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Metacritic 80

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links

Konami Digital Entertainment|2017RPGStrategyCard

LumiScore

40/ 100
CAUTION
30 min/day recommended

Growth

37/100

Growth Value

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$50/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should set clear spending limits and discuss the potential for overspending on in-game purchases. Monitor your child's online interactions and discuss healthy competitive behavior. Encourage breaks and balanced screen time to prevent addictive patterns.

Top Skills Developed

Strategic Thinking5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Critical Thinking3/5
Memory & Attention3/5
Creativity3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
56
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
20
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
15
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)37/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
2/3
Ethnic diversity
2/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.Passes the test

Mai and other female duelists interact in the game about dueling strategies and card choices, which are not male-focused topics.

Parent Pro-Tip

Engage with your child by asking about their deck strategies and favorite cards. Discuss the decision-making process behind their moves to foster critical thinking. Celebrate their creative deck designs and strategic victories.

What your child develops

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links helps children develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills through deck building and tactical gameplay. It also encourages critical thinking as players analyze opponents' moves and adapt their strategies. The game provides opportunities for creative expression in designing unique decks.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $0–$50/moPlaytime: ~2hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"!