Original 2001 Yu-Gi-Oh! Structure Decks Set to Return as New Special Edition Duel Sets
Konami has officially announced the release of new special edition duel sets that meticulously recreate the three original structure decks for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Official Card Game.
The “Yu-Gi-Oh! ORIGINAL ARTWORK DUEL SET” series perfectly captures the classic aesthetic of the late nineties by painstakingly restoring the original card layouts.
This exciting physical release aims to deliver a massive wave of nostalgia to dedicated duelists and long-time collectors alike.
Each specially marked package will include a fully playable fifty-five-card deck comprised entirely of uniquely printed “CLASSIC-STYLE” cards.
These retro prints faithfully restore the classic text formatting, elemental attributes, and border designs seen during the initial launch era of the trading card game.
Players will quickly recognize highly requested retro reprints within these pre-constructed decks, including iconic monsters like the Dark Magician Girl, Jinzo, and Gaia The Fierce Knight.
In addition to the standard deck, each package also includes two incredibly rare “MANGA-STYLE” bonus cards featuring the signature ace monsters of the respective duelists.
These premium additions showcase the original manga artwork designs in both a striking monochrome version and a vibrant full-color variant.
To completely finalize the retro experience, organizers have packed the boxes with a variety of specialized tabletop gaming accessories.
Fans will receive character-themed card protector sleeves, a specialized die, and a sturdy buildable deck case to safely store their retro cards.
Every box also includes a uniquely crafted duelist coin and a classic paper duel field playmat to ensure players are ready for immediate tabletop action.
Let’s take a closer look at the full line-up of retro-inspired duel sets!
- “Yu-Gi-Oh! ORIGINAL ARTWORK DUEL SET -Yugi Edition-“
- Price: 4,950 yen (approx. $33 USD / £26 GBP)
This set focuses on the King of Games himself, featuring the legendary spellcaster “Dark Magician” as the special manga-style bonus cards.
- “Yu-Gi-Oh! ORIGINAL ARTWORK DUEL SET -Jonouchi Edition-“
- Price: 4,950 yen (approx. $33 USD / £26 GBP)
This fiery variant represents the passionate duelist Joey Wheeler, highlighting his ferocious “Red-Eyes Black Dragon” in the manga-style format.
- “Yu-Gi-Oh! ORIGINAL ARTWORK DUEL SET -Kaiba Edition-“
- Price: 4,950 yen (approx. $33 USD / £26 GBP)
This sleek package channels the ruthless champion Seto Kaiba, prominently showcasing his devastatingly powerful “Blue-Eyes White Dragon” as the bonus inclusions.
Fans looking to get their hands on the new duel sets can place their pre-orders starting from 11:00 AM (JST) on May 19, 2026.
Pre-orders are being exclusively processed through the official Konami Style online store and authorized retailers across Japan.
The online pre-order window will remain open until 11:59 PM (JST) on June 8, 2026.
Shipments for these nostalgic deck packages are currently scheduled to begin rolling out to buyers at the end of October 2026.
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