Reviews

The plot points they decided to change from the original prove a disservice to the story. As a result, the character relationships feel inauthentic or nonexistent. It feels as if it's trying to rush the story towards an end-goal before it has a chance to build up its own supporting plot-points. It all feels very watered down - less colorful and vibrant as before.

I appreciate some of the updated fashion — though some choices are a bit over the top. Another thing I like is how the opening and ending songs reference the original's... that was a nice touch. Otherwise though, the plot, characters, and energy feel almost removed from the source material.

My personal takeaway is that it feels like 'one-of-those-magical-girl-shows' with a new coat of idol added for promotion, and less of slow character buildup, monster-of-the-week heart it had before. If you're new to Tokyo Mew Mew, you will either enjoy it with no original to compare it to, or feel bored as it lacks anything of lasting substance.