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Babylon attempts to merge philosophy, psychology, and politics into a narrative that tackles the complex issue of suicide, but ultimately falls short in its execution. The story delves into profound moral questions regarding right and wrong, presenting an intriguing premise about the legalization of suicide. However, the show's potential is squandered by its inability to effectively explore these themes.

Initially, the anime's dark visuals, dramatic lighting, and supporting soundtrack create a gripping noir atmosphere. The first seven episodes suggest a solid, politically charged investigative narrative. Unfortunately, the storyline takes a downward spiral, becoming increasingly abstract and convoluted.

The primary antagonist, Ai Magase, possesses an unexplained ability to ... manipulate individuals into committing suicide, leaving viewers perplexed. Babylon strives to tackle complex issues but relies on simplistic societal portrayals, resulting in a significant disconnect between the ideas presented and the world's response. This disparity renders the series unrealistic.

The lack of public response serves as evidence of the show's poorly constructed world. Debates arise solely from government leaders, without intervention from external parties such as religious groups, psychologists, or scientists.

While aspects like animation, sound design, and character development are solid, the narrative's shortcomings make the story feel unnatural and ineffective. The dialogue often feels forced, as if attempting to incorporate philosophical lectures. The main character is somewhat engaging, but the supporting cast lacks emotional depth, making it challenging to empathize with their tragic experiences.

This review reflects my personal perspective on Babylon. While I appreciate the thought-provoking themes it presents, I found its execution lacking in several areas. Feel free to share your thoughts—whether you agree or disagree, I'm open to discussion!

Although it has an interesting concept and unique mythology, the execution of the anime is poor. It's full of fan service that becomes intrusive, leaning into the eroguro genre about immortal masochists.
The visuals are inconsistent, and the action scenes are unexciting. The music doesn’t fit well with the atmosphere, making the story feel bland. As for the voice acting, it's fine, nothing too outstanding or memorable.
The story feels slow, the characters are flat, and the main character is underdeveloped, so when issues arise, viewers feel indifferent. The excessive fan service makes the anime feel silly and disrupts the flow of the plot.
Overall, the anime tries ... to be edgy but fails to deliver an engaging story. The end result is a boring anime.