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Don't Call Us a Junk Game!
2020·Show
·12Episodes in1Season·
Don't Call Us a Junk Game! fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle5
- Tension3
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor9
- Situational Comedy8
- Satire & Parody8
World
Games and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Meta Narrative10
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Editing8
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Don't Call Us a Junk Game! is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighGames and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around games and pop culture. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming10Video games and game culture.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative10Stories about storytelling.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the editing and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
The story centers on an RPG that people call "kusoge" ("crap-tier game," referring to games with quirky or badly implemented mechanics & design). The main character Lidays decides to change the game's story, meeting with other characters while the game isn't being played. But as they flub their lines, the situation spirals out of control.
Meta-ComedyGaming CultureAbsurdist HumorAnime ShortDeconstructed RPGFourth Wall BreakingQuirky CharactersFast-PacedSatiricalSelf-Aware
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Questions about Don't Call Us a Junk Game!
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How many seasons does Don't Call Us a Junk Game! have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes and is still in production.
When did Don't Call Us a Junk Game! air?
S1
It started in 2020 and is still in production.
What language is Don't Call Us a Junk Game! in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Don't Call Us a Junk Game!?
112
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