New Getter Robo
Synopsis
Humanity is under attack by demonic creatures called Oni. Unable to fight back by any other means, the scientist Dr. Saotome creates a series of giant robots that harness the mysterious power of Getter Rays, giving them the strength necessary to fight the Oni. The strongest of these is Getter Robo, and Saotome must enlist three very different men to pilot it - martial artist Ryoma Nagare, criminal leader Hayato Jin, and monk Benkei Musashibou. Together, the Getter Team fights to end the Oni menace forever. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed but generally positive. Fans of super robot anime and over-the-top action tend to enjoy it for its energetic battles and memorable characters, despite the simplistic plot and inconsistent animation. Others are turned off by the excessive violence and shallow narrative, finding it lacks substance beyond the surface-level entertainment.
Strengths
- Characters are charismatic and enjoyable, even if not deep.
- Action is plentiful and entertaining, fitting the super robot genre.
- A fun and succinct way to be introduced to the Getter Robo series.
Weaknesses
- Plot is often secondary to action, lacking depth and complexity.
- Animation quality can be inconsistent, with low detail and reused sequences.
- Some find the extreme violence and character portrayals off-putting.