Blue Lock Season 2 Faces Criticism for Animation Quality as Extended Finale Approaches
The anime adaptation of the popular manga struggles to meet fan expectations, but a one-hour finale on December 28 may offer redemption.
- Blue Lock Season 2 has been widely criticized for its declining animation quality compared to the well-received first season, with key soccer scenes relying heavily on still images and limited motion.
- The ongoing U-20 Japan arc, a pivotal storyline in the manga, has been adapted with mixed reactions due to production challenges and scheduling issues reported by those involved in the series' creation.
- Despite the criticism, fans remain hopeful for the extended finale, which will air back-to-back episodes on December 28, concluding the season with a one-hour special on Crunchyroll.
- The U-20 Japan arc is a critical turning point in the series, as the Blue Lock Eleven must prove the viability of their unconventional training program by defeating Japan's national U-20 team.
- Blue Lock remains a significant franchise, with its manga ranking among the top five best-sellers of 2024, underscoring fans' high expectations for the anime adaptation.