Ex-Arm
2014: Akira Natsume seems to almost have a phobia of electrical devices while also being very good at diagnosing them. He resolves to change himself for the better and get a girlfriend like his older brother did. …But then Akira suddenly dies in an accident. 16 years later a special policewoman and her android partner retrieve and activate a highly advanced AI and superweapon called EX-ARM and put it into full control of their ship as a last resort. Turns out the AI is actually just Akira’s brain!
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Plot Summary
In a future where cybernetic enhancements are commonplace, a clumsy high school student named Akira encounters a mysterious woman with a unique cybernetic arm. This arm, known as Ex-Arm, is a powerful weapon capable of incredible feats. Akira becomes entangled in a dangerous world of cybernetic warfare and espionage as he attempts to protect the Ex-Arm and uncover its secrets.
Critical Reception
Ex-Arm received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its ambitious sci-fi concepts and action sequences, many found the plot convoluted and the animation inconsistent. The blend of comedy and serious themes also proved divisive.
What Reviewers Say
- The premise of Ex-Arm offers an interesting blend of cyberpunk and high school comedy.
- Animation quality is often inconsistent, detracting from the action sequences.
- The narrative struggles to balance its serious sci-fi elements with its more lighthearted comedic aspects.
Google audience: Audience reception for Ex-Arm was largely unenthusiastic, with many viewers citing a confusing plot and subpar animation as major drawbacks. Some enjoyed the unique concept, but it wasn't enough to garner widespread praise.
Fun Fact
The Ex-Arm project was originally conceived as a manga series before being adapted into an anime.
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