UniteUp! -Uni:Birth-
Synopsis
PROTOSTAR finally made their CD debut and had been enjoying a smooth and successful idol life after winning the "Rookie Men's Idol Fes." However, the three members were told by the representatives of their agency, Lin and Maoto, that they would be competing in a release battle with LEGIT and JAXX/JAXX over the release of their new songs. They are fellow idols from the same sMiLea Production. This release battle becomes the catalyst for the idols to face various challenges. What kind of ending awaits them...?! (Source: Muse Asia)
Audience Consensus
The audience expresses disappointment with the second season, citing a decline in writing quality and an over-reliance on character drama at the expense of the idol aspects. The large cast and shallow stories make it difficult for viewers to connect with the characters and their conflicts. While the music and animation are decent, they are not enough to compensate for the weak narrative.
Strengths
- Competent soundtrack
- Unique EDs
- Well choreographed CGI elements for musical styles
Weaknesses
- Uninspired follow-up
- Shallow episodic stories with dull stakes
- Too large cast that only pre-existing fans care about
- Deep personal drama and emotional climaxes feel unearned
- Extended montages used as filler
- Lack of focus on the music industry itself
- Contrived character drama
- Characters don't act like they're in a group of friends