The official Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG rulebook is currently at Version 10
This is the official rulebook distributed by KONAMI. For the most recent rulings (post-2020), check the official Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG database or Rulebook Version 12+ (current year). yugioh rulebook 20 pdf new
Link Monsters have no Defense stat (DEF). Therefore, they cannot be changed to Defense Position by any card effect. They are always in Attack Position. They also cannot be flipped face-down. The official Yu-Gi-Oh
For over two decades, the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game (TCG) has been a battleground of strategy, timing, and intricate mechanics. Whether you are a fresh Duelist drawing your first hand or a seasoned veteran returning from the era of Synchro Summoning, one document remains the cornerstone of fair play: TCG database or Rulebook Version 12+ (current year)
A new alternative format has been introduced that uses a point-based system instead of a traditional ban list, allowing previously "Forbidden" cards to be played at a cost. Summary of Core Requirements Requirement Main Deck 40 to 60 cards Extra Deck Up to 15 cards Side Deck Up to 15 cards Card Limit Max 3 copies per card across all decks