Gundam Build Divers Re:Rise 2nd Season

Sunrise Beyond Spring 2020
MechaSci-Fi
7.3
Quality Score
0.20 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
4 / 10
Controversy
6,826
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

The massive beam of light fired from Eldora's moon has completely shattered the BUILD DiVERS' conception of Gunpla Battle Nexus Online (GBN). This has forced Hiroto Kuga and his teammates to reevaluate their mission on Eldora now that they are faced with potentially very real consequences. Despite this, the BUILD DiVERS rejoin the fight against the One-Eyed to protect what they hold dear. In the battle that concerns the fate of both Earth and Eldora, sparks fly as Hiroto is forced to confront his past amidst the revelations of GBN's shocking secrets. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Audience Consensus

Audience sentiment is largely positive, particularly praising the improved character development and deeper narrative compared to previous entries in the Build Divers series. While some find the plot and pacing flawed, the emotional resonance and character arcs resonated with viewers. Many appreciate the series for addressing the shortcomings of its predecessor and for creating a more engaging story.

Strengths

  • Character development is well-executed, transforming bland archetypes into relatable individuals.
  • The plot effectively builds upon season 1, adding depth and weight to the events.
  • Raising the stakes made the main characters overcome their insecurities.

Weaknesses

  • Pacing issues with some episodes serving primarily as setup for the next.
  • Characters like Kazami and Parv are uninteresting.
  • The ending feels rushed, with some directing choices negatively impacting key scenes.
  • The series takes too long to become interesting after a poor first season.
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