Central America WCQ Mexico City, Mexico 2026 – Main Event Information
Central America World Championship Qualifier (CAWCQ) Event and Registration Information
Central America World Qualifying Points (CAWQP) Event and Registration Information
Central America Genesys Championship (CAGC) Event and Registration Information
Central America Dragon Duel Championship (CADDC) Event and Registration Information
Yu-Gi-Oh! NEURON (NEURON) is required for onsite check-in at both the CAWCQ and the Genesys Championship, as well as for Deck List submission for the Genesys Championship.
If you have not already installed NEURON, please make sure you have linked your CARD GAME ID to your KONAMI ID so NEURON will display the correct CARD GAME ID.
Step by step guides on linking your CARD GAME ID to your KONAMI ID can be found on our website – Yu-Gi-Oh! NEURON – Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME
There are other NEURON guides on the site, including one on how to update the CARD GAME ID that is linked to your KONAMI ID if you had previously downloaded NEURON and the incorrect CARD GAME ID is displayed in NEURON.
The NEURON app is available for download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store, see the Yu-Gi-Oh! NEURON website for download links.
https://www.konami.com/yugioh/neuron/en
Please verify the CARD GAME ID displayed on your NEURON app is correct prior to submitting your Deck List for the Genesys Main event and/or checking in on site for either Main Event.
Central America World Championship Qualifier (CAWCQ) REGISTRATION SCHEDULE
| Day | START TIME (Times are in Central Standard Time) | END TIME | |
| Online Registration Opens | Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | – |
| Online Registration Closes | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | – | 12:00 PM (CST) |
| Deck Lists are Due | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | – | 12:00 PM (CST) |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:30 PM (CST) |
*** Schedules are subject to change and may be updated before the event begins. ***
*** Online registration is open till the End Time and Date listed above or until available seats sell out, whichever comes first. ***
*** Deck Lists MUST be submitted by the Deck List due date via the website where you registered. ***
- For Public Events registration information, please see the Public Events FAQ.
CAWCQ Event Information
Q: Where is the CAWCQ?
A: The CAWCQ will be held at
Expo Reforma
Av. Morelos 67, Col. Juárez, Alcaldía Cuauhtémoc,
06600 Ciudad de México,
CDMX, México
Q: What happens at a WCQ event?
A: The CAWCQ is a big, exciting 3-day event that takes place from Friday to Sunday. Duelists from all over will attend these events to compete for exclusive prizes and spend the weekend Dueling, trading, and hanging out with hundreds of other Yu-Gi-Oh! fans. In addition to the invite only Advanced Main Event which will start on June 6th, the CAWCQ will also feature a Genesys Championship and a Dragon Duel Championship.
Click here for details on the Genesys Championship. Note Day 1 of the Genesys Championship will take place on Friday June 5th.
Click here for details on the Dragon Duel Championship.
In addition to the invite only Advanced Main Event, Genesys Championship, and Dragon Duel Championship, there are numerous Public Events, like Win-A-Mat & More Tournaments (Advanced and Genesys), Speed Duel, Yu-Gi-Oh! DUEL LINKS (DUEL LINKS)*, Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL (MASTER DUEL)*,and Regional Qualifier tournaments. Competitive or casual, there is something for everyone to do at the CAWCQ.
*In order to participate in DUEL LINKS or MASTER DUEL, Duelists will need to have the latest version of the app on your devices.
Q: Will there be meal breaks during the tournament?
A: As there will be food and drinks available inside the tournament hall, there will not be any meal breaks scheduled into the tournament.
Q: How many Rounds will the CAWCQ 2026 have?
A: The total number of Duelists will determine the number of Rounds that are played.
| Number of Participants* | Number of Swiss Rounds | Swiss Rounds Day 1 | Swiss Rounds Day 2 | Playoff Top Cut |
| 129 – 256 Duelists | 11 Rounds | 7 Rounds | 4 Rounds | Top 8 |
| 257 – 512 Duelists | 12 Rounds | 8 Rounds | 4 Rounds | Top 8 |
| 513 – 1024 Duelists | 13 Rounds | 8 Rounds | 5 Rounds | Top 8 |
| 1025 – 2048 Duelists | 14 Rounds | 9 Rounds | 5 Rounds | Top 8 |
Q: How many Duelists will advance to Day 2?
A: If there are 256 or fewer Duelists registered for the CAWCQ, then the Top 64 Duelists OR Duelists with a minimum of 15 Points, whichever number is larger, will advance to Day 2.
If there are 257 – 512 Duelists registered for the CAWCQ, then the Top 64 Duelists OR Duelists with a minimum of 18 Points, whichever number is larger, will advance to Day 2.
If there are 513 – 1024 Duelists registered for the CAWCQ, then the Top 128 Duelists OR Duelists with a minimum of 18 Points, whichever number is larger, will advance to Day 2.
If there are 1025 – 2048 Duelists registered for the CAWCQ, then the Top 256 Duelists OR Duelists with a minimum of 21 Points, whichever number is larger, will advance to Day 2.
Q: How many Duelists will advance to the Top Cut?
A: The tournament will cut to Top 8 after all rounds of Swiss are completed.
Q: What security information should I know for the CAWCQ in Mexico City, Mexico?
A: There will be security personnel at the CAWCQ.
Q: Who should I contact if I have questions about the CAWCQ in Mexico City, Mexico?
A:
Company: Monster Sprim
E-mail: op@monstersprim.com.mx
Whatsapp: +52 55 4622 5285
Website: monstersprim.com.mx
KDE-US Representative
Email: la-opsupport@kde-us.com with the subject “Question for CAWCQ in Mexico City, Mexico”
Q: Will there be coverage of the CAWCQ in Mexico City, Mexico?
A: Yes! There will be online coverage and other updates at the CAWCQ available here:
Event Coverage blog – Event updates, Quick Questions, Pairings, and Standings
CAWCQ Registration Information
Q: Are there entry fees for the CAWCQ?
A: There are no entry fees for the CAWCQ. This is an invitation only event that Duelists must have qualified for at Regional Qualifiers, Latin America WCQ – Nationals, Dragon Duel, OTS Championships, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) events. Last-Chance Qualifiers are offered on Friday June 5th for those that have yet to earn an invite.
Q: Do I need an invite to participate in the CAWCQ?
A: All Duelists wishing to compete in CAWCQ 2026 will need to have earned an invite at any of the following
- A Regional Qualifier hosted between July 2025 and June 2026
- This includes Regional Qualifier single-elimination flights hosted at YCS and Remote Duel YCS events
- A Latin America WCQ – National in 2026
- A Dragon Duel event hosted between July 2025 and June 2026
- OTS Championship event hosted between August 2025 and June 2026
- YCS event between August 2025 and June 2026
- This includes Remote Duel YCS
- This does not include TEAM YCS
- Last-Chance Qualifier held at the CAWCQ on June 5th
Any Dragon Duelist that earned an invite to the CAWCQ, may choose to instead participate in the Central America Dragon Duel Championship (CADDC). A Dragon Duelist may not participate in both events, they must choose between the CAWCQ or the CADDC. The CADDC is an open event that does not require an invite.
Aside from the Main Tournaments, anyone wishing to attend the CAWCQ 2026 to spectate or take part in any of the Public Events or attractions does not need an invite to do that as the hall is open to the public and all are welcome.
Q: When can I register for CAWCQ 2026?
A: Duelists will need to register online to secure a seat to compete in the CAWCQ.
- Duelists can register online here:
- https://registration.yugioh-card.com/
- If you have not used the site before to register for a YCS or WCQ event, you will need to create an account in order to register. You can do this at any time, you do not need to wait for the event registration to open to register an account.
- Registration will remain open until either all available seats in the CAWCQ are “sold out” or until Friday June 5th at 12:00 PM CST (whichever comes first).
- Space is limited.
- Duelists who successfully register must still arrive at the venue and check in on Friday June 5th between 12:00 PM CST and 6:30 PM CST to confirm their seat in their tournament or their seat will be forfeited.
- If you are not able to check in on Friday June 5th prior to 6:30 PM CST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 12:00 PM on Friday June 5th to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: How do I turn in my Deck List for the CAWCQ?
A: Please create your Deck List at https://registration.yugioh-card.com/Decks/MyDeckLists.aspx. Once you have registered and created your Deck List, you can submit it at https://registration.yugioh-card.com/Events/MyEvents.aspx. Simply find the Submit Deck List link for the CAWCQ to find the page where you can select the name of the Deck List you have created for the event. We recommend giving each Deck List you create a unique name so that you don’t submit the incorrect Deck List.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
Q: When do I turn in my Deck List for the CAWCQ?
A: Deck Lists are due online by 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
- Duelists who do not turn in their Deck Lists by 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026, will automatically forfeit their seat.
- Deck Lists must be submitted through the online system. Physical copies of a Deck List will not be accepted onsite for the CAWCQ.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
Q: How do I check in at the CAWCQ?
A: Registered Duelists just need to arrive onsite at the venue between 12:00 PM CST and 6:30 PM CST on Friday, June 5th and follow the signs to check in and confirm your seat in the CAWCQ. Duelists will need to show their CARD GAME ID on their NEURON app to check in. At this time Duelists will receive their participation items once they are confirmed at check-in. If you are not able to check in on Friday, June 5th, 2026 prior to 6:30 PM CST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 12:00 PM CST on June 5th, to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: Do I receive any participation prizes when I check in on Friday at the CAWCQ?
A: Yes! There will be participation prizing when you check in at the CAWCQ event. Information on these prizes can be found in the CAWCQ Schedule and Prizing section found here.
Q: How do I obtain the Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin?
A: All Duelists that pre-register online and submit their Deck Lists through the online system by 12:00 PM on Friday, June 5th, 2026, and check in on Friday June 5th, will receive one random Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin*. Any Duelists that do not check in on Friday June 5th, will not be eligible for a Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin.
CAWCQ EVENT SCHEDULE
| DAY | START TIME (Times are in Central Standard Time) | END TIME | |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:30 PM (CST) |
| Alternate On-Site Check-In*** | Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | 8:00 AM (CST) | 9:00 AM (CST) |
| CAWCQ Day 1 | Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | 10:00 AM (CST) | – |
| CAWCQ Day 2 | Sunday, June 7th, 2026 | 9:00 AM (CST) | – |
*** Alternate On-Site Check-In is only for Duelists who email the event contact to arrange it if they are unable to arrive at the venue by 6:30 PM CST on Friday June 5th, 2026. Duelists MUST email Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 12:00 PM CST on Friday, June 5th, 2026 to secure this Alternate Check-In***
CAWCQ Prizing
| 1st Place | WCQ Trophy Invite to Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG World Championship 2026 Travel and accommodations to the World Championship Ultra Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 96 Booster Packs from recent sets Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 2nd Place | WCQ Trophy Invite to Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG World Championship 2026 Travel and accommodations to the World Championship Super Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 72 Booster Packs from recent sets Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 3rd – 4th Place | WCQ Trophy Invite to Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG World Championship 2026 Travel and accommodations to the World Championship Super Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 48 Booster Packs from recent sets Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 5th – 8th Place | WCQ Trophy Super Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 24 Booster Packs from recent sets Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 9th – 16th Place | Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 17th – 32nd Place | Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| 33rd – 64th Place | WCQ Game Mat WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| Remainder of Duelists in Day 2 | WCQ Prize Card Pack |
| Participation | WCQ Participation Game Mat WCQ Sleeves |
CAWCQ Prizing Images
WCQ Trophy
WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios
Ultra Rare Top 16 WCQ Prize Card: Effect Veiler
Super Rare Top 32 WCQ Prize Card: Card Trooper
WCQ Game Mat
WCQ Day 2 Prize Card Pack
WCQ Participation Game Mat
WCQ Sleeves
Central America World Qualifying Points (CAWQP) Event and Registration Information
- The CAWQP will be a one-day event on Friday June 5th
- Best 2 out of 3 Matches
- 3 Round Single-Elimination Playoff
- No time limit
CAWQP Playoff Schedule
| Day | START TIME (Times are in Central Daylight Time) | END TIME | |
| Onsite Registration for CAWQP Playoff | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 9:00 AM (CDT) | 10:00 AM (CDT) |
| CAWQP Playoff | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 10:30 AM (CDT) |
CAWQP Registration Information
Q: What is the CAWQP Playoff and how do I qualify to play in it?
A: Throughout the course of the 2025-2026 Organized Play season, Duelists have been earning World Qualifying Points by competing at Regional Qualifiers, Latin America WCQ – National , Dragon Duels, OTS Championships, and at the Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series. Whenever a Duelist places high enough in those events to earn an invite to the WCQ, they earn World Qualifying Points based on their standing.
On Friday, June 5th at the CAWCQ, the Top 16 Points earners from the 2025-2026 Organized Play season in Central America, based on the chart below are eligible to register for this special playoff tournament. Eligible Duelists can check in and register for the World Qualifying Points Playoff between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. The event is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM
You can find the Top Points earners for the 2025-2026 Organized Play season here:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/events/wqp
A total of 16 Duelists will compete in the World Qualifying Playoff. See the charts below for the breakdown:
| Central America | Number of Invites to the Playoff from the 2025-2026 Season |
| Costa Rica/Panama | 2 |
| Guatemala/El Salvador | 2 |
| Honduras/Nicaragua | 2 |
| Jamaica/Dominican Republic | 2 |
| Mexico | 8 |
Deck Lists will be required when you register for the CAWQP. Registration will be online, and your Deck List must be submitted online. You can prepare your Deck Lists ahead of time at https://registration.yugioh-card.com/ to have them ready when you register.
Eligible Duelists must be present to claim their spot to compete. If any of the Top Points earners are not present to play, the Playoff spot will then be given to the next ranked Duelist based on the country breakdown above. For example, if only 1 Duelist from Costa Rica is missing from the Top 16 Duelists then the next Duelist in line to compete will be the third place Duelist from Costa Rica and Panama’s leaderboard. Same example will apply for any other leaderboard. Duelists must register and be present no later than 10:00 AM in order to be called if there is an open spot. We encourage any of the Top Points earners from the 2025-2026 season to check in between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM so that we can quickly fill any open spots if needed.
The 16 Duelists from the 2025-2026 season who attend the CAWCQ and register and claim their spot for the CAWQP, based on the chart above will then play in an Advanced Constructed, Single-Elimination Tournament. The winner of the Playoff will win an invite to the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG World Championship 2026.
Here is a link to the World Qualifying Points FAQ for further information:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/events/wqp
Q: Are there entry fees for the CAWQP Playoff?
A: There are no entry fees for the CAWQP Playoff. This is an invitation only event that Duelists must have qualified for at Regional Qualifiers, Dragon Duel, OTS Championships, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) events.
Q: What are the prizes for the CAWQP Playoff?
A:
CAWQP Playoff Prizes
| 1st Place | Invite to the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship 2026 Travel and Accommodations to the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship 2026 Ultra Rare WQP Playoff Prize Card – Anotherverse Solaria |
| All Participants | Super Rare WQP Playoff Prize Card – Anotherverse Solaria VIP Status for the World Championship Qualifier |
Q: If I participate in the CAWQP Playoff and do not earn an invite to the WCS, can I still play in the CAWCQ and get the pre-registration items?
A: Yes, you will be able to register online for the CAWCQ. You must register online to receive all of the pre-registration items, while supplies last. If you plan to participate in the CAWCQ be sure to register by the deadlines in the Central America World Championship Qualifier (CAWCQ) Registration Information section.
Q: If I choose to also play in the CAWCQ, am I able to use a different Deck than the one I used for the World Qualifying Points Playoff?
A: Yes, you may change your Deck. You will need to submit a Deck List when you register for the CAWCQ, it can be the same Deck as the WQP Playoff or a different Deck.
Central America Genesys Championship (CAGC) Event and Registration Information
- The CAGC will be a two-day event happening on Friday June 5th and Sunday June 7th.
- Best 2 out of 3 Matches
- Swiss Rounds followed by a Single-Elimination Playoff Top Cut. Rounds are dependent on the total number of Duelists at the time registration closes.
- Time Limit: 50 Minutes per Swiss Round.
Genesys Championship REGISTRATION SCHEDULE
| Day | START TIME (Times are in Central Standard Time) | END TIME | |
| Online Registration Opens | Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | – |
| Online Registration Closes | Thursday, June 4th, 2026 | – | 12:00 PM (CST) |
| Deck Lists are Due | Thursday, June 4th, 2026 | – | 2:00 PM (CST) |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Thursday, June 4th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:00 PM (CST) |
Genesys rules are simple:
- No Link Monsters or Pendulum Monsters are allowed. All other cards are allowed. The original field layout is used, with no Extra Monster Zones nor Pendulum Zones.
- The standard Forbidden & Limited Cards list is not used. All those cards can be used, except Link Monsters and Pendulum Monsters. Usual limit of 3 copies max of any card still applies.
- Deck construction uses a point system. Some cards are assigned a point value; most cards cost zero points. The total point cost of cards in your Main Deck, Extra Deck, and Side Deck (combined) cannot exceed the point cap for that event.
For the Genesys Championship, we will use the 100 Points cap for Deck-building. Click the link below for the current Genesys Points list. Conversely, you can build your Deck using NEURON, the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG support app.
Yu-Gi-Oh! GENESYS – Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME
Genesys Championship Event Information
Q: Are there entry fees for the Genesys Championship?
A: There are no entry fees for the Genesys Championship. The Genesys Championship is open to all Duelists. Duelists do not need an invite to participate in the 2026 Genesys Championship.
Q: Do I need an invite to participate in the Genesys Championship?
A: The 2026 Genesys Championship will be an open event that does not require invites.
Starting in 2027, the Genesys Championship will be an invitation only event. Duelists will have to qualify at Genesys Regional Qualifiers, Genesys OTS Championships, or Genesys Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) events.
Q: What is the attendance capacity for the Genesys Championship?
A: Due to safety, health, and fire regulations, we have seating for up to 600 Duelists for the Genesys Championship. We urge you to pre-register online to have a better chance of being able to play in the Genesys Championship. If the venue reaches capacity, additional Duelists will not be allowed to enter the hall.
Q: When can I register for the Genesys Championship?
A: Duelists will need to register online to secure a seat to compete in the Genesys Championship.
- Duelists can register online here:
- https://registration.yugioh-card.com/
- If you have not used the site before to register for a YCS or CAWCQ event, you will need to create an account in order to register. You can do this at any time, you do not need to wait for the event registration to open to register an account.
- Registration will remain open until either all available seats in the Genesys Championship are “sold out” or until Thursday June 4th at 12:00 PM CST (whichever comes first).
- Space is limited.
- Duelists who successfully register must still arrive at the venue and check in on Thursday June 4th between 12:00 PM CST and 6:00 PM CST to confirm their seat in their tournament or their seat will be forfeited.
- If you are not able to check in on Thursday June 4th prior to 6:00 PM CST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact the Registration team by email at the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 10:00 AM on Thursday June 4th to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: How do I turn in my Deck List for the Genesys Championship?
A: Once you have registered for the Genesys Championship you will need to go into NEURON and submit your Genesys Deck List.
- The Genesys Championship will appear in the Confirm/Manage My Tournaments section on the Events tab between 24 and 48 hours after you register for the event.
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- If it has been more than 48 hours since you registered and the event is not showing up in NEURON please contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx. Please provide your full name and the CARD GAME ID you used to register for the Genesys Championship.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 2:00 PM CST Thursday, June 4th, 2026.
Q: When do I turn in my Deck List for the Genesys Championship?
A: Deck Lists are due online by 2:00 PM CST Thursday, June 4th, 2026.
- Duelists who do not turn in their Deck Lists by 2:00 PM CDT Thursday, June 4th, 2026, will automatically forfeit their seat.
- Any Duelist that does not attend the Genesys Championship after they registered for it and does not reach out to the registration website team beforehand will be blocked from registering online for future YCS/WCQ events.
- Deck Lists must be submitted through NEURON. Physical copies of a Deck list will not be accepted onsite for the CAWCQ.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 2:00 PM CST Thursday, June 4th, 2026.
Q: How do I check in at the Genesys Championship?
A: Registered Duelists just need to arrive onsite at the venue between 12:00 PM CST and 6:00 PM CST on Thursday, June 4th and follow the signs to check in and confirm your seat in the CAWCQ. Duelists will need to show their CARD GAME ID on their NEURON app to check in. If you are not able to check in on Thursday, June 4th, 2026 prior to 6:00 PM EST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 10:00 AM EST on June 4th, to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: Are there participation items for the Genesys Championship?
A: No, as this year’s Genesys Championship is an open event, there are no participation items.
Q: Can I obtain the Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin for registering for the Genesys Championship?
A: No, as this year’s Genesys Championship is an open event, there are no Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coins for pre-registering for the Genesys Championship.
Q: If I participate in the Genesys Championship, can I still register for and participate in the CAWCQ?
A: Yes. You can register for both the Genesys Championship and the CAWCQ. When you check in for the Genesys Championship on Thursday, you will also be able to check in for the CAWCQ, although general check-in for the CAWCQ is on Friday. Just let the Event Staff know when you check in for your Genesys Championship.
If you participate in both the Genesys Championship and the Invite-only Advanced Main Event, and qualify for Day 2 in both, you will need to decide which Day 2 you would like to participate in. Please let the scorekeeper know prior to the hall closing on Saturday.
Genesys Championship Event Schedule
| DAY | START TIME (Times are Central Standard Time) | END TIME | |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Thursday, June 4th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:00 PM (CST) |
| Alternate On-Site Check-In*** | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 8:00 AM (CST) | 9:00 AM (CST) |
| Genesys Championship Day 1 | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 10:30 AM (CST) | – |
| Genesys Championship Day 2 | Sunday, June 7th, 2026 | 9:00 AM (CST) | – |
*** Alternate On-Site Check-In is only for Duelists who email the event contact to arrange it if they are unable to arrive at the venue by 6:00 PM CST on Thursday June 4th, 2026. Duelists MUST contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 10:00 AM CST on Thursday June 4th, 2026 to secure this Alternate Check-In***
Genesys Championship Prizing
| 1st Place | Genesys Championship Trophy Travel and accommodations to Jump Festa* Sightseeing and amusement park visit while in Japan Complete set of Rarity Collection 5 Complete Set of Blazing Dominion Complete Set of Battle of Legend: Glorious Gallery ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 96 Booster Packs from recent sets Genesys Championship Game Mat |
| 2nd Place | Travel and accommodations to the Jump Festa* Sightseeing and amusement park visit Complete Set of Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) Complete Set of Battle of Legend: Glorious Gallery (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 72 Booster Packs from recent sets Genesys Championship Game Mat |
| 3rd – 4th Place | Complete Set of Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) Complete Set of Battle of Legend: Glorious Gallery (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 48 Booster Packs from recent sets Genesys Championship Game Mat |
| 5th – 8th Place | Complete Set of Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) Complete Set of Battle of Legend: Glorious Gallery (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) 24 Booster Packs from recent sets Genesys Championship Game Mat |
| 9th – 16th Place** | 24 Booster Packs from recent sets Genesys Championship Game Mat |
| 17th – 32nd Place | Genesys Championship Game Mat |
*The Top 2 Duelists will receive complimentary travel and accommodation to Jump Festa.
Jump Festa is a manga and anime convention celebrating titles from the publisher, Shueisha, Inc., including Yu-Gi-Oh!. Immerse yourself in the many great titles published by Shueisha, and explore the numerous booths dedicated to these great titles. More information can be found at https://www.jumpfesta.com/ (site is in Japanese).
If Jump Festa is not held for any reason, alternate prizing will be made available to the Top 2 Duelists instead once it is known Jump Festa will not be held, and will be included in the event FAQ if possible.
The Top 2 Duelists will also be invited for sightseeing and a visit to an Amusement Park in Tokyo, Japan. ** If attendance is 513 or more, 9th to 16th place will also receive a Complete Set of Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards)
Genesys Championship Prizing Images
Genesys Championship Trophy
Genesys Championship Game Mat
Central America Dragon Duel Championship (CADDC) Event and Registration Information
- The CADCC will be a two-day event happening on Saturday June 6th and Sunday June 7th.
- Best 2 out of 3 Matches
- Swiss Rounds followed by a Single-Elimination Playoff Top Cut. Rounds are dependent on the total number of Duelists at the time registration closes.
- Time Limit: 50 Minutes per Swiss Round.
Central America Dragon Duel Championship (CADDC) REGISTRATION SCHEDULE
| Day | START TIME (Times are in Central Standard Time) | END TIME | |
| Online Registration Opens | Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | – |
| Online Registration Closes | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | – | 12:00 PM (CST) |
| Deck Lists are Due | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | – | 12:00 PM (CST) |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:30 PM (CST) |
*** Schedules are subject to change and may be updated before the event begins. ***
*** Online registration is open till the End Time and Date listed above or until available seats sell out, whichever comes first. ***
*** Deck Lists MUST be submitted by the Deck List due date via the website where you registered. ***
CADDC Event Information
Q: Are there entry fees for the CADDC?
A: There are no entry fees for the CADDC.
Q: Do I need an invite to participate in the CADDC?
A: The Dragon Duel Championship is open to all Duelists born in the year 2012 or later. Duelists do not need an invite to participate.
Q: If I earned an invite at a Dragon Duel event in the 2025-2026 season, can I chose to play in the CAWCQ instead of the CADCC?
A: Any Dragon Duelist that earned an invite to the CAWCQ, may choose to participate in either the CADDC or the CAWCQ. Dragon Duelists may not participate in both events; they must choose between the CAWCQ or the CADCC.
Q: When can I register for CADDC 2026?
A: Duelists will need to register online to secure a seat to compete in the CADDC.
- Duelists can register online here:
- https://registration.yugioh-card.com/
- If you have not used the site before to register for a YCS or CADDC event, you will need to create an account to register. You can do this at any time; you do not need to wait for the event registration to open to register an account.
- As the CADDC is restricted to Dragon Duelists, please reach out to Registration staff at us-ygo-registration@kde-us.com to help with creating a child account and to enable registration in the CADDC. Registration staff will help confirm eligibility and enable registration in the event for all interested Dragon Duelists.
- Registration will remain open until either all available seats in the CADDC are “sold out” or until Friday June 5th at 12:00 PM CST (whichever comes first).
- Space is limited.
- Dragon Duelists who successfully register must still arrive at the venue and check in on Friday June 5th between 9:00 AM ET and 5:00 PM CST to confirm their seat in their tournament or their seat will be forfeited.
- If you are not able to check in on Friday June 5th prior to 6:30 PM CST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 12:00 PM on Friday June 5th to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: How do I turn in my Deck List for the CADDC?
A: Please create your Deck List at https://registration.yugioh-card.com/Decks/MyDeckLists.aspx. Once you have created your Deck List, you can submit it at https://registration.yugioh-card.com/Events/MyEvents.aspx. Simply find the Submit Deck List link for the CADDC to find the page where you can select the name of the Deck List you have created for the event. We recommend giving each Deck List you create a unique name so that you don’t submit the incorrect Deck List.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
Q: When do I turn in my Deck List for the CADDC?
A: Deck Lists are due online by 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
- Duelists who do not turn in their Deck Lists by 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026, will automatically forfeit their seat.
- Any Duelist that does not attend the CADDC after they registered for it and does not reach out to the registration website team beforehand will be blocked from registering online for future YCS/WCQ events.
- Deck Lists must be submitted through the online system. Physical copies of a Deck list will not be accepted onsite for the CADDC.
Once a Deck List has been submitted, you can update and resubmit it up until the Deck List deadline of 12:00 PM CST Friday, June 5th, 2026.
Q: How do I check in at the CADDC?
A: Registered Duelists just need to arrive onsite at the venue between 9:00 AM CST and 5:00 PM CST on Friday, June 5th and follow the signs to check in and confirm your seat in the CADDC. At this time Duelists will receive their participation items once they are confirmed at check-in. If you are not able to check in on Friday, June 5th, 2026 prior to 5:00 PM CST due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact Yu-Gi-Oh! registration staff at us-ygo-registration@kde-us.com no later than 11:00 AM CST on June 5th, to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: Do I receive any participation prizes when I check in on Friday at the CADDC?
A: Yes! There will be participation prizing when you check in at the CADDC event. Information on these prizes can be found in the CADDC Schedule and Prizing section below.
Q: How do I obtain the Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin?
A: All Duelists that pre-register online and submit their Deck Lists through the online system by 12:00 PM on Friday, June 5th, 2026, and check in on Friday June 5th, will receive one random Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin*. Any Duelist that do not check in on Friday June 5th, will not be eligible for a Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin.
CADDC Event Schedule
| DAY | START TIME (Times are Central Daylight Time) | END TIME | |
| Mandatory On-site Check In | Friday, June 5th, 2026 | 12:00 PM (CST) | 6:00 PM (CST) |
| Alternate On-Site Check-In*** | Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | 8:00 AM (CST) | 9:00 AM (CST) |
| CADDC Day 1 | Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (CST) | – |
| CADDC Day 2 | Sunday, June 7th, 2026 | 10:00 AM (CST) | – |
*** Alternate On-Site Check-In is only for Duelists who email the event contact to arrange it if they are unable to arrive at the venue by 6:00 PM CST on Friday June 5th, 2026. Duelists MUST contact the Tournament Organizer by email at op@monstersprim.com.mx no later than 12:00 PM CST on Friday, June 5th, 2026 to secure this Alternate Check-In***
CADDC Prizing
| 1st Place | DDC Trophy Travel and accommodations to Jump Festa* Sightseeing and amusement park visit while in Japan Ultra Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 48 Booster Packs from recent sets CADDC Game Mat |
| 2nd Place | DDC Trophy Super Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 36 Booster Packs from recent sets CADDC Game Mat |
| 3rd – 4th Place | DDC Trophy Super Rare copy of WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios Complete Sets of Burst Protocol & Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 24 Booster Packs from recent sets CADDC Game Mat |
| 5th – 8th Place | DDC Trophy Complete Set of Blazing Dominion (excluding Starlight Rare Cards) ROG Xbox Ally 16 GB RAM 512GB SSD Steam Download code for Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION 12 Booster Packs from recent sets CADDC Game Mat |
| 9th – 16th Place | CADDC Game Mat |
| Participation | CADDC Participation Game Mat WCQ Sleeves |
*First Place Duelists will receive complimentary travel and accommodation to Jump Festa. Travel and accommodation will also be provided for one (1) parent or legal guardian.
Jump Festa is a manga and anime convention celebrating titles from the publisher, Shueisha, Inc., including Yu-Gi-Oh!. Immerse yourself in the many great titles published by Shueisha, and explore the numerous booths dedicated to these great titles. More information can be found at https://www.jumpfesta.com/ (site is in Japanese).
If Jump Festa is not held for any reason, alternate prizing will be made available to the winner of the Dragon Duel Championship and a parent or legal guardian instead once it is known Jump Festa will not be held, and will be included in the event FAQ if possible.
Duelists and their parents or legal guardians will also be invited for sightseeing and a visit to an Amusement Park in Tokyo, Japan.
CADDC Prizing Images
WCQ Prize Card: Anotherverse Stratios
CADDC Game Mat
CADCC Participation Game Mat
WCQ Sleeves
Travel
Q: What is the closest airport to the CAWCQ in Mexico City, Mexico?
A: Nearest Airport(s):
| Airport | Airport Code | City | State | Distance to Venue |
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | MEX | Mexico City | Mexico | 10.7 Km miles |
Q: What’s the best way to get to the tournament from the airports?
A:
Taking a Taxi to the venue:
- A taxi from Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to the Reforma area in Mexico City typically costs between 350 and 450 MXN (about $18 to $25 USD). The trip takes about 15 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic
- There is a specific area to book a taxi inside the terminal, please do not use outside taxis.
For more details please visit this link: Taxis | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México
Public transportation to the venue:
Metro:
Ticket will cost $5.00 MXN per person
- Outside of terminal 1 on the corner of “Boulevard Puerto Aereo” and “Av. Capitan Carlos Leon Gonzalez” is the metro station “Terminal Area”.
- Take the metro towards “Politecnico” and get off at station “La Raza”
- Transfer and take the metro towards “Direccion Universidad” and get off at station “Juarez”
- Exit the station and start walking to your right.
Once you reach Calle Morelos make a left and proceed until building #67 (Expo Reforma).
Q: Are there any nearby Hotels?
A: Yes. There are many hotels in the ExpoReforma vicinity:
Hotel Del Prado
Marina Nacional 399
Verónica Anzures, Miguel Hidalgo, 11300 CDMX
+52 55 5283 3400
http://www.hoteldelprado.com.mx/
Hotel Imperial Reforma
Av. Paseo de la Reforma #64, Col. Juárez, CDMX
(55) 57054911
01800 7142909
https://www.hotelimperial.mx/
Holiday Inn Express México Reforma
Paseo de la Reforma 208, CDMX
01 800 272 2184
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/mexico/mexre/
Q: Do I need a visa to enter Mexico if I am from a different country?
A: You can view alist of the countries that do require a Mexican visitor visa here: https://www.inm.gob.mx/gobmx/word/index.php/paises-requieren-visa-para-mexico/
World Championship Qualifier 2026 COVID-19 Restrictions
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. (KDE-US) strongly encourages, but does not require, all attendees to be fully vaccinated and to wear a mask. However, KDE-US reserves the right to implement a mandatory mask and/or vaccine requirement for any event on short notice, if deemed necessary. If this event does require attendees to wear a mask, KDE-US will make all available efforts to notify all attendees. However, it is your responsibility to confirm you have read and understood the most current KDE-US COVID-19 policy prior to your arrival at the event, by checking this FAQ section, which may be updated from time to time.
Please note that all attendees must follow measures outlined in the KDE-US COVID-19 Addendum to help prevent the spread of illness. The COVID-19 addendum can be found at https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/penalty_guide/COVID19_Addendum_v_1.pdf.
Any attendee who has or develops symptoms consistent with COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status or other measures taken, should refrain from attending this event. If symptoms develop during this event, attendees should immediately notify event staff, withdraw from this event and leave the venue. If event staff observe symptoms consistent with COVID-19, they may direct impacted individuals to leave the venue. This can include the symptomatic individual and those who were in close proximity with such individual for extended periods of time.
By attending this event in person, all attendees understand and acknowledge that they risk exposure to and contraction of potentially dangerous diseases and viruses, including the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and any other diseases or viruses not listed, while traveling to, from, and during the event. By attending this event, all attendees agree to knowingly and freely assume all such risks and enter the venue at their own risk.
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