Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Events - Start here
World Championship Qualifiers (WCQ)
Casual (non-competitive) event support and prizing
Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Events - Start Here
From small tournaments in your local store to massive International Events where the top Duelists from around the world play for big prizes - we are sure we have the right Event for you!
Want to know more and find your next chance to prove yourself as a Duelist? Head to our official website and to our socials, like Facebook, X, or Instagram!
Details for each Event including date, venue and how to participate can be found by clicking on the Event’s name under the “Events” section of our official website. Still got questions? Feel free to contact us!
I can't find any Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game Events for my country on the Yu-Gi-Oh! website. Why is this?
If your country is listed on our site but you can't find any Events then it means that we haven’t announced any Event yet - so be sure to keep checking back for more updates, as these things can change quickly! If your country is not listed on our site, then it means that currently, we do not have a Distributor for that area.
Unfortunately, this also means that we cannot support events in your country. If that’s your case, we’d like to encourage you to remain active in the Yu-Gi-Oh! world, both online and in-person: this would be the best way to signal that the Community is active and cheering for Organised Play.
Can I film at your National/International Events?
You may only film in the venue if you’re a KONAMI Partner, or if you’re filming in the dedicated Influencer Area. If you are part of a News Outlet and require a Press Badge, you can contact us in advance, so we can look into your situation.
Competitive Events Support
There are many types of Competitive Events you can take part in to prove yourself as a Duelist, On a local level, you can find OTS Championships and Regional or National/State Qualifiers, both of which may earn you an invite to the World Championship Qualifiers! Ready to go international? Take a look at our Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series and, of course, the World Championship Qualifiers, if you earn an invite! Want to know more? Check out our official website!
World Championship Qualifiers (WCQ): European or Oceanian Championship.
World Championship Qualifiers (WCQ) are invite-only Events that determine which Duelists will get to participate in the next World Championship!
How do I know if I’ve been invited to the WCQ Championship? Is there a list of invited players?
Yes, there is! Head to the Yu-Gi-Oh! Official website then click on the Events section, then again on the specific Event you want to check - you’ll find a list of all invited players. Checking online is the only way to know for sure if you were invited, as we don’t send this information to individual players.
I am invited to the WCQ: European or Oceanian Championship, but I can’t see my name on the list. Sometimes your name won't appear on the invited players' list right away. This is because we need to receive information from the Organiser of the Event that you earned your invitation at, and process the file before updating the list. So, if your name isn’t on the list and you think it should be, the first thing you can do is to confirm with your Organiser whether they have sent the relevant information to us at KONAMI. If it’s been a few days since your Organiser has sent us what we need and you still can’t see your name on the list, please, make sure to contact us, including your CARD GAME ID, your name and the name of the Event you think you qualified at.
Do I need to show any certificate or letter to enter the WCQ: European or Oceanian Championship venue? What kind of proof of qualification do you need?
Nope, you won’t be required to present any kind of certificate, but you will be required to show us a photo ID as your name and information will be added to the Invite List, and that is proof that you qualified.
I have an invite for the WCQ: European or Oceanian Championship. Do I need anything else to enter? Do I need a Ticket?
Yes, being on the Invite List does not automatically award you entry to the Event - you also need to have a valid entry Ticket! Tickets are generally claimed online, so we suggest you check the official page for the Event you want to attend for all details on how to claim a Ticket. Keep in mind that there is no Neuron App notification or any other tailored notification when Tickets become available, so make sure to check the Event’s page and our social platforms to make sure you don’t miss the chance to claim a Ticket before they sell out!
I don’t have a Ticket, but I am on the list of invited players and/or I’ve already booked flights/accommodation. Can I still participate in the WCQ: European or Oceanian Championship?
Unfortunately, you can’t. This Event has a limited capacity and only Duelists with a valid entry Ticket will be able to participate in it.
Will there be more Tickets available at any point? Is there any way for me to receive a Ticket as an exception?
Unfortunately, we cannot give Tickets in any way outside the designated channels. Once the Tickets sell out, we generally do not allocate any additional seats or create “reserve” lists for this type of Event. However, we suggest you keep an eye out on our official platforms - should anything change regarding Ticket availability, we’ll make sure to post it there!
I cannot make it to the venue on Friday, can I still take part in the Event?
Sure! You're not required to be present on Friday. The tournament only starts on Saturday, with Friday being a Public Event day. Duelists are still required to submit their Event Deck List in time, but you do not need to be physically in the Tournament venue for this. That said, if you have trouble submitting your Deck for any reason, or the event is not showing up on your NEURON App, we highly recommend attending the Friday as well and approaching the Main Stage to discuss your problem and hopefully find a solution before the Main Event starts on Saturday!
Can KONAMI help me get a visa, if I’ve been invited to the WCQ: European or Oceanian Championship?
KONAMI can only provide you with a reference letter to confirm you have an invite, if you do have one. We cannot help with any other eventual requirements or documentation, so we suggest you get in touch with your local visa office for any further information or help you may need.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series
Take part in major international tournaments and meet Duelists from all over the world in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS)!
Do I need an invitation to participate in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series?
You do not need an invitation to participate. This Event is open to all Duelists who have registered for the Event. Make sure to check out the Event’s page for more information on eventual requirements, entry or registration procedures!
How does registration work? Do I need to pay to register?
All details on how to register and participate can be found on our official website, under the section pertaining to each specific Event. Generally, though, registration for YCS Events is exclusively done online, through the NEURON App. If you don’t have the NEURON support app on your smart device, make sure you download it and connect it with your KCGN ID before registering to participate in this event. Registration requires a player’s KCGN ID as displayed within their NEURON app. This is especially important as Deck List registration will also be handled through NEURON.
If I wasn’t able to register online, can I still attend or spectate a YCS Event?
Unfortunately, this is not possible. Space at each Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Event is limited. If you were not able to register online for the event, please do not purchase travel and hotel accommodations with the intent of participating in Public Events or to spectate. There is no guarantee space will become available once online registration sells out.
I cannot make it to the venue on Friday, can I still take part in the Event?
Sure! You're not required to be present on the Friday of the event to attend. The tournament only starts on Saturday. Duelists are still required to submit their Event Deck List in time, but you do not need to be physically in the Tournament venue for this.
Casual (non-competitive) Events Support and prizing
These Events are the perfect opportunity to have fun and meet friends who share the same passion for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Universe! Local OTS Events, Release Events and Core Booster Premiere! Events - on top of many additional formats hosted locally by Official Tournament Stores… we have the right Event for every Duelist! Want to know more? We suggest you check out our Events section on the official Yu-Gi-Oh! Website to find the right event for you!
I would like to report an OTS behaviour.
Feel free to contact us, making sure to include any relevant information - we’ll see what we can do for your specific situation.
The prize I received is damaged.
Oh no, we’re sorry to hear that! Feel free to contact us, making sure to include any relevant pictures and information - we’ll see what we can do for your specific situation.
I didn’t receive a prize for the invite I participated in.
If it was a Local OTS Event, please, make sure to get in touch with the Store that hosted it, as a first step to investigate the issue. If it was a Regional, National or International Event, please contact us, making sure to include any relevant information.
Cheating and Suspensions
I think someone was cheating at a Yu-Gi-Oh! Event. What should I do?
Feel free to contact us. To investigate cheating reports we do need a starting point, preferably a video. Even better if you include any other relevant detail, such as Event and location, date, or anything else that may help us look into the matter. Needless to say, we take cheating reports very seriously: we want all of our Events to be fun, fair, and an example of good sportsmanship.
How can I check my suspension status?
You can contact us, make sure to include your CARD GAME ID and Name. It’s worth noting that you will not be automatically reinstated at the end of your suspension period, and until you receive confirmation that you have been reinstated, you may not attend Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Events.
How do I know if a certain player has been or is suspended?
To protect everyone’s privacy and security, we only share this type of information with the affected person.