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.hack//Liminality
2002·Show
.hack//Liminality fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Games, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
- Music Centrality7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumGames, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around games, fantasy, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming10Video games and game culture.
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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.hack//Liminality is an OVA series directly related to the .hack video game series for the PlayStation 2, with the perspective of Liminality focused on the real world as opposed to the games' MMORPG The World. Liminality was separated into four volumes; each volume was released with its corresponding game. The initial episode is 45 minutes long, while subsequent episodes are 30 minutes long. The video series was directed by Koichi Mashimo, written by Kazunori Itō with music by Yuki Kajiura. Primary Animation production was handled by Mashimo's studio Bee Train which collaborated for the four games as well as handled major production on .hack//Sign.
MysteryCyberpunk FantasyPsychological ThrillerVirtual RealityMMORPGConspiracyAnimeBee TrainYuki Kajiura
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Is .hack//Liminality worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is .hack//Liminality rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does .hack//Liminality have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 4 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did .hack//Liminality air?
S1
It ran from 2002 to 2003 and has ended.
What language is .hack//Liminality in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.