Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture
Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture
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Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture

7.8
Yr 2024
Rt 24m
Status Ended
Animation Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

Year Seven of the Kowa Period, in the former Hokkaido Block, live brothers known as the Nameless Mercenaries. The Emperor, Callis al Britannia, tries to plunge the world into chaos with the help of his servant, Norland, and his Einberg Knights. Rozé and Ash take action from the Northern lands.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 62 /100

Critical reception for Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture is largely mixed. Supporters of the spinoff praised its vibrant action sequences, updated mecha designs, and strong voice cast, noting that its smaller-scaled revolution and personal stakes provided a welcome change of pace. Some reviewers also found the series accessible to franchise newcomers and felt it managed to recapture the entertaining, campy spirit of the original anime.

Conversely, critics expressed disappointment with how the narrative unfolded, arguing that the series fails to capture the core appeal of the original Code Geass. Several reviewers felt that key plot twists were underutilized, that character fan service was poorly timed, and that the story ultimately stumbled toward a lackluster conclusion. Overall, consensus suggests that while it offers solid mech action, it struggles to add substantial new meaning to the broader franchise.

“expertly recaptures the magic of the original Code Geass in a way that took me by surprise.”

“eventually hits a roadblock and stumbles, leading to a lackluster end to what could have been a remarkable return for this beloved franchise.”

“This action-packed alternate history sci-fi is an interesting look at the long-term effects of imperial rule—even after the empire has fallen.”

Transmission Paths

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CA • UK
Why fans love it

Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture brings the real robot aesthetic back to the forefront of the long-running franchise. By grounding the conflict in the former Hokkaido Block, the series leans into the tactical, high-stakes maneuvering that defines the mecha genre. The production carries the DNA of the original anime while carving out a distinct space for its new leads.

Kohei Amasaki anchors the performance as the brothers embark on their offensive against the Einberg Knights. The animation captures the precise, mechanical weight of these battles, shifting the scope from global politics to a more intimate tactical recovery mission. It functions as both a continuation of the established world and an entry point focused on disciplined, kinetic action sequences.

Production Board

Crew

Animation Director
鈴木竜也 Hiroyuki Horiuchi Shuuji Sakamoto
Mechanical Designer
Daiki Ueda Satoshi Shigeta Takehiro Ishimoto
Editor
Kumiko Sakamoto
Color Designer
Yuichi Kuboki Ami Kutsuna
Art Department Manager
Kazuhiro Obata
Art Direction
Kazuhiro Obata
Producer
Yuri Obayashi Yoshiro Tsuchiya Hirotsugu Ogisu Yasumasa Tsuchiya
Series Composition
Noboru Kimura
Director
Akie Ishii Yoshimitsu Ohashi Takahiro Shikama
Storyboard Artist
Yoshimitsu Ohashi
3D Animator
武右ェ門
Art Designer
Thomas Romain
Music Producer
Yoichi Sekine
Foley Artist
Masafumi Watanabe
Director of Photography
Hiroyuki Chiba
CGI Director
Shuji Shinoda
Visual Effects
Shuji Shinoda
Theme Song Performance
MIYAVI
Character Designer
Hidekazu Shimamura
Music
Kenji Kawai
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Keywords

mecha anime real robot based on anime original net animation (ona)
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
June 21, 2024
Status
Ended
Episode Runtime
24 minutes
Origin
JP
TMDB Votes
30