Rockman.EXE Stream
Synopsis
A comet burns in the sky, its brilliant light shining down upon the people of Earth. At that time, a giant army of viruses invade the real world, crushing everything in their path. Netto and Enzan use cross fusion to intervene, but are whisked away to an unknown location, only to be confronted by the one responsible for the attack - Duo! (Source: Official Site)
Audience Consensus
Rockman.EXE Stream is viewed as a significant disappointment compared to earlier seasons, primarily due to perceived declines in animation, story, and character quality. While the music and certain side character arcs are appreciated, the negative aspects, particularly regarding character development and new character introductions, overshadow the positives. The audience expresses frustration over perceived deviations from established character traits and plot elements.
Strengths
- Awesome music
- Expanded roles for side characters
- Heartwarming Napalmman.EXE arc
- Nice message overall in the ending
- Great villains (Narcy and Dark Rockman.EXE)
Weaknesses
- Major dive in animation quality
- Major dive in story quality
- Character quality decline, especially Netto
- Netto is mean-spirited and out of character
- Introduction of boring characters (Jasmine and Medi)
- Uninteresting villain (Slur)
- Poor character changes (Dr. Regal and Baryl)
- Forced cliche anime love triangle