Recent reviews by Brukz

In the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel, time is but a mere concept—especially when you're sitting through an opponent's combo that's longer than a Lord of the Rings movie marathon. Yes, dear reader, welcome to the era where summoning a single monster requires a flowchart, a PhD in quantum mechanics, and the patience of a saint.

First things first, let's talk about the complexity. Back in the day, summoning Dark Magician was as simple as saying its name out loud and maybe throwing down a dramatic pose. Fast forward to today, and we have more card types than the average person has friends. Syncro, XYZ, Pendulum, Link, and who knows what else—I'm half expecting them to introduce a 3D Hologram card type that literally leaps out of the screen to do your taxes.

Now, onto the gameplay—oh, the gameplay. If you're the kind that enjoys watching paint dry, grass grow, or ice melt, then boy, do I have the game for you! Watching an opponent meticulously execute their five-minute, multi-phase, ultra-combo can be a transcendent experience, teaching you the virtues of patience, mindfulness, and occasionally, how to suppress a scream of frustration.

But let's not forget the curious absence of a tutorial bot mode. Want to learn a new deck or combo? Too bad! You're tossed into the shark-infested waters of standard play, where if you dare take a moment too long to read your card's effects, your opponent will vanish faster than your hopes and dreams at a casino.

Ah, but fear not, for all is not lost. Amidst the convoluted combos and the dizzying array of card types, the old classics remain—like beacons of hope. Yes, summoning Blue-Eyes White Dragon or the Dark Magician feels like seeing an old friend at a high school reunion, one that hasn't changed a bit amidst the chaos of modern life.

In conclusion, Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel is a game of high highs, low lows, and turns longer than a family gathering.