Can he adapt to his new environment? Can he handle the trauma of repeatedly dying again and again? and even if he does, will his ability be enough to turn things around?
Re:Zero is a fantastic adventure fantasy thriller that got me hooked right from episode 0, you don't know what the fuck is going on but you watch it anyway cause it's interesting, every episode is just so unpredictable and mind blowing that even if you find a huge flaw, it really wouldn't ruin your enjoyment. The main highlight of this show are it's dark elements, sometimes it's just so brutal and fucked up the adrenaline rush is just...gawd.
Character development is really good too, especially the MC, the writer does not hold back against him. he is hit hard, again and again, which slowly, harsh and brutally develops him throughout the series.
The art and animation is really good, as expected from white fox studios. the music is some next level shit tho, I can't describe how well it goes with scenes, it's brilliant direction i suppose. There are also these 2 second voice soundtracks in between that deserve a mention. that are so creepy and freak me out every fucking time, because i always watch this around midnight, I probably get more freaked out than i should lol but nonetheless it fits the scene so perfectly, giving you the chills. OPs and EDs are very good too, the 2nd ED being one of my most favorites this year.
Although this show is much praiseworthy, it does not come without it's flaws. sometimes it's just annoying and turns into a big cringefest, and although it tries to be original, which it does for the most part. it can sometimes come off as cliché. dropping into a fantasy world, recurring time loop and there are small things here and there that you probably would have seen before. but there is one major thing i really have to criticize about the writing, that is Subaru's lack of backstory. he just falls into fantasy realm and doesn't give a two shit flying fuck about where he came from. Don't you have anyone back home? anyone who cares for you back there at all? idk if the writers would address this in the future but i can only judge so far from what's there.
But anyway, Re:Zero for what it is, it's an absolute must watch. A series I highly recommend for it's unpredictability and a thrilling experience like no other! with that being said, i would give my final rating-
8.75/10
