The original Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series debuts in Japan, introducing audiences to the card game and its characters.
The Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime series, which expanded the popularity of the franchise worldwide, premieres in Japan.
The theatrical release of Yu-Gi-Oh!: Bonds Beyond Time in Japan, featuring characters from different Yu-Gi-Oh! series uniting in an original story.
The release of Yu-Gi-Oh!: Bonds Beyond Time on DVD and Blu-ray, making the film accessible to a wider audience.