First episode was just okay, IMO. Yuma wasn't as bad as I thought he would be, although I hope he doesn't end up as just another Judai. The whole black hole thing with Exceed Summoning Revise Dragon was cool, but what I'm liking most is the whole backstory of the lost memories thing going on with Astral and all the throwbacks to not-so famous mythologies. (Wiki Gaga and Baba and you'll see what I mean.) The whole set up gives off the same vibe as the original series, which is awesome.
Gameplay-wise, Exceed is awesome since it gives decks that previously didn't have the speed or power to par up with synchros just that. Exceed is definitely going to become the new Synchro.
Also, augmented reality Scouters and iPads that can turn into Duel Disks. Sweeeeeeeet.