Yu-Gi-Oh!

API

Free REST API for Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG card data and metadata

Overview

The Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG API provides comprehensive data on Trading Card Game cards, including attributes, stats, effects, archetypes, sets, and prices. Key endpoints include /api/v7/cardinfo.php (detailed card info), /api/v7/archetypes.php (archetype lists), /api/v7/sets.php (card set details), and /api/v7/prices.php (card price data). Responses are JSON-formatted and support filtering via parameters like name, type, attribute, or set code. Ideal use cases: building fan sites, deck-building tools, Yu-Gi-Oh! themed apps, or integrating TCG data into games. It offers up-to-date information on thousands of cards from the Yu-Gi-Oh! universe.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://db.ygoprodeck.com/api-guide/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
No API Key Required
Comprehensive Card Data
Filterable Endpoints
Regularly Updated Metadata

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG API free to use?

Yes, the API is completely free for both non-commercial and commercial use, though users should review the terms of service for any restrictions.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, most endpoints do not require an API key—you can start making requests immediately with standard HTTP calls.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, which is widely supported and easy to parse in most programming languages.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Games & Comics

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate (no auth needed)
⊕ Extensive coverage of cards and sets
⊕ Free for commercial/non-commercial use
⊕ Well-documented API guide
⊕ Supports multiple filter parameters

Cons

⊖ Rate limits apply to prevent abuse
⊖ No official service level agreement (SLA)
⊖ Dependent on YGOProDeck's maintenance schedule
⊖ Limited advanced analytics features