Reincarnated as the villainess of a girls' game... Can you avoid the flag of destruction?

I've Been Reincarnated as a Villainess in an Otome Game - In-Depth Review and All-Round Guide

Overview

"My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!" is a TV anime series based on the novel by Yamaguchi Satoru. It aired on TOKYO MX and BS11 from April 5 to June 21, 2020, with a total of 12 episodes. Animation was produced by SILVER LINK. and directed by Inoue Keisuke. The story follows the protagonist, who is reincarnated into the world of an otome game, and her struggle to survive as a villainous young lady.

story

The protagonist, Katarina Claes, is reincarnated into the world of the otome game "FORTUNE LOVER." She is depicted as a villainous young lady in the game, and no matter which route she chooses, her doom flag is raised and she is destined to meet a tragic end. However, Katarina uses her memories from her previous life to find a way to survive while avoiding the doom flag. The story progresses through her struggles and interactions with the characters around her.

character

Katarina Claes

The protagonist. Reincarnated as the villain of a girls' game, she struggles to avoid the flag of ruin. With her bright and positive personality, she draws in the people around her.

Joanna

A childhood friend of Katarina, she is supported by her actions even though she is often at the mercy of them. In the game, she becomes Katarina's rival, but in reality, their friendship deepens.

Keith Claes

Katarina's stepbrother. In the game, he has feelings for her, but in reality, he is confused by her actions but still cooperates with her.

Maria Campbell

The game's heroine. Her personality is the polar opposite of Katarina's, and she grows as she is influenced by her actions.

Anime Rating

This anime skillfully incorporated the worldview of a girls' game while drawing viewers in with an original storyline. In particular, Katarina's bright and positive character was appealing, and many viewers sympathized with her struggles. In addition, the storyline, which turned the rules of the game on its head, gave viewers a fresh surprise.

Production Features

SILVER LINK., the animation production company, paid meticulous attention to the characters' expressions and movements. In particular, they helped viewers empathize with the characters by realistically depicting the changes in Katarina's expressions and the impact her actions have on those around her. Director Keisuke Inoue also succeeded in adding his own unique touch to the anime while respecting the atmosphere of the original work.

music

The opening theme "BAD END" resonated with viewers with its memorable lyrics and melody that reflected the feelings of the main character, Katarina. The ending theme "Hikaru Mirai" was praised as a song that conveyed the story's hopeful and positive message. The music greatly contributed to the progression of the story and played a role in evoking the emotions of the viewers.

Viewers' reactions

This anime was well received not only by otome game fans, but also by general audiences. In particular, there were many voices expressing empathy for Katarina's character and cheering for her struggles. Many viewers were also moved by the development of the story and the growth of the characters, and many impressions and fan art were posted on social media.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why I recommend this anime:

• The protagonist Katarina's bright and positive personality is appealing.
• A story that skillfully incorporates the worldview of girls' games
• Character growth and changes in relationships are depicted realistically.
• Music contributes greatly to the progression of the story and enhances the emotions of the viewer.
• A story that resonates with viewers and makes them want to root for it

Related Titles

For viewers who enjoyed this anime, we also recommend the following related works:

• "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" - A popular work about reincarnation in another world
• "Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-" - A story about the protagonist's struggles in another world
• "Overlord" - The story of the protagonist who is reincarnated into the world of a game

Comparison with the original

Comparing the original novel and the anime, the anime faithfully reproduced the story of the original novel, while being able to express it more realistically by visualizing it. In particular, the visual depiction of Katarina's expressions and actions deepened the viewer's empathy. In addition, the anime added original scenes and directing, providing fresh surprises even to fans of the original novel.

Interview with the production staff

Director Inoue Keisuke said, "We aimed to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest while adding our own unique touch to the anime. In particular, I think we were able to create a story that resonates with viewers and makes them want to root for Katarina, with the character at the center." Additionally, the staff at SILVER LINK., who were in charge of animation production, said, "We paid particular attention to the characters' expressions and movements, placing emphasis on evoking emotions in the viewers. In particular, we encouraged viewers to empathize with Katarina by realistically depicting the changes in her expressions and the impact her actions have on those around her."

How to watch

This anime was broadcast on TOKYO MX and BS11. It is also available on streaming services. You can watch it on the following platforms:

• Netflix
• Amazon Prime Video
• ABEMA

Merchandise Information

The following anime merchandise is available for sale:

• Character Figures
• Acrylic stand
• Clear File
• Original Soundtrack

Event Information

Event information for this anime is as follows:

• July 2020 - Fan event held
• October 2020 - Comic Market Exhibit
• March 2021 - Participating in Anime Fair

summary

"My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!" depicts the protagonist, who is reincarnated into the world of an otome game, and her struggle to survive as a villainess. Many viewers sympathized with the protagonist Katarina's bright and positive character and her struggles, and many were moved by the development of the story and the growth of the characters. This work, which is filled with the attention to detail of animation production SILVER LINK. and director Inoue Keisuke, is sure to resonate deeply with viewers. Please give it a watch.