Best Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks

There are thousands of deck-building options in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel and dominating in the higher ranks or the competitive scene is as hard as it sounds. To make things easier for you, we’ve compiled this list of the best Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks.

Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel grants players a ton of freedom while building their decks which naturally keeps the meta fresh. However, at the same time, the abundance of options makes it difficult for newbies to understand the game and even veterans struggle to keep up with the ever-evolving trends.

Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel doesn’t punish you for experimenting with your cards and making unique decks. Having said that, the card game is as competitive as it gets and only a handful of decks can help you reach the top.

On that note, here’s a list of the best Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks.

• Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel best meta decks ranked
  • 5. Adamancipator
  • 4. Runick
  • 3. Zodiac Tri-Brigade
  • 2. Sky Strikers
  • 1. Branded Despia
• Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks tier list

Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel best meta decks ranked

5. Adamancipator

Adamancipator is one of those rare Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks that have remained relevant for years. It revolves around the Adamancipator Researcher, Adamancipator Seeker, and Adamancipator Analyzer.

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You can use Rock Monsters to summon Adamancipators and the Block Dragon card provides additional defense. Overall, getting good results from the Adamancipator decks is guaranteed once you learn how all the cards work.

4. Runick

Runick is currently dominating the Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta, thanks to cards like Runick Flashing Fare, Runick Tip, Runick Freezing Curses, and Runick Fountain.

To be successful with the Runick deck, focus on preserving the Runick Fountain as it enables the remaining Quick-Play cards. The Runick Fusions should provide you with defensive advantages and if you’re able to interrupt your opponents on time, they’ll have a hard time beating you.

3. Zodiac Tri-Brigade

The Zodiac Tri-Brigade was once the most powerful Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta deck, and even today, it is one of the top choices. The two archetypes of this deck work like a charm and you can bring out the ferocious Link Monsters quite comfortably.

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Zodiac cards have always been powerful in Yu-Gi-Oh and for veterans, it is a delight that they’re equally useful in Master Duel.

Tri-Brigade Nervall, Tri-Brigade Fraktall, Tri-Brigade Kerass, and Tri-Brigade Kitt are some of the Monsters that are commonly used in Zodiac Tri-Brigade. If you’re able to learn quick Link Summoning, this deck will definitely pay you back with the most dominating wins in your Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel career.

Do note that Lyrilusc Tri Brigade is another version of the Zodiac Tri-Brigade deck that is more accessible and used more commonly. However, to witness the true potential of these cards, the Zodiac Tri-Brigade is a must.

2. Sky Striker

Sky Striker is another brilliant Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel deck that requires you to be quick with Link Summoning. With access to cards like Sky Striker Ace- Kagiri and Accesscode Talker, you can be a nightmare for any opponent.

Luckily, the Singular Strike Overflow pack that contains Sky Striker cards is not too rare. Unlike other decks in this list, you can assemble this deck without emptying your pockets.

The lack of dependence on Monsters in Sky Striker is another unique attribute that often helps in surprising the challengers.

1. Branded Despia

As you reach higher ranks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel, you’ll most likely come across a Branded Despia as it’s the most overpowered meta deck in the game. With cards like Aluber the Jester of Despia and Fallen of Albaz, it is no surprise that this deck easily wins most battles.

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Branded and Despia cards are fairly expensive as you can only pull for them through the initial Selection Packs. Thereafter, you’ll have to craft the remaining cards which is tedious but worth the effort.

Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta decks tier list

While the list above reveals the most powerful meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh, here’s a tier list that assigns a tier to every deck available. The ones placed in the S tier are the strongest while the decks in the D tier are the weakest.

Tier	Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel meta deck
S	Adamancipator, Branded Despia, Dragon Link, Floowandereeze, Kairyu Shin, Lyrilusc Tri Brigade, Sky Strikers, Swordsoul, Runick
A	Eldlich, Invoked Shaddoll, Lunar Access, Lyrilusc, Numeron Phantom Knights. Prank Kids. Tri Brigade. Twin, Zombie World Eldlich
B	Ancient Gear, Branded Thunder Dragon, Dinosaurs
C	Salamangreat, Traptrix, Yang Zing
D	Blackwings

Well, this was everything to know about the best meta decks in Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Building rogue decks is also an option but it is wise to first understand the game’s mechanics deeply.

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