Sort of difficult to rate because it is incredibly easy to be swept up by the hype and afterglow one experiences post-finish.
I calmed down, thought carefully and in the end, I believe this show is a 10.
It is not the 10 some people give that reflects perfection.
Mine is a 10 where the outstanding aspects greatly overpowered its weaknesses.
I would have no problem recommending this show.
[Imbalance of OPM]
Jaw-dropping animation from incredible talents paired with a rocking soundtrack. From hearing my laughter at a precise time every Sunday, my roommates realized I was watching OPM.
However, the story/characters are only passably good, due to the very nature of the comedy. Its wacky and lovable large cast lacks the character focus and development most top shows demonstrate. The protagonist, the man/legend, "Saitama," is an invincible Gary Stu character.
It was as much of a parody of the super-hero genre as it was a normal representation of it. Saitama mocks the concept of a near-invincible superman but as a plot device, he is no different.
How can you keep an audience hooked without the fear of loss?
One-Punch Man certainly did by being supremely entertaining. The general humor hit the mark for a majority of watchers.
A hype-packed opening! Comedic dialogue! Super-powered action! A relaxing ending! Then an episode preview!
Every single week!
Oddly enough, it is hard to explain what makes this show so good, without visually experiencing it firsthand. The basic formula looks like a decent vehicle for an extremely popular manga.
[Why is One-Punch Man Special?]
One episode left you with a huge smile, waiting for the excellence of the next episode. With one season, it delivered consistently amazing combat animation.
The passionate efforts of the voice actors and the product of beautiful frames coming together.
Nothing is left to imagination, as we see a fist collide with an evildoer or a deadpan stare in the wake of an opponent's seemingly unfathomable power.
From start-to-finish, the show made that all-important translation of source material to audience amazement.
However, it is not without weakness. In transitioning to comedy, it often lost a sense of human, relatable struggle. While the show had its meaningful moments, it centered more around explosive passion and quirky character intros.
Overall, it still became one of the most entertaining shows I have had the pleasure of watching.
Nothing about this show is particularly strange or alien, unlike some of Saitama's adversaries.
Whether you are a long-time anime veteran or someone who has just started, this series delivers. As anime, as entertainment, it is a shining star. A combination of gorgeous action, humorous characters, and lively pacing.
My verdict is that the sheer amount of enjoyment OPM offered overshadowed its average-to-good character/story design, a factor that cripples most shows.
It is a roller coaster of awesome entertainment that brings all sorts of watchers together for a good laugh and a fantastic ride.
ONE PUNCHHHHHHHHHHHH!!
