Delicious in Dungeon is Good, But We Wish It Was Less Repetitive

Summary:

• Delicious in Dungeon is a hit, but some criticize it for being repetitive.
• Gag comedies are repetitive in general, and if you don’t like the setup, you might not like the anime at all.
• Despite the criticism, most people still find it good — and the visual direction and fun cast contribute to that.

Delicious in Dungeon (Dungeon Meshi) is undoubtedly a hit. Studio Trigger’s visual style is nothing short of amazing, and people who were hyped for this adaptation are very glad to have it.

The comedy of the series is also mostly praised, both in Japan and in the West. However, as it usually happens with gag comedies, not everyone is very happy with it. To some, the setup of the jokes is simply too repetitive.

The nature of the series is very repetitive

The general setup of a Delicious in Dungeon joke is essentially the same every time. Marcille freaks out over having to eat monsters and other weird food, followed by a long explanation of how to prepare it. The setting and different monsters showcased in the series keep the comedy fresh most of the time — but not for all viewers.

The genre of gag comedy is quite polarizing in general, and the same goes for every anime that belongs to it. Unless you enjoy the main gag of the series, you aren’t going to enjoy the anime. As such, some are criticizing Delicious in Dungeon for being too repetitive and having nothing to offer outside of the visual spectacle.

Some viewers have even more issues

Not even the visuals, though, are safe from criticism. Many feel that the series doesn’t look as great as some other Trigger works, for example, Kill la Kill. That is not a fair comparison, though: Kill la Kill is an action series, and while there is action in Delicious in Dungeon, it’s hardly the main point of it.

Moreover, Delicious in Dungeon isn’t really a Trigger original like Kill la Kill or SSSS.Gridman. It’s an adaptation of a popular manga, and it’s not going to have the so-called “Trigger vibe”. Source readers, however, are praising the anime for retaining the atmosphere from the manga while also giving it a distinct visual flair.

Despite that, most still find it great

Ultimately, it’s understandable that the genre Delicious in Dungeon belongs to is not for everyone. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it: the cast interactions, for example, are incredible, and the fantasy world it’s set in is pretty unique.

The general visual direction is still better than that of most anime this season. And if you are enjoying the comedy of the series and can’t wait for more — perhaps you should give the manga a try. It’s also great