About Darwin’s Game

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About

Darwin’s Game is a 2020 anime series that falls under the thriller and action genres. The show is based on the manga series of the same name written by FlipFlops. It follows the story of Kaname Sudou, a high school student who is unwittingly pulled into a dangerous and deadly game.

The game, known as Darwin’s Game, is a mobile app that offers its players incredible powers and abilities. However, these powers come at a price, as players must fight each other to the death. Kaname becomes a player after receiving an invitation to the game from his deceased friend. Now, he must navigate the dangerous world of Darwin’s Game and uncover its mysteries, all while trying to survive and protect those he cares about.

Making / Production

The anime adaptation of Darwin’s Game was produced by Nexus, a Japanese animation studio. The series was directed by Yoshinobu Tokumoto, with Shū Miyama and Yasutaka Kimura serving as writers for the script. The music for the show was composed by Yūsuke Katō, while Kazuya Nakanishi served as the series' sound director.

Actors

• Yūsuke Kobayashi as Kaname Sudou - A high school student and the protagonist of the series. Kobayashi effectively portrays Kaname's determination and growth throughout the show.
• Reina Ueda as Shuka Karino - A prominent player in Darwin’s Game who forms a close bond with Kaname. Ueda's voice acting brings out both Shuka's dangerous and vulnerable sides.
• Taku Yashiro as Ryūji Maesaka - Kaname's classmate who also becomes a player in the game. Yashiro effectively portrays Ryūji's reckless and hot-headed nature.
• Yumiri Hanamori as Sui/Sui/Suicide - A young girl who assists Kaname in the game. Hanamori's voice acting captures the innocence and determination of Sui.
• Chiaki Kobayashi as Hiiragi Ichirō - The leader of the Sunset Ravens, a powerful clan in Darwin's Game. Kobayashi brings out Hiiragi's stoic and authoritative personality.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The anime adaptation of Darwin’s Game was announced in 2019 and premiered on January 3, 2020.
• The series consists of 11 episodes and received positive reviews from both critics and fans.
• Darwin’s Game combines elements of action, thriller, and supernatural genres to create an intense and gripping storyline.
• The show explores themes of survival, friendship, and the consequences of power.
• Many fans consider the animation and fight scenes in Darwin’s Game to be high-quality and visually appealing.

Awards

No major awards have been won by Darwin’s Game as of now.

Quotes

• "In Darwin's Game, the strong devour the weak. Only the fittest survive." - Kaname Sudou
• "The game has already begun. Now, will you fight or die?" - Shuka Karino
• "No matter how much you try to change, you won't be able to escape your true nature." - Ryūji Maesaka

Music

The opening theme song for Darwin’s Game is "CHAIN" by ASCA. The catchy and energetic theme sets the tone for the intense gameplay and battles. The ending theme song is "Alive" by Mashiro Ayano, which provides a more melancholic and emotional atmosphere.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack of Darwin's Game features a mix of suspenseful and action-packed tracks. The music effectively enhances the tension and excitement during key moments in the series. Notable tracks include "Survive," "Crucifix," and "Dangerous Mind."