Seven Senses of the Re'Union
Synopsis
Asahi's life in reality ended simultaneously when she died playing Union, a world-renowned online RPG. The members of Subaru went separate ways when Union shut down due to Asahi's death. Six years later, Haruto logs onto a renewed version of Re'Union and reunites with Asahi who had died. Is it really her or just an electronic ghost? The former team members reunite and enter the mysterious and deadly online game to find out. (Source: TBS Global Business)
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is largely negative due to perceived lack of originality, weak characters, and a poorly executed story. Many feel it relies too heavily on tropes and fails to develop its own identity, resulting in a mediocre and unmemorable experience. However, some viewers found it charming and easy to watch despite its flaws.
Strengths
- Some found the character development, particularly Takanori's, to be a redeeming quality.
- A few reviewers appreciated the art and animation quality, finding it visually appealing.
- Several viewers found the anime easy and charming to watch, especially as background entertainment.
Weaknesses
- Many reviewers criticized the story as unoriginal, lazy, and heavily derivative of 'Anohana' and 'Sword Art Online'.
- Several reviewers found the characters bland, generic, and lacking depth, often comparing them unfavorably to characters from other anime.
- Numerous reviewers pointed out plot inconsistencies, nonsensical gaming elements, and weak world-building.
- Several felt that the story was incomplete and rushed, with unresolved plot points and unsatisfying character arcs.