Submarine Super 99
Synopsis
Dr. Oki , the genius scientist who designed a new type of submarine is missing. His son, Susumu, smells an evil scheme of unknown group. He knows everything of his father's submarine called "Super 99" – equipment, weapons, functions and capacity. Susumu thinks that to find his father is to reveal the secret organization, Helmet Party, and stop their conspiracy. With the help of his friends and Marine Corps, he sets out to an underwater quest, not knowing how dangerous his endeavour is… (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The audience consensus is largely negative. Reviewers find the show to be derivative of Gundam, with outdated visuals and sound. While the premise had potential, poor execution in storytelling and character development led to a disappointing experience.
Strengths
- Decent technical aspects for a 2003 title
- Backgrounds and tech are decently well-drawn
- Story had potential
Weaknesses
- Outdated character art style
- Outdated sound effects and OST
- Storytelling flops
- Characters are underdeveloped
- Villains are nonsensical
- Heavily derivative of Gundam