Yu-Gi-Oh!

Yu-Gi-Oh! (1998)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Action, Anime, Fantasy

A young boy named Yugi Moto solves an Ancient Egyptian Puzzle and brings forth a dark and powerful alter ego. Whenever he and his friends are threatened by evil, this alter ego breaks out of the confines of the Millenium Puzzle and challenges wrongdoers to the Shadow Games: Life or Death situations that test the true nature of human beings. Those that lose or cheat suffer serious penalties that result in losing their sanity or even their lives. Along with his friends Joey, Tristan, Téa and Miho; Yugi and his dark counterpart faces off against foes such as Seto Kaiba: The ruthless champion of the duel monsters card game; and Ryo Bakura, who possesses the Millenium Ring containing a spirit more brutal than Yami Yugi. Will Yugi and his friends succeed or will they lose their souls?

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 18:00 (30 min)

Last Episode

Friendship - From Legend to Myth
Season 1Episode 2730 min

Friendship - From Legend to Myth

Even when seemingly defeated, Zorc rises again and threatens to overwhelm the gang. It is up to Bakura to defeat his evil counterpart.
Oct 10, 1998

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E27Friendship - From Legend to MythOct 10, 1998
S01E26Rival Clash - The Greatest CrisisOct 3, 1998
S01E25A New Development - The Handsome Boy Who AttacksSep 26, 1998
S01E24Now! The Time of Decision - The Miracle FriendshipSep 19, 1998
S01E23The Capmon King! The Showdown for the Top!!Sep 5, 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Yu-Gi-Oh! premiere?

Yu-Gi-Oh! premiered on April 4, 1998.

Who is the main character of Yu-Gi-Oh!?

The main character of Yu-Gi-Oh! is Yugi Mutou.

What is the premise of Yu-Gi-Oh!?

Yu-Gi-Oh! follows the story of Yugi Mutou, a young boy who becomes the host of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh's spirit, leading him into a world of card games and adventure.

What is the name of Yugi's signature card?

Yugi's signature card is called "Dark Magician."

Who is Yugi's best friend in the series?

Yugi's best friend in the series is Joey Wheeler.

What is the name of the mysterious pharaoh spirit that resides within Yugi?

The name of the mysterious pharaoh spirit that resides within Yugi is Atem.

What is the name of the Millennium Puzzle, which holds the pharaoh's spirit?

The name of the Millennium Puzzle is the "Millennium Puzzle" itself.

What is the name of the antagonist group in Yu-Gi-Oh!?

The antagonistic group in Yu-Gi-Oh! is called the "Rare Hunters."

Who is the leader of the Rare Hunters?

The leader of the Rare Hunters is Marik Ishtar.

What is the name of the legendary Egyptian God Card that plays a significant role in the series?

The name of the legendary Egyptian God Card is "Slifer the Sky Dragon."

Who is the creator of the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game?

The creator of the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game is Kazuki Takahashi.

What is the name of the tournament that takes place in the series?

The name of the tournament that takes place in the series is the "Duelist Kingdom" tournament.

Who is the primary rival of Yugi in the series?

The primary rival of Yugi in the series is Seto Kaiba.

What is the name of the virtual reality game in Yu-Gi-Oh!?

The virtual reality game in Yu-Gi-Oh! is called "Duel Monsters."

What is the name of the ancient Egyptian Shadow Game played in the series?

The ancient Egyptian Shadow Game played in the series is called "Duel Monsters."

What is the name of the mysterious Egyptian artifact that grants special abilities to its wielder?

The name of the mysterious Egyptian artifact that grants special abilities to its wielder is the "Millennium Eye."

Cast

Toshiyuki Morikawa

Toshiyuki Morikawa

voices Katsuya Jounouchi
Ryotaro Okiayu

Ryotaro Okiayu

voices Hiroto Honda
Megumi Ogata

Megumi Ogata

voices Yuugi Mutou, Yami Yuugi
Hikaru Midorikawa

Hikaru Midorikawa

voices Seto Kaiba
Yumi Kakazu

Yumi Kakazu

voices Anzu Mazaki
Yukana

Yukana

voices Miho Nosaka
Kashiwakura Tsutomu

Kashiwakura Tsutomu

voices Ryou Bakura
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Characters

Katsuya Jounouchi

Katsuya Jounouchi

voiced by Toshiyuki Morikawa
Hiroto Honda

Hiroto Honda

voiced by Ryotaro Okiayu
Yuugi Mutou

Yuugi Mutou

voiced by Megumi Ogata
Yami Yuugi

Yami Yuugi

voiced by Megumi Ogata
Seto Kaiba

Seto Kaiba

voiced by Hikaru Midorikawa
Anzu Mazaki

Anzu Mazaki

voiced by Yumi Kakazu
Miho Nosaka

Miho Nosaka

voiced by Yukana
Ryou Bakura

Ryou Bakura

voiced by Kashiwakura Tsutomu
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Also known as

  • Yu-Gi-Oh Season 0
  • Yugi-Oh
  • Yu-Gi-Oh! Serie Zero
  • Yu-Gi-Oh! First Series
  • King of Games
  • Γιου-Γκι-Ο (Greece)
  • 遊☆戯☆王 (Japan)
  • Ю-Ґі-О (Ukraine)

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