A show about gambling is hard to pull off, or any show about games for that matter. You have to have the talent to be able to explain the rules, the stakes, and the aura surrounding the game without sounding boring like a rule book.
I won’t be the first to admit that Kakegurui is not for everyone, most people will simply see it as an over-exaggerated and bizarre piece of media. While in reality, it’s a hidden gem. Sure the art style is unique and menacing at some points, however, that just adds to its appeal. I haven’t seen a show like this and it made me really pay attention to the screen. Additionally, compositing and all of the 3D scenes were done splendidly. Talking about art, what a wonderful OP, and the rest of the sound, I was feeling the emotions through the scene simply due to the sound. But the BIGGEST plus of the show is the THRILL. Oh my goodness I can’t praise this show enough for how well it managed to explain the games and the cheating without making it boring, I found myself feeling like a character trying to figure out how one character or another is manipulating the game, it really pulls you in. The last 3 episodes were my favorite, I was leaning in after episode ten betting my males, the enjoyment, and the stakes made this so much more exciting.
However, you can’t have a rainbow without rain. To have a really good show you have to sacrifice some aspects. This anime lacked character development. I couldn’t connect whatsoever. The protagonist lacked reality, and some of her actions made her look a bit too powerful. You can’t connect to characters without weakness or at the very minimum explanations for their abilities or drive.
Non the less Kakegurui was a hell of a ride. Breathtaking and only going up, which is rare 8/10
Story 7
Art 9
Sound 8
Character 6
Enjoyment 10
