Super Dimension Century Orguss
Super Dimension Century Orguss

Super Dimension Century Orguss

1984TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

Kei Katsuragi's only concern is the love of his life. It doesn't really matter to him that he has more than one love - after all, as a pilot for the Freedom Space Corps, he might be dead tomorrow! In the future, war has changed, and Kei is all too familiar with the horrors it can bring. Atomic, biological, and chemical weapons are all in use, but even worse than those are the dimensional weapons, ordnance capable of tearing apart even time and space!

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Noboru IshizukaGenres: Anime, Mecha, Sci-Fi, Adventure

Plot Summary

In the year 2721, Kei Katsuragi is a young space pilot who accidentally triggers a time-space warp during a mission. He finds himself stranded in a distant galaxy, where he becomes involved in a war between the Federation and the Tamose Empire. Kei also encounters a mysterious woman named Mome and learns that he must prevent the activation of the powerful Super Dimension Fortress, which could alter the course of history.

Critical Reception

Super Dimension Century Orguss was a moderately successful anime series in Japan, known for its unique storyline that blended elements of time travel, mecha combat, and romance. While it garnered a dedicated fanbase, it is often overshadowed by other contemporary mecha anime. Its reception was generally positive among viewers who appreciated its complex narrative and character development, though some critics found its pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and ambitious storytelling.
  • Appreciated for its blend of mecha action and dramatic character arcs.
  • Some found the plot convoluted at times, affecting overall engagement.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Super Dimension Century Orguss are scarce due to its niche status. However, where available, fans often highlight its creative approach to the mecha genre and its engaging characters, particularly Kei and Mome. The series is remembered fondly by those who followed it for its distinctive visual style and complex, multi-layered plot.

Fun Fact

The series is the second entry in the 'Super Dimension' trilogy, following Super Dimension Fortress Macross and preceding Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross, although the latter two were later retconned into the Macross continuity as part of the 'Robotech' saga.

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