Maou-sama, Retry! R

With Rabbi Village greatly expanding under the management of his subordinates Isami Tahara and Yuu Kirino, Hakuto Kunai can now resume his adventures while looking for items to counteract magic. He begins his search at the Prison Labyrinth in Rookie Town, where a secret laboratory deep within the dungeon gives him insight into technology that is far more advanced and dangerous than anything in the rest of the world.

Meanwhile, Rabbi Village has gained unwanted international attention from the newly formed Queendom of Xenobia, which wishes to drive a wedge between the Holy Kingdom of Light and the State of Right. But with Kunai's newly summoned aide, Akane Fujisaki, at his disposal, things may not go as the Queendom plans.

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Kunai, Hakuto Main

Tsuda, Kenjirou Japanese

Aku Main

Asakura, Momo Japanese

Elegant, Luna Main

Suzuki, Aina Japanese

Yukikaze Supporting

Tsuchiya, Rio Japanese

Kirino, Yuu Supporting

Hikasa, Youko Japanese

White, Angel Supporting

Uchida, Aya Japanese

Kirisame, Zero Supporting

Kumagai, Kentarou Japanese

Queen, Killer Supporting

Senbongi, Sayaka Japanese

Tron Supporting

Iguchi, Yuka Japanese

Eagle Supporting

Noguchi, Iori Japanese

Nagamine, Rieko Producer

Oomori, Shinji Producer

Oonuki, Kazuo Producer

Kikuchi, Miho Producer

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Dec 14, 2024

CapitalCities

Recommended

It's a mixed bag that leans more on the side of popcorn entertainment if you’re willing to overlook some glaring flaws. For starters, skip the first two episodes entirely—they’re a poorly done recap of season one and add nothing of value. The drastic shift in art style is initially jarring, with a more cartoonish design that may throw off returning viewers. The original art style's take on female characters in particular is far superior with them having an air of maturity while also having room to be silly. However, once you get accustomed to it, it can be enjoyed (although I never got used to ... the MC's white cartoon face in scenes). Their interactions within the setting remain a highlight, and I found myself quite engrossed in the direction the plot was going. While it’s not groundbreaking and lacks the polish of stronger titles in the genre, the show succeeds in delivering casual fun for fans of isekai.

Beneath its cartoonish looks, the series tackles surprisingly “taboo” topics like rape, torture, and murder, setting it apart from fluffier peers in the same space. While this maturity doesn’t elevate it anywhere near to must-watch status, it does add a layer of depth that complements its darker themes. If anything, the show can be darker in season 2 than in season 1. Despite that, the show is best enjoyed as light, popcorn entertainment—perfect for when you want something fun but not overly demanding. Fans of the first season (like myself) will likely appreciate revisiting this world, but it’s not one you’ll find yourself rewatching unless a sequel materializes. Ultimately, Maou-sama, Retry! R delivers a decent continuation, as long as you temper your expectations.

TLDR: If you enjoy overlord-style nation-building with the cast of characters there, then you may enjoy this. Just don't look too deep.

Reviewer’s Rating: 8

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Jan 9, 2025

TheMageDalamar

Mixed Feelings

Maou-sama, Retry! R

Alright, buckle up because I binged both seasons of Maou-sama, Retry! Boy, do I have thoughts. Let’s get the obvious out of the way: this anime feels like Overlord went on a shopping spree at the dollar store. It’s not that it’s bad, it’s just... familiar. Like, familiar. The whole "overpowered dude stuck in a game-like world" trope is plastered all over it.

But hey, let’s talk about the one shining light in this otherwise dim hallway—the main character. Despite being ridiculously overpowered, he’s got this amusing charm in how he tries to stay “in character.” Picture a guy who’s a walking apocalypse but ... still worries about his role-playing skills. It’s like watching someone balance world domination and a D&D session simultaneously. His deadpan humor and how he handles situations are the main reasons I stuck around.

Now, let’s address the harem and supporting cast. If you’ve seen any fantasy anime in the last decade, you already know these characters. They’re as predictable as the sunrise. Cute girls? Check. Loyal sidekicks? Check. Villains with no real presence? Double check. We’re two seasons deep, and we still don’t know who the big bad is supposed to be. It’s like a mystery novel where they forgot to write the ending.

Pacing-wise, watching this series in one go was like trying to follow a drunk tour guide. The plot is there... somewhere... but good luck finding it. It’s like they’re hiding the story behind a curtain labeled “Maybe Next Season.”

So, should you watch it? if you’ve got nothing else on your plate and you’re in the mood for something that doesn’t take itself too seriously, go for it. It’s got some fun, light moments, but don’t expect it to blow your mind. This isn’t Attack on Titan—it’s more like Attack on Time Filler.

Season 2? Yeah, it felt like a giant detour. It’s like they had some plot points to hit but decided to take the scenic route. There’s hope it picks up in the next season, but until then, it’s more of a casual watch. Grab some popcorn, turn off your brain, and enjoy the ride for what it is—an okay anime with some laughs along the way.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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Jan 3, 2025

Draco29

Not Recommended

Unfathomably poor. The story has no direction and everything feels random. Fight scenes are below mediocre. Character designs from s1 were butchered thoroughly. There was never any explanation for the power system to begin with and this season made it worse. The flashbacks were more confusing than anything and added nothing to the overall story. What a steaming pile of garbage. The world has potential to be pretty watchable but goodness, it's lik everything is wrong with this. First two episodes were bad recaps. Then on, the anime never fixates on a single topic, moving around introducing characters who are never explored in depth. There ... are some wierd fan service moments. Really not worth anyone's time.

Reviewer’s Rating: 2

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