Remake Our Life!
Synopsis
Life is not going well for 28-year-old Kyouya Hashiba. Having left his office job to pursue a career in the video game industry, his internship at a popular game studio abruptly ends, leaving him unemployed and forcing him to move back in with his parents. Additionally, his jealousy toward the success of the "Platinum Generation"—a group of similarly-aged creators—has caused him to regret his decision to attend a traditional university instead of an arts college. Even though he believes there are no second chances in life, Kyouya is suddenly given one when he wakes up one day and finds himself 10 years in the past. Instead of choosing business school like he originally had, Kyouya decides to pursue his passions and attends the Oonaka University of Art. There, he meets classmate Eiko Kawasegawa, the woman who had hired him as an intern in the present, alongside his new housemates and future Platinum Generation members: underachieving artist Aki Shino, aspiring singer and actress Nanako Kogure, and naturally-gifted writer Tsurayuki Rokuonji. With each project they complete together, Kyouya and his friends venture closer to discovering their true potential as creators and remaking their lives into the ideal versions they desire. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed with some viewers appreciating the relatable characters and exploration of second chances, while others criticize the generic plot, forced drama, and heavy fanservice. The anime's attempt to explore deep themes is seen as superficial, and its reliance on tropes detracts from its message. Overall, the series is considered a decent time-waster but falls short of expectations due to its lack of originality and depth.
Strengths
- Lovable cast with relatable quirks and issues
- Addresses the what-ifs of life and the impact of decisions
- Exploration of video game design and Japanese work culture
- Mature feeling with young adult characters
Weaknesses
- Generic story and characters
- Rushed plot development and shallow exploration of time travel
- Forced drama and romance
- Superficiality and heavy fanservice
- Contradictory messages