The April 2025 update for Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has brought a significant expansion to the game, introducing five new packs, including an exciting Selection Pack and four Secret Packs. The highlight of this update is the “Onslaught of Emperors” Selection Pack, which debuts the new Primite archetype and enhances support for several existing themes.
In addition to the new Selection Pack, the update includes four Secret Packs tailored for popular archetypes such as Shark, Centur-ion, and Mementotlan. These Secret Packs have proven to be a crucial resource for players looking to develop diverse decks, as they focus on one to three specific archetypes, allowing for a more targeted approach when building decks.
Konami frequently updates these packs to include new cards, making it easier for players to refresh their older strategies. Released on Thursday, the “Onslaught of Emperors” pack introduces not only new archetypes but also powerful individual cards well-suited for established decks.
For instance, the new pack features the “Necroquip Princess,” which enhances the Fiendsmith archetype. This Selection Pack will be accessible in the in-game shop for two months, set to rotate out on June 4.
The Secret Packs released alongside the new Selection Pack include “Overlay of Obsidian Armor,” focusing on Shark and Armored Xyz strategies, and “True Awakening of the Oathbound Knights,” which supports the Centur-ion and Adamancipator decks. Furthermore, “Agathokakologically Whispered Fates” showcases the Vaalmonica and Majespecter archetypes, while “Forgotten Underworld” centers on Mementotlan and Thunder Dragon themes.
Players can also acquire one free pack from each Secret Pack while they are available. Recent months have seen substantial shifts in the competitive meta of Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, influenced by the addition of powerful new cards.
According to a March infographic, the emergence of archetypes like “Mulcharmy” and “Fiendsmith” has led to their prominence in gameplay. Changes in the game’s banlist, which removed cards such as “Beatrice, Lady of the Eternal” and “Pot of Prosperity,” have further reshaped the competitive landscape.
With these new packs, accessing popular decks will be more attainable for players.