The Ranma 1/2 remake is surprisingly enjoyable

I wasn't planning on checking it out initially because remakes are rarely done well and to be sure this one is indeed not as good as the original. BUT it is not a bland remake like the Kenshin remake or Urusei Yatsura remake . It has a cutesy style and its pacing is arguably better than the original. It's more manga accurate which I think helps a lot with the pacing. It's also pretty refreshing to see an MC with some personality in a romcom for once.

Some negatives:

1. The nudity that Ranma 1/2 is famous for is neutered. We are given this weird Barbie doll anatomy which is just awkward.

2. The music is lacklustre . It's not bad, just adequate.

3. Do not expect action choreography like this (although, some of other smaller fights are well animated)

https://rdrama.net/h/anime/post/309123/fight-choreography-marseykarate-in-old-school

4. While I do like the pacing overall, some moments should've been given more breathing room like they were in the original .

Still overall, it's a pretty fun watch. I suggest you guys check it out .

!anime !kino