Battle Programmer Shirase

AIC Fall 2003
ComedyEcchiSci-Fi
6.9
Quality Score
0.12 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
8 / 10
Controversy
17,094
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Battle Programmer Shirase, also known as BPS, is a free programmer with super hacking abilities who doesn't work for money. What he does work for is certainly something that only people like him would appreciate. But, his demeanor certainly doesn't suit the jobs he is hired for. With the evil King of America causing trouble via the internet, Shirase is nothing but busy as each new adventure brings even more interesting people into the picture. (Source: ANN)

Audience Consensus

Battle Programmer Shirase is a controversial anime due to its heavy reliance on potentially offensive humor and the sexualization of a minor. While some viewers appreciated its unique premise and comedic elements, others found it to be poorly executed and disturbing. The show's abrupt ending and repetitive nature further contributed to its mixed reception, leaving many feeling disappointed or uneasy.

Strengths

  • Unique concept of a programmer solving problems for unusual rewards.
  • Catchy opening theme and memorable voice acting.
  • Some found the humor enjoyable, particularly the recurring jokes, when they worked.

Weaknesses

  • Frequent and overt sexualization of a minor character.
  • Repetitive storylines and jokes that become tiresome.
  • Poor animation quality, unoriginal character designs, and dull color palette.
  • Abrupt ending due to cancellation.