Berserk (2016) | (dub)

This season covers the , which is one of the most intense and dark chapters of the series.

: Do not start here. Watch the 1997 anime or the Golden Age Arc movie trilogy first, or ideally, read the manga. Summary Table Quick Note Animation Distracting, clunky 3D CGI. Sound Design The "clang" sound effect is infamous. Voice Acting (Dub) Respectable performances in a tough spot. Faithfulness Skips key manga content. Berserk (2016) (Dub)

For many, the English dub is the only way to watch this iteration. This season covers the , which is one

: While it doesn't feature the full 1997 original cast, the voice acting is generally seen as "mediocre to good" for a modern dub. Summary Table Quick Note Animation Distracting, clunky 3D

: It is worth a single "hate-watch" or "curiosity-watch" just to see the Conviction Arc animated, but keep your expectations low.

: It finally moves the story past the "Golden Age" (which has been adapted multiple times) and introduces essential characters like Farnese, Serpico, and Isidro.