Audience reviews
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It's really not that complicated. What do I mean by this? I see some reviewers are going too deep in trying to find the reason for the success of "Kimetsu no Yaiba" or "Demon Slayer", going into multiple paragraph-long analyses of the story's characters, plot, and themes, expressing their dissatisfaction with the show's success, like it's some kind of an insult to the standard of what a "good" anime means to them. And while I'm usually open to this kind of criticism, ESPECIALLY when we are talking about a sequel or a reboot to a well-established franchise that dishonors its legacy, "Demons Slayer" is its own thing, and it's simply an entertaining and enjoyable anime mixing action, melodrama, great music, and touching moments into one great package, the third season being the pinnacle of th…
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I think this season of demon slayer does a better job than anything previously simply because its so incredibly tense. Ignoring writing quality for a second, id compare this season to attack on titan and the return ro shiganshina. I say that because the show really has you on the edge of your seat for a good while as you question how the hell the characters are going to get out of this one. Now obviously for demon slayer its kind of as simple as scream louder, instead of competent writing. At the end of the day demon slayer isnt re inventing the wheel, it knows what it is and does it superbly here.
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Demon Slayer: Entertainment District is the best season, only being rivalled by Infinity Castle. It delivers some of the most intense and visually stunning battle sequences in anime history. The slow, detective first few episodes blends flawlessly with the tense, Uppermoon combat for the last few episodes. Tengen Uzui turns from a character with many who dislike him for the first episode to a character all of us like after the last, the animation is some of the best in anime, period. The intro song, Zankyosanka is one of if not the best intro in demon slayer. The season places a heavy emphasis on teamwork, the the tragic complexity is truly eye-opening, and how Daki and Gyutaro’s backstory is a twisted mirror of Tanjiro and Nezuko’s
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Demon Slayer The Entertainment District shocked me a little. After watching I can say this is one of the better arcs in this anime.
The story for this is something we’ve seen before going to a new town, look for a new demon, eradicate it. Characters remain stagnant to me. I like Tengen as a new addition and he’s fun, and seems to have a cool story.
What really shines here is the demon pair Daki, there’s a neat twist with her that I didn’t expect. They’re intimidating and feel like the first real threat after Akaza. Paired with a good backstory for them, it ends up being a very fun enjoyable time. However a main issue I have here is I felt like it took a bit to get here. Once again the animation and fights are great.
Story is still ok, improvement in some of the character work, and as us…
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc is everything I have come to love about the anime taken to a higher level. Right from the beginning of the first episode, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc will leave you glued to your seat by offering you captivating visuals and emotion-filled storyline.
What surprised me most about the arc is its ability to balance action-filled fighting scenes with an emotional element. The story is not purely action-based; instead, it touches upon the emotions felt by each of the main characters while giving them their time to shine through. In addition, there were several emotional elements incorporated into the soundtrack and overall atmosphere.
As such, this arc gave me a really good impression of why anime is my fav…
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If y'all think the District arc is one of the best anime arcs ever then you probably haven't watched more anime. I personally really disliked the District arc for its annoying NPC women, for the annoying character Suma, I disliked Daki as a villain, the humor was dogshit, and the flashback showed up way too late. Yes yes the animation is like a delicious milkshake, but that;s the same for the Onigashima Raid in the anime.
I have caught up to Demon Slayer, and it is a mixed bad for me. And nope, the District arc is not my favorite at all. I have noticed plenty of praise for this arc, and even a few youtube videos "Therapists reacts to the District arc" and it;s ok if anyone likes the arc, but that doesn't mean that you have to bash the person who dislikes or hates the arc, like me.
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A true work of art.
Demon Slayer has never been known for its narrative complexity or philosophical depth, and that's okay. Those who follow the series already understand that its strength lies not in intricate plots, but in how it executes with excellence what it sets out to do. And this season is, perhaps, the best example of that.
Here, the focus falls mainly on Upper Moon 6 and the extravagant pillar Tengen Uzui, along with their wives. Their development is surprisingly engaging: each interaction adds lightness, charisma, and humanity to the story, creating a genuine bond with the viewer. When chaos inevitably ensues—after all, we're dealing with an Upper Moon—this connection makes all the difference. The tension grows because you care.
Another strong point, as is tradition in the w…
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Demon Slayer: Entertainment District Arc is so close to being a masterpiece, with many aspects being turned up to 11 but the constant asspulls and other tropes that are common in Demon Slayer (and shounen anime in general) are amplified as much as everything else, making for a mix that doesn't blend well.
This season had all the right ingredients for perfection. Good cast of characters and a good bit of character development, interesting villains with very nice designs and some of the coolest fight scenes in anime. The pacing has some issues with the main fight taking over half the season. With such a long fight, it really isn't that big of an issue but the early season could've been a bit longer and the main fight a bit shorter. The bigger issue would be with the cuts at moments where th…
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An anime that I avoided for a very long time. I knew it existed, I even knew most of the things from there and I really didn't understand why it had such a hype. The main problem for me was that it was absolutely everywhere = spoilers, and that my friend was constantly talking about it in connection with her ex (I hated her ex and I felt sorry that it was connected to her, because it's from my sister's fav anime and she kept trying to convince me to watch it. Unsuccessfully...). Anyway, this year my sister started talking about the Demon Slayer movie, that she wanted to go see it with me, to which I told her why not, it's an anime (I love them), but that I wouldn't know anything about it, so she simply summarized it for me. Last week, however, I thought I could at least watch the first epi…
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Like many reviews shared here, Kimetsu no Yaiba is heavily carried by its aesthetics and overall animation. Beyond that, what we see is an empty shell of characters—soulless, shallow, and incredibly, painfully boring. The story is completely forgettable and lacks any kind of charm. Instead of watching this anime, you're better off just checking out the fight scenes, plain and simple. Don’t waste your time—invest it in something with more substance.
Additionally, it all feels like it was designed to impress on a superficial level: flashy colors, epic music, dramatic yelling... but everything comes off as artificial, like a product made to generate hype without any real concern for what it's actually telling. There are moments where it tries to be emotional, but there's no proper buildup to…
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I don't say this often, but damn, this arc was on another level.
From the very first episode, the story flow pulled me in—smooth transitions, great pacing, and no dull moments. It felt like every scene had purpose, whether it was building tension or fleshing out a character. And man, that final fight scene? Easily the best one so far in the entire series. It had me on the edge of my seat, no exaggeration. The choreography, the build-up, the stakes—it was just pure fire.
And let’s talk about the animation. I’ve seen a lot over the years, but this… this might be the best animation I’ve ever watched in any anime. It’s so cinematic, so polished—Ufotable really went all out. Even the small details, like lighting and movement, felt unreal.
The OST hit perfectly too. Every time the tension ros…
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Imma have to recommend it.
The story is similar to what you're used to. I actually enjoyed it more than I thought I would. The place where this season takes place is beautiful and the fight...OH MY GODDDDD!! One of the most beautifully animated fight scenes that I've seen! I've re-watched it so many times. It's such a beautiful way to show the "War between Demon and Man" that this has been going on for years and years.
And it's a Hashira vs an Upper Moon demon, so you KNOW the battle is going to be sick. And PLEASE, pay attention to our MC and compare it to the Demon Train movie's Hashira fight from his point of view. He's gotten stronger! <3
Well done!
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This season is decent and preserves the same charm as Season 1 and the movie. Although I disagree somewhat with the ideology and implications presented, the show excels at establishing its world and setting the stage for events to unfold. The entertainment district backdrop feels underused, though: while “Zankyou Sanka” is a fantastic theme, it misrepresents the premise since the characters quickly abandon their undercover roles and jump straight into combat. Uzui’s multiple wives also don’t contribute much, making their inclusion feel questionable, regardless of how he treats them. Some of the fight scenes feel formulaic, particularly if you’re familiar with Season 1’s structure. However, Ufotable continues to excel at building excitement and emotional resonance. Overall, while I think th…
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Story/tempo 20 % 7/10
The story is very similar to the basic idea of the second season. The story is good but only forms the basis for what is to be conveyed visually. Despite the good story and very good pacing, in which both calm and fast-paced moments arise, at the end you have the feeling that you have hardly made any progress. Like the second season, the season feels more like a visually bombastic movie. Unfortunately, as the anime progresses during the fights, you keep noticing that fights that are supposedly won are not won after all and continue. Unfortunately, this happens so often that it's already predictable.
Animation 30 % 10/10
Absolute top. Once again, the anime has outdone itself, the fight scenes are an absolute masterpiece in terms of anim…
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Not as Good as Mugen Train arc for me but pretty damn good
Art - 10/10 FINE I will give it a 10 finally, The animation actually cooked soo hard this season and there wasn't shitty cgi this season!
Characters - 9/10 Zenitsu and Inoske are finally cool characters that I enjoy on screen, Tengen's harem is also pretty funny.
Story - 8/10 Just a continuation of last season, not bad though.
OST/Sound Design - 8/10 opening is fire, ed is cool and Voice acting is pretty great all around.
Enjoyment - 8/10 Great season, Took a bit longer than mugen train for me but maybe because the first 3 episodes felt a bit eh to me.
Overall 8/10 Great season overall.
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The level in this season rises absurdly, while the other two you had to make an effort to watch, this one takes things to another level.
Something I always complained about was how the characters didn't look like human beings at all until now, in terms of personality, however, in this one you could see how each character is unique, Uzui is a guy who we see is full of personality, as well as strong, unlike Rengoku who was an extremely forced good character, Uzui we can see several different traits in him, from a little self-centeredness and rebellion, someone who does things for himself, but that's not all, inside he cares with people around him, but there are still people he prioritizes saving, this is a realistic character, besides everything, even in a fight where the chance of him winn…
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If we put aside the super sexualization of ALL women.
The ridiculous, bad, and old-fashioned depiction of All women appearing in this season.
The ultra over the top sexualization of the main villain. (Don't get me wrong, a little here and there is okay, it's target demographic is clear, but you know, it rest credibility to the overall product and became even annoying).
The lack of plot, and the nonsensical of the premise.
The eternal main fight that goes on for more than half of the episodes. Tje bad pacing of the script and the constant cuts when the action reaches its climax.
Zenitsu and his insufferable personality. The screaming for no reason. And many other little nuances.
And we are left with impeccable action sequences. Monumental production values.
Fantastic main villains in…
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The back half of Demon Slayer‘s second season is yet another stellar outing for Tanjiro and his friends. The heart, humor, and characters that fans love shine almost as brightly as they did previously, with my only real issue being that Nezuko still isn’t given much to do. Partially outweighing that is the fact that studio Ufotable’s animation has reached an almost unbelievable level of quality. Aside from the finale of the Fate/stay Night Heaven’s Feel films (also a Ufotable production, one I’d wager had a much higher budget), I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more visually entrancing battle in animation than the one in the Entertainment District Arc. The first season of Demon Slayer really stood out because of the way it presented beautiful, painting-in-motion brawls that would lead to one…
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Have we peaked already? At least we did it in a FLASHY WAY!
So at this point we should wonder whether Demon Slayer will stand the test of time, and I'm afraid the answer is No, but I'll get to that later on.
The Entertainment District Arc continues our firmly established heroes on their path and is probably the pinnacle of Demon Slayer both now, and I predict will continue to stay that way in the future. I'm not sure why anyone would be watching at this point if they didn't enjoy the character design, but if you do then you will be very happy because we get a lot of fun moments with our protagonists. Saying that Zenitsu and Inosuke are comic relief doesn't do them justice. Without them Tanjiro would be exposed as a fairly dull MC that doesn't have a single unique thing about him (that h…
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Demon Slayer season 2 is honestly the peak of the whole series so far — absolute cinema in every sense. The Entertainment District Arc just hit different. From the moment Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke team up with Tengen, you can feel the energy building. The pacing is perfect, with enough downtime for comedy and character moments before throwing you headfirst into insane, high-stakes battles. And man, those fights? They’re on another level. Every hit, every move, every moment is packed with tension, and you can feel the danger the characters are in.
Ufotable went completely wild with the visuals — it’s like every episode was a movie. The colors, the lighting, the smooth animation… It’s almost unfair how good it looks. Pair that with the soundtrack kicking in at just the right times, and…
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