Steins;Gate: The Sagacious Wisdom of Cognitive Computing
Synopsis
Mayuri Shiina brings a cognitive computing system—with a large pink Oopa toy serving as its terminal—to the Future Gadget Lab, insisting that it will help her and Kurisu Makise prepare fried chicken for the group, much to the dismay of Rintarou Okabe and Itaru "Daru" Hashida. Despite not having the proper ingredients, the Oopa cognitive computer assists Mayuri and Kurisu in perfecting a dish that the other lab members will enjoy. In the following episodes, the cognitive computer continues to aid Okabe and his friends in their day-to-day lives. From helping Okabe and Kurisu to reconcile after an argument, to collecting input from the lab members to suggest improvements for the Lab; Okabe may not realize it yet, but his lab has gained a valuable asset! [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Fans of Steins;Gate appreciate the lighthearted, slice-of-life scenarios and character interactions as a brief return to the series. However, many find the overt advertising and simplified plot disappointing, criticizing it as shallow fan service that doesn't capture the essence of the original show.
Strengths
- Enjoyable moments and interactions for Steins;Gate fans.
- Faithful art style and voice acting to the original series.
- Lighthearted and humorous scenarios with beloved characters.
Weaknesses
- Blatant advertising for IBM's cognitive computing.
- Weak story and lack of depth compared to the original Steins;Gate.
- Simplified character interactions that feel like fan service.
- Noticeable drop in animation quality and budget.