Hand Shakers
Synopsis
Those who receive the Revelation of Babel must overcome many battles and trials. By grasping the hand of their special partner, these "Hand Shakers" transport themselves to the realm of Ziggurat, an alternate dimension where time no longer exists. Each pair of Hand Shakers must battle it out for the right to meet with God, who will reward them by granting them a single wish. Tazuna Takatsuki, a high school student with a penchant for fixing things, is one of these Hand Shakers. After receiving a request for repairs from Professor Makihara of a nearby university, Tazuna stumbles upon Koyori Akutagawa, a bedridden girl that reminds him of his deceased sister Musubu. Remembering her dying wish to never let go of her hand, Tazuna grasps Koyori's hand and awakens his power as a Hand Shaker. However, Koyori's life is directly tied to her status as a Hand Shaker, meaning if Tazuna was to ever let go of her hand she would die. With meeting God being their only hope for saving her, the duo must find a way to make their unique powers mesh together, overcome the opposing Hand Shakers, and make their wish come true. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The anime 'Hand Shakers' is overwhelmingly criticized for its poor execution, despite some potentially interesting concepts. Reviewers consistently highlight the headache-inducing visuals, choppy animation, and nonsensical plot as major drawbacks. While a few viewers appreciate the unique art style and soundtrack, the vast majority express strong disappointment and consider it one of the worst anime they have ever seen, resulting in a highly polarized reception.
Strengths
- Unique art style is appreciated by some viewers.
- The soundtrack and opening theme are considered highlights.
- Some enjoyed the underlying concepts, such as the bonds between characters and their motivations.
Weaknesses
- Overly flashy and seizure-inducing visuals cause headaches and disorientation.
- Inconsistent animation quality, with choppy movement and jarring CGI.
- Poorly written plot with a lack of clear goals or character development.
- Forced drama and cliche backstories, leading to a lack of emotional investment.
- Inconsistent plot and nonsensical narrative
- Overuse of camera techniques like tilting and panning.
- Many consider it the worst anime ever due to the numerous flaws.