1999/Game Boy, Game Boy Color) Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories (2000 Jp, 2002 US, 2003 EU/Game Boy Color) Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 4: Battle of Great Duelist (2000/Game Boy Color. Includes online battles support). Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule Gb (2000 Jp/Game Boy Color) Yu-Gi-Oh! Dungeon Dice Monsters (2001 Jp, 2003 US and EU/Game Boy Advance) Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Monsters 6, Expert 2 (2001/Game Boy Advance) Yu-Gi-Oh! The Eternal Duelist Soul (2001 Jp, 2002 US, 2003 EU/Game Boy Advance) Yu-Gi-Oh! The Sacred Cards (2002 Jp, 2003 US, 2004 EU/Game Boy Advance) Yu-Gi-Oh!

Some anime stand the test of time, being talked about years after they finish their original anime runs. This is especially true of the shows released during the American anime boom of the late 1990s and early 2000s, with many of the shows broadcast on American television in that era remaining highly praised and instantly recognizable. However, Yu-Gi-Oh bucks this trend. Despite airing during the American anime boom period and the card game remaining one of the most popular TCGs ever created, the original Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime is painfully overlooked today. But those who return to this classic anime will find that the series still holds up.

Like many similar shōnen anime, Yu-Gi-Oh started life as a manga. Created and illustrated by Kazuki Takahashi, the series debuted in Weekly Shōnen Jump in 1996. However, unlike other big shows from the era, it didn't have an easy jump to anime. In...

There is no doubt that the original protagonist of the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series, Yugi Muto, was one of the best duelists of his time. His time as King of Games is legendary, with his biggest feats still being remembered fondly by fans of the franchise. Few players can claim to have challenged Yugi and won their encounter.

Yet, when his playing style and deck-building strategies are analyzed from afar, his legendary status begins to be put into question. Although he is undoubtedly one of the best protagonists in the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, he has many flaws that would cost him his title outside the anime. There is another equally beloved character who could rival Yugi’s prowess if they ever dueled in real life: Jaden Yuki.

Yugi Is a Great Duelist, But Only Within the Anime Most of His Victories Relied on the Powers of His Millennium Item

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The Yu-Gi-Oh! anime franchise is known for its exciting stories and epic monsters. Nonetheless, due to the main series mostly focusing on the heroes who would play the game to save the world, little was known about the lore of the cards. For years, fans had been hoping for an anime that would follow the story behind their favorite monsters, a desire that will soon become a reality, as revealed by the latest project from Konami.

The Story Behind Yu-Gi-Oh! Most Popular Archetypes Will Soon Be Revealed Raye and Ecclesia Will Be the Focus of the Next Anime

Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Game The Chronicles is a brand-new show that is set to be released in April 2025, and will depict the adventures of two of the most iconic archetypes in the game: Sky Strikers and Fallen of Albaz. The community is over the moon with this amazing news, as a project such...

Konami is getting ready to mine some nostalgia with Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection , which brings over a dozen classic entries in the series to Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam on February 27, 2025. Now the full lineup has been revealed, including games never released outside of Japan like 2001's Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule Gb . Other new additions include Yu-Gi-Oh! Dungeon Dice Monsters , Yu-Gi-Oh! Worldwide Edition: Stairway to the Destined Duel , Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship Tournament 2004 , Yu-Gi-Oh! Destiny Board Traveler and Yu-Gi-Oh! 7 Trials to Glory: World Championship Tournament 2005 . Players will be able to save and load anywhere in these titles, and it will launch with online battle support for Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 4: Battle of Great Duelist . Some of the other games may get online battle support after launch, as well. Related: Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Adds More Nostalgic Games Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Full Lineup Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters (1998/Game Boy) Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters II: Dark Duel Stories Yu-Gi-Oh!

Konami has announced a new collection of 14 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games from the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance era, coming to modern platforms in 2025. The news comes as the beloved franchise celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game.

The upcoming release is titled Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection, and brings back popular titles from the franchise's early video game history (1998 - 2005). This includes Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule Gb, a 2001 game that was previously only available in Japan, and uses a unique grid-based battle system. Other games, like Yu-Gi-Oh! Worldwide Edition: Stairway to the Destined Duel, stick closely to the rules of the trading card game, so players can relive the best duels of the anime. The full collection includes the following games:

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters II: Dark Duel Stories Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 4: Battle of Great Duelist Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule Gb Yu-Gi-Oh!

For 25 years, the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise has been ruling and dueling with a popular brand of trading card games. Full of mighty monsters and iconic characters, one of the line's female monsters is now being turned into a breathtaking new collectible.

The "Sky Striker Ace - Kagari/Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Game Monster Figure Collection" is a fiery new figure that recreates an equally epic trading card. Portraying part of the "Sky Striker Ace" series of cards, the Pvc figure is detailed to the hilt. Now available for preorder, it's the best way for fans of the franchise to let Kagari make the jump from their card deck and onto their shelves.

Related New Yu-Gi-Oh! Jewelry Collection Immortalizes the Blue-Eyes White Dragon & More

The Dark Magician, Blue-Eyes White Dragon and more from Yu-Gi-Oh! are now available in an impressive line of premium jewelry by King Ice.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! fans can get their bling on with an impressive new collection of jewelry based on the 2000 anime series. The stunning collection comes from the respected jewelry brand King Ice.

King Ice recently announced the new collaboration on its official website. Yu-Gi-Oh! -- the original anime series starring Yugi Mutou and his game-winning alter ego -- is represented with three gorgeous necklaces. The first jewelry item is based on Yugi’s Millennium Puzzle, which holds the spirit of Yami Yugi. The remaining two items are based on the most popular monsters from the real-life Duel Monsters trading card game.

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As Christmas approaches, many anime fans might be wondering what to get their loved ones on such a special occasion or maybe looking for a gift for themselves. BoxLunch has heard these pleas and has delivered one of the best presents to any Yu-Gi-Oh! fan could have asked for.

It's Time For Christmas With This Incredible Yu-Gi-Oh! Sweater

Their exclusive ugly sweater inspired by this beloved franchise celebrates both the holidays and the adventures of Yugi in the original Duel Monsters anime. Best of all, this festive piece of clothing serves another purpose besides keeping fans warm during the cold winter nights, as it contains its own duel disk, perfect for any aspiring King of Games.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters follows the story of Yugi Mutou, a high school student who solves an ancient Egyptian puzzle and awakens a powerful alter ego. This mysterious persona, known as the "Pharaoh,...

It's been time to duel for the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise for 25 years, and since then, numerous magical monsters have become synonymous with the property. In celebration, the Japanese postal service is activating its trap card with a series of Yu-Gi-Oh! stamps.

These stamps are based on the iconic Blue-Eyes White Dragon, which has long since become a veritable mascot for the brand. Sold as a sheet of monster stamps, the collection will come complete with a truly Japanese take on the monster's card. Available for a limited time, the set is the ultimate way to mail home a victory in a Duel Monsters match.

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More so than even the cards themselves, the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise is known for the monsters on the cards. Now, one of these trading card game characters is receiving an epic new action figure that's set to become available in the coming year.

I:p Masquerena is far from the Blue Eyes White Dragon in terms of popularity, but the exciting rollerblading character is definitely a hit in her own right. Full of detail and accessories, Masquerena will be available in two different versions. With the Yu-Gi-Oh! card game itself now turning 25 years old, fans will want to preorder their Masquerena figure today.

Related New Yu-Gi-Oh! Figure for Seto Kaiba Showcases the Dark Side of the Heart of the Cards

A stunning yet compact new figure of Seto Kaiba from the classic Yu-Gi-Oh!: Duel Monsters anime series can now be pre-ordered and added to the "deck."

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Throughout the original Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime, the protagonist and his friends encounter a vast and intriguing cast of supporting and side characters. The show had a bit of everything, from regional champions obsessed with insects to members of ancient organizations trying to bring about the end of the world.

Bonz might be the most tragic of these unique characters, as proven by his final fate in the series. Bandit Keiths former lackey is one of the few characters sent to the terrifying Shadow Realm after losing a duel against Bakura. Yet, his real tragedy lies in the fact that he was not rescued and will likely never be.

Bonz Was Never Rescued From the Shadow Realm He and His Friends Are Implied to Still Be Trapped Inside

In episode #79 of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime, Yami Bakura can be seen walking around Domino City trying to find duelists to challenge.

For more than two decades, the Yu-Gi-Oh! Anime franchise has given fans a plethora of amazing shows to enjoy. Each entry in the series has distinguished itself by introducing unique characters, mechanics, and stories. While some topics are indeed shared, they often do not prevent the plot of a new show from shining, which has kept the franchise engaging since the beginning.

Yet, there is a trope that has been utilized by almost every anime, one that could be considered the darkest of them all. Excluding Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens, a series made primarily for a new younger audience, all the shows in the franchise have included either a horrific tragedy or a genocide as part of their plots. From Duel Monsters to the most recent Go Rush!!, this trend seems to unify the series.

Millions Have Died in Yu-Gi-Oh! Canon Each Series Has Depicted the Slaughter of Entire Populations

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Throughout Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters, many talented duelists were introduced to audiences. Yet, few of them were as powerful and dedicated as Yugis main rival, Seto Kaiba. Yearning to become the best player in the world, Kaiba spent years acquiring a variety of powerful and unique cards, as well as honing his skills as a Duel Monsters player.

By the end of the series, Kaiba had demonstrated time and time again why he was among the few duelists capable of playing against Yugi himself. His success as a player relied on his high intellect and the outstanding monsters, spells, and traps found in his deck. While Kaiba was often forced to play second fiddle to Yugi, many consider his deck and cards stronger than those of the protagonist.

Blue-Eyes White Dragon First Appearance: Yu-Gi-Oh! Episode 1

Blue-Eyes White Dragon is Kaiba's ace monster, with him owning the only three copies of it in the world.

The Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime series had a plethora of interesting and terrifying villains for the heroes to duel against. From a heartbroken CEO trying to bring his late wife back to life to ancient spirits looking to destroy the world, Yugi and his friends fought valiantly against some of animes most dangerous criminals.

Still, among the many antagonists in the series, one stands out for how violent and horrifying his actions were: Marik Ishtar. The heir of the gravekeeper family is better known for becoming possessed by his dark side during the exciting and sometimes infuriating final duels of the Battle City Tournament. Yet, his actions during the beginning of season 2 prove that his original personality is severely more dangerous than his evil side.

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Cineverse Corporation, an innovative streaming technology and entertainment company, today announced the launch of its Yu-Gi-Oh! free ad-supported streaming television (Fast) channel on LG Channels, LG’s free streaming service.

The Yu-Gi-Oh! Fast channel brings fans all over the world a full catalog of their favorite anime series, including nearly 400 hours of episodes spanning iconic titles like “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters,” “Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens,” and the movie “Yu-Gi-Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions.”

LG Channels is available on LG Smart TVs from 2016 and newer and can be accessed by pressing the dedicated key on the LG Magic Remote or through the home screen.

“We’ve seen extraordinary growth for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Fast channel, and bringing it to LG Smart TVs is another exciting milestone for us,” said Marc Rashba, Executive Vice President of Partnerships at Cineverse.

Several of Yu-Gi-Oh!'s earliest titles, first released on Game Boy in the '90s and early 2000s, are now heading to Nintendo Switch and Steam in a special re-release, 25 years after the initial launch of the trading card game.

Via Bastion, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. has announced that a collection of classic Yu-Gi-Oh! video games are arriving on Nintendo Switch and Steam for the trading card game's 25th anniversary. Officially titled the "Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection," these new games include the franchise's second-ever game Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters (1998/Game Boy), along with Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters II: Dark Duel Stories, Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories and Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Monsters 6 Expert 2 (2001/Game Boy Color). The full list will be announced in the future, but notably, any games that supported local co-op at the time of release will also support online battles. This includes Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 4: Battle of Great Duelist, which was...

The Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series is one of the most beloved franchises, thanks to the entertaining game it created, memorable characters, and the intriguing plot of all its seasons. While the main focus of all shows in the franchise is the card game itself, all seasons had an overarching story that kept viewers invested.

Due to the complex storylines and the understandable focus on the game, some details in the franchise were never given a proper ending or explanation. These unresolved plot lines have become mysteries that Yu-Gi-Oh! fans have wondered about for many decades. This franchise is certainly not lacking in the enigmatic department, from characters miraculously recovering lost items to cards that were never revealed.

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Seto Kaiba might not be the protagonist of the beloved Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters series, but he is still one of the most beloved characters in history. Despite his enormous ego and uncaring attitude, he gained the hearts of fans all around the world thanks to his amazing dueling skills, outstanding intellect, and fierce determination.

Yet not many Seto fans know about one of his most impressive feats, as it was only included in a lesser-known manga. The two-shot series known as Transcend Game, served as a prequel to the Dark Sides of Dimensions movie, the fourth in the franchise, in which Kaiba has a short but epic duel against Sera, one of the movies most important characters. This duel is the perfect example of how spectacular Kaibas character can be.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! is easily one of the...

Even the best and most beloved anime have their ups and downs, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters is no exception. At its core, the series is about high-schooler Yugi Mutous journey to save the world through epic card game battles and help an ancient spirit rediscover his mysterious past. Though these elements are ever-present throughout the series, not all seasons serve them to the fullest.

Most storylines found throughout Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 200+ episodes gradually progress the overarching plot while others take it in very different directions. New challenges and characters appear regularly in sometimes questionable but never dull ways. While all five seasons of Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters have their own unique appeal, strengths, and weaknesses, some deliver more than others.

Season 4 Waking the Dragons

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At some point we'll be able to relive some classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games thanks to Konami's Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection . There's no release date yet, but Konami promises over 10 games will be included when it makes its way to Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam). The latest update has three more confirmed for the collection. The newly-confirmed entries are among the earliest—with all listed years reflecting the original Japanese debut—including: Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters II: Dark Duel Stories Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories They join two titles that were announced previously: Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 4: Battle of Great Duelists and Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters 6: Expert 2 . Those who opt to pick up a physical copy of the collection on Switch will get one of the two Quarter Century Secret Rare Harpie's Feather Duster Tcg cards pictured below. Related: Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!! Anime Enters Its Next Phase with New Key...

More than two decades later, Yu-Gi-Oh! remains an anime classic and a staple of many fans childhoods. First airing back in 2000, Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters would go on to introduce the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, three movies, and several spin-off series into modern culture. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters was so beloved that YouTuber Little Kuriboh created Yu-Gi-Oh! The Abridged Series, the flagship of the pop culture phenomenon in which fans shorten and re-dub anime for parody.

In both the anime and the trading card game, there are three types of cards: Monster, Magic, now known as Spell, and Trap. Thousands of cards have featured in the many incarnations of Yu-Gi-Oh!, but, much like first generation Pokmon, none stand out quite like those from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. Among the countless cards seen in seasons 1-5, a select few outshine the rest.

Kuriboh A Little Furball with Lots of Potential

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The Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise has had a lot of merchandise over the years, with the most famous of these being a series of trading cards. Now, a new collaboration lets fans b-b-b-b-b-build their favorite duelists and monsters from the multimedia property.

Via License Global, as part of the Nanoblock line, these sets recreate characters from the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime franchise and card games in an almost digitized, sprite-like aesthetic. One of many anime brands that have teamed up with the line, Yu-Gi-Oh! is also celebrating a milestone for its trading card game. With each set containing well over 100 pieces, collectors will be able to build a new side to the heart of the cards.

Related Yu-Gi-Oh's Yami Yugi & Dark Magician Girl Headline Crunchyroll's 'Summer of Anime' Week 3

Week 3 of Crunchyroll's Summer of Anime sales extravaganza continues with a new batch of discounted items from Yu-Gi-Oh, Dragon Ball Super and more.

Crunchyroll is helping anime fans cool off from the summer heat with some unbelievable anime deals. Week 3 of Crunchyrolls first annual 'Summer of Anime' sales event includes heavily discounted items from the likes of Yu-Gi-Oh, Dragon Ball Super, Animal Crossing and more.

Per a press release, Crunchyrolls Summer of Anime sales event is chugging along in its third week with huge deals on the biggest anime franchises worldwide. Leading the charge are two adorable "Look Up" anime figures of Yami Yugi and the Dark Magician Girl from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. As the name suggests, this line of anime figures is called "Look Up" due to their unique poses, literally looking up to their owners like a child to a parent. Their tiny, chibi designs make them all the more precious to own.

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The original Yu-Gi-Oh! anime and manga series is still beloved by many, with the characters seen there being just as fondly remembered as the monsters on the cards. One of these was a villainous duelist who's now set to receive a new collectible figure.

Acting as one of Yugi Mutou's fiercest rivals, Seto Kaiba was a vengeful and arrogant duelist in the classic Yu-Gi-Oh!: Duel Monsters anime. Now represented by a cute but cunning figure from Good Smile Company, the dark antagonist is decked out with his Duel Disk and trademark jacket. With the card game related to the franchise now turning 25 years old, there's no better time to d-d-d-d-d-d-d-duel -- relatively speaking.

Related Yu-Gi-Oh!'s Most Invincible Monster Gets Collectors Skateboards in Limited-Edition Release

Yu-Gi-Oh! is set to receive limited-edition skateboards in collaboration with Bear Walker based on some of the franchise's most powerful monsters.

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The popular Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game is receiving limited-edition skateboards in collaboration with Bear Walker based on one of the most powerful monsters in the franchise. The partnership also sees a massive blind box "featuring original artwork, secret rares, and collectible numbered Certificate of Authenticity cards."

Via a press release, Yu-Gi-Oh! licensor Konami announced its collaboration with Bear Walker Industries (Bwi), makers of limited-edition high-end collectible skate decks and accessories. The new Yu-Gi-Oh! skateboards are handcrafted with maple plywood, and notably for fans, are inspired by some of the rarest and most powerful cards, including Exodia. Readers can check out the limited-edition skateboards below, with Bear Walker expected to craft only 500.

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Joey's final duel in Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters was unfair and made Zigfried look better. The plot favored Zigfried to set up his duel against Kaiba. Joey's last duel should have been against Grandpa Solomon, showcasing his growth as a duelist.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters is a series in which many iconic characters were given ample chances to prove themselves as powerful and talented duelists, even Joey Wheeler, who started as a lackluster duelist and grew into one of the best in the world. Throughout the story, Joey demonstrated his unique set of skills through duels that led to his development.

Nonetheless, due to the plot's demand, some duels were not as fair as others. Such is the case of Joeys last duel in the franchise, in which he faced the Kaiba Corp Grand Championship arcs main villain. Their encounter has become infamous not only for how unfair it was but also...

Yugi is a master duelist with iconic cards who can defeat even the most powerful opponents through strategy and teamwork. Yugi's best duels showcase his unparalleled skills and creativity, proving his title as the King of Games in the Yu-Gi-Oh! series. Whether facing ancient beings or former rivals, Yugi's duels highlight his brilliance and determination to secure victory in every match.

Yugi Muto, the protagonist of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime, is known for being one of the best duelists to have ever lived. His incredible dueling skills, analytical mind, and powerful cards helped him defeat some of the toughest opponents in his universe. From the creator of Duel Monsters himself to ancient beings trying to destroy the world, there is no one Yugi is not willing to face in a duel.

Throughout the series, Yugi had several awe-inspiring and tense duels, most beloved by fans worldwide. Nonetheless, not all...

Yugi's iconic deck would struggle in competitive play due to outdated strategies and inconsistent card choices. Ancient Egyptian magic won't help Yugi in real-life duels, as his deck lacks the efficiency needed to compete. Yugi could revamp his deck by focusing on Dark Magician support cards for a more competitive edge in modern gameplay.

Yugi Muto, the protagonist of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime, as well as the world-famous King of Games, is by far one of the best duelists in the franchise. His strategies and determination are legendary, with his most iconic duels still being reminisced about by fans all over the world. His deck was unique and powerful, capable of defeating even the most talented players in his universe.

Yet, when thinking about Yugi’s deck in the real-life card game that was inspired by the series, his strategies, deck building, and choice of cards are far from optimal.

Summoned Skull was a powerhouse in Yu-Gi-Oh! due to its high attack points and low tribute requirement. Despite its strength, Summoned Skull never achieved the same iconic status as Dark Magician in the show. The game evolved, leaving Summoned Skull behind, but he remains a beloved classic in Yu-Gi-Oh! history.

Despite not being among the most famous Yu-Gi-Oh! creatures in Yugi’s deck, Summoned Skull found its place as one of the best monsters in the card game. For many years, this unassuming normal monster (meaning it has no effect), remained one of the most reliable and sought-after cards. It completely eclipsed iconic creatures like the Egyptian God Cards, becoming more prevalent than even Yugi’s signature monster, the Dark Magician.

The card surpassed most others in Yugi’s deck when brought to the real game due to its incredible stats, at 2500 attack points, with only one monster as a sacrifice required for its summon.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx had the difficult task of following up on the immensely popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. This was before Yu-Gi-Oh! was a massive anime franchise with nearly a dozen series and movies. The story of Yugi Muto, Atem and their friends had been finished, and their battle against the forces of evil won, which meant this sequel series had to go in a completely different direction.

The story of Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx follows Jaden Yuki during his time attending Duel Academy, studying with his friends to become the next great duelists. During his time in school, Jaden defeated the Shadow Riders and the Society of Light, became the ultimate evil known as The Supreme King, found love, and struggled against both the darkness within himself and the manifestation of all darkness. Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx...

It isn't odd for anime heroes to lose a fight or two. Normally, they'd wallow in sorrow for a while before training harder than they ever did in their lives just in time for the rematch. This, however, is not the case for these anime heroes. No matter how hard they tried, these anime heroes were doomed to lose in every fight they got into.

This doesn't mean that these heroes were weak or bad at their jobs. On their own, these anime heroes were strong and powerful. If they starred in any other anime, these heroes would easily overcome their enemies and dominate the battlefield. It just so happens that the odds were unfairly stacked against them in their anime of origin.

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When watching dubbed anime, most audiences understandably assume that what the English-speaking actors say are word-for-word translations of the original Japanese scripts and performances. This was true for the most part, but there are some exceptions to the rule. In fact, some anime quotes were made exclusively for the dub.

Localizers reword or rewrite an anime's script and most famous lines more often than most casual viewers realize. This was almost always due to the stark differences between how the Japanese and English languages work, or because the original Japanese line's cultural context and references would be lost on international viewers.

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Ghost Stories' dub didn't just rewrite the original Japanese script; it spoofed it beyond recognition. Momoko Koigakubo perfectly embodied this shift. If she was originally a caring upperclassman,...

Yu-Gi-Oh! has inspired many other anime and games due to its major success since its beginning in 1996. Many series followed up on Yu-Gi-Oh!'s powerful themes of friendship and loyalty wrapped in an exciting game with its own complex rules. Other anime like Beyblade, Pokémon, and Bakugan also have strong ties to their respective games or trading card elements.

Fans currently enjoying Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!! should check out some of the best anime like Yu-Gi-Oh! The famous franchise began in 1996 with Kazuki Takahashi’s groundbreaking manga, which led to the first series of the anime and the lastingly popular trading card game. Such a major hit not only spawned sequels, but inspired many more anime.

There are currently eleven Yu-Gi-Oh! anime, the most iconic being the original 2000 Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. Its exploration of the game and its supernatural elements give the show its strength; the powerful themes of friendship, loyalty,...

It goes without saying that most anime villains are fated to lose. They embody the kinds of evils that the anime's heroes and viewers should oppose, and their respective worlds would be better off with them vanquished. That being said, some anime villains only really fell because their rival heroes had a uniquely unfair advantage on their side.

Thanks to some questionable power-ups or contrived scenarios, these villains lost even when they could've plausibly won. They would've done much better or even won if they were fortunate enough to be another story's antagonist. That's not to say that another group of heroes couldn't best them, but they'd stand a better chance of winning elsewhere.

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Seto Kaiba (Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters)

Although he outgrew his petty evils to mature into Yami Yugi's worthy rival, Seto Kaiba was still Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters' most iconic starting villain.

Tamashii Nations is now accepting preorders for an epic collectible figurine of Seto Kaiba's signature monster from Yu-Gi-Oh!.

Retailing for $140 and available on Sideshow, the Blue-Eyes White Dragon figure stands just short of nine inches tall and features multiple points of articulation. The item also comes with "Burst Stream of Destruction" Effect parts, meaning purchasers can recreate the artwork from the cards or their favorite moments from the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime. The Blue-Eyes White Dragon collectible is expected to start shipping in February 2024.

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Tamashii Nations' new figurine isn't the only recent product that celebrates the late Kazuki Takahashi's work by specifically spotlighting the franchise's monsters. For example, Animate released a special apparel collection earlier this year that includes a variety of T-shirts, stadium jackets and hoodies. The designs on the clothing are inspired by the Blue-Eyes White...

The hit anime, Yu-Gi-Oh!, is finally coming to streaming. Fans will be able to watch every episode of the original series on Rewarded.tv, a free streaming service associated with Replay. The company is focused on Web3 applications, which is a decentralized perspective of the internet involving more access for users and which is built on blockchain technology.

The news was shared on Deadline, revealing that all five seasons of the show will be available to stream on Rewarded.tv. The show's availability is made possible through a deal with Konami Cross Media NY. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters began airing in 2000, based on a manga series of the same name that was serialized from 1996 to 2004. The show spanned five seasons, containing 224 total episodes.

Yu-Gi-Oh! is Now Streaming on Rewarded.tv

Yu-Gi-Oh! exploded in popularity with the release of its original anime series. Part of its success comes from its ability to effectively be a cross-media franchise.

The best kinds of anime are those that make fans wish they'd have an infinite number of episodes. Some anime become so popular and successful that they make this wish come true, only for fans to realize that too much of a good thing can be bad. Although these anime aren't terrible, they still outlived their welcome.

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The longer these otherwise decent or even great anime dragged on, the more aimless their stories got. Even the most dedicated fans began to grow weary of the repeating character beats and story formula. It may be better for these anime to either take a break, or to end before they lose what little luster they have left.

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In the early 2000s, Bleach was one of the core pillars of the so-called Shonen Jump Big Three. Ichigo Kurosaki's time as a Substitute Shinigami introduced many viewers to anime,...

Fans of anime and manga know that it's extremely common for manga series to be adapted into anime, more so than original stories being created as anime directly. However, while some adaptations are fantastically faithful to the manga, such as Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, others... aren't. There are many reasons why this might be the case; in some situations, it's because the manga isn't finished being written yet, and the anime ran out of material to adapt. In others, it was never meant to be the exact same, but rather more "inspired" by the manga. In a few cases, it even happens because fans were unhappy with the manga, and the anime was written with those complaints in mind.

Because it's difficult to compare how different things are, these entries aren't ranked in any particular way. This list is primarily focused on how and why the anime diverged from the manga,...

The voice star behind some of Pokémon’s best-loved characters has retired from the anime.

James Carter Cathcart has provided multiple voices for the anime since 1998. These include Professor Oak and his grandson Gary and, since 2006, he has also voiced Team Rocket members James and Meowth.

It was reported in January that Cathcart had advanced cancer, which started in his tongue and had spread to his neck. The news was announced by his wife Martha via the website CaringBridge.

In a new post shared on 17 April, Martha, who previously said the cancer was treatable, revealed that the voice actor’s tumour “didn’t respond to the induction chemotherapy”.

Cathcart, 69, will now undertake a more aggressive form of chemo, which will begin in May.

While sharing the update Martha added: “In other news, Jimmy has decided to retire from script adapting and voice dubbing for Pokémon USA, effective at the conclusion...

FilmRise, the New York-based film and television studio and streaming network, has acquired the North American rights to a large swath of Japanese anime titles, headlined by more than episodes of the “Yu- Gi-Oh!” franchise.

The deal with Konami Cross Media NY, part of Japan’s Konami Group, grants AVOD streaming rights for the FilmRise Streaming Network, including apps and free ad-supported TV (Fast) channels.

The Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise is based on the manga series that inspired a trading card game played with monsters, spells, and traps, several video games, and a television series.

“This iconic Japanese property will be featured alongside other beloved anime content, on our FilmRise Anime channel a growing new destination for North American anime fans,” said Max Einhorn, FilmRise’s SVP of acquisitions and co-production.

The video streaming package includes 808 episodes of the “Yu-Gi-Oh!” TV series in English, and 541 dubbed in Spanish. It includes “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters...

Before the Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime that led to the popular franchise, Toei Animation had already made a Yu-Gi-Oh! anime. Based on the early chapters of the original Yu-Gi-Oh! manga, this 1998 series lasted 27 episodes, and has since been named Yu-Gi-Oh! Season 0 by fans.

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Unlike the later chapters of the manga and the second anime, Yu-Gi-Oh! Season 0 does not focus on the card game. Instead, the show focuses on various games. Since this early series is not as well known as its sequels and is different from the rest of the franchise, there are plenty of hidden aspects that fans may have missed.

July has been a nice experience so far for anyone with a streaming service subscription. Nearly every platform has offered exceptional new content to watch, and as usual, Netflix leads the pack with some of the best new movies and shows available.

Subscribers have already been treated to the underrated epic Cloud Atlas, Adam Sandler’s often forgotten I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry and emotional boxing tale Million Dollar Baby, among many, many others. And now, today brings even more new stuff to add to your binge list.

First up, Jason Mantzoukas and Tony Revolori star in the 2018 comedy The Long Dumb Road, and the title alone pretty much covers what this road trip flick is about. Critics praised the duo’s chemistry when the film released, and it currently sits at a fairly decent 74% on Rotten Tomatoes. So, if you’re in the mood for a humorous...