Black★★Rock Shooter: Dawn Fall
Synopsis
In the year 2062, Earth finds itself fiercely battling Artemis—an AI which rebelled against humankind following a grand-scale workforce automation project failure years prior. In the hope of winning the war, a group of three highly skilled human warriors is assembled, known as the guardians of humanity. Empress, the last surviving guardian, wakes up alone in an empty research facility. Unable to recall anything from the past except a place called "Lighthouse No. 8," she begins to search for answers. It is not long before she discovers an impending threat from Artemis—and she is the sole person who can save the world from destruction. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception to Black Rock Shooter: Dawn Fall is mixed to negative. Many criticize the story, characters, and overall execution, finding it a poor adaptation of the franchise. While some appreciate the fresh take and passable CGI, the overwhelming consensus points to disappointment and a feeling that the series failed to live up to the Black Rock Shooter name.
Strengths
- Some enjoyed the fresh take on the BRS universe.
- The CGI, while not perfect, was considered passable or even well-blended by some.
- The soundtrack was appreciated by some, especially in action scenes.
Weaknesses
- The story was criticized for being generic, underdeveloped, and full of plot holes.
- Many felt the characters were unlikable, lacked depth, or were poorly redesigned.
- The show was considered a weak adaptation of the Black Rock Shooter franchise, failing to capture the emotional core of previous iterations.
- The mix of CGI and 2D animation was inconsistent, with some finding the CGI to be poorly integrated.