Berserk

The story follows Guts, a lone mercenary haunted by his past and driven by a relentless thirst for vengeance against Griffith, his former friend and commander who betrayed him and sacrificed his comrades to a demonic force. Now branded with the Brand of Sacrifice, Guts battles apostles and demons in a dark medieval world, seeking to protect his new companions and confront Griffith, who has ascended to a higher plane of existence as Femto, a member of the God Hand.

The 2017 anime adaptation of Berserk received a mixed to negative reception. While some appreciated the continuation of the story from the manga and the darker themes, many critics and fans were disappointed with the CGI animation, which was often described as stiff and jarring, detracting significantly from the visual appeal and fluidity of the action sequences. The pacing and narrative also drew criticism for not fully capturing the depth and nuance of the original manga.

• The animation style, particularly the CGI, was widely criticized for its poor quality and inconsistency.
• Some viewers appreciated the continuation of the dark fantasy narrative but felt it was hampered by technical issues.
• The adaptation struggled to replicate the detailed artwork and visceral impact of the original manga.

Google audience: Google users generally expressed disappointment with the animation quality, finding the CGI to be a significant drawback. While some enjoyed the continuation of the Berserk story, many felt the visual execution failed to live up to expectations and detracted from the overall experience.

The 2017 anime series uses a hybrid of traditional 2D animation and 3D CGI, with the CGI often being the source of criticism due to its perceived lower quality and awkward movement compared to the detailed art of the manga.