

Alice in Borderland
With his two friends, a video-game-obsessed young man finds himself in a strange version of Tokyo where they must compete in dangerous games to win.
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Plot Summary
Alice in Borderland is a Japanese science fiction thriller series based on the manga of the same name. The story follows Arisu, a jobless gamer, who finds himself transported to a parallel, deserted Tokyo. To survive, he and his friends must compete in a series of dangerous games, with their lives hanging in the balance. As they progress through increasingly difficult challenges, they uncover the sinister nature of this deadly game and the mysterious 'Game Masters' controlling it.
Critical Reception
Alice in Borderland has received generally positive reviews, praised for its suspenseful plot, intense action sequences, and compelling performances. Viewers have lauded its unique premise, drawing parallels to other survival thrillers, and its ability to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The series is particularly noted for its intricate game designs and the psychological toll they take on the characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intense and creative survival games.
- Lauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
- Appreciated for its suspenseful narrative and surprising plot twists.
Google audience: Audiences highly recommend 'Alice in Borderland,' frequently citing its thrilling and unpredictable nature. Viewers enjoy the complex game mechanics and the characters' struggle for survival, often expressing excitement for future seasons and a desire for more intricate puzzles.
Fun Fact
The series is based on a manga by Haro Aso, which was serialized in Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday S and later in Shonen Sunday from 2010 to 2015, with a sequel, 'Alice in Borderland: Retry,' beginning in 2015.
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