My Thoughts on Handtraps in Modern Yu-Gi-Oh!

Описание: Handtraps are one of the most argued-about parts of modern Yu-Gi-Oh! Some players think they’re toxic, others think they’re the only reason the game is still playable.

In this video, I break down where I stand on handtraps in 2025 Yu-Gi-Oh: why they exist, what they actually do for game balance, and how they shape archetype design and powercreep. I’ll also talk about the “future of interaction” — what Konami could do next, what I don’t want them to do, and what would make handtraps feel healthier without turning the game into a prison of decision.

If you’ve ever asked “are handtraps ruining Yu-Gi-Oh?” or “why do we need so many of these cards now?”, this is the full argument.

If you enjoyed the breakdown, drop a like, subscribe, and tell me: what’s your favorite handtrap — and which one do you think should’ve never been printed?

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - INTRO
00:14 - A BRIEF HISTORY
02:45 - THE PURPOSE OF HANDTRAPS
06:08 - POWERCREEP
07:16 - GENERIC DESIGN
08:50 - INFORMING THE META & CONCLUDING THOUGHTS

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