The original Yu-Gi-Oh! manga, which inspired the Duel Monsters anime, began serialization in Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in Japan.
The Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters anime first aired on TV Tokyo in Japan, introducing the animated adaptation of the popular card game series.
The English dub of Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters began airing in the United States, greatly increasing its popularity internationally.
Konami officially launched the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game in North America and other regions, growing the franchise worldwide.
Season 1 was one of my favorite anime binges in a long time. Such a fun mix of thoughtfulness (movement through time), silliness, and cool scenes (The Ruins of The King's Tomb). I can't wait to watch season 2. I know it's airing as I write this, but I like taking in entire seasons at once if I can manage it.