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Furthermore, some critics argued that the series was a mostly verbatim adaptation that failed to add fresh or meaningful interpretations—making it feel more like a lazy homage than a true creative effort. Multiple viewers expressed that the show struggled to find its rhythm beyond the initial episodes, with some noting that it finally started to feel somewhat like Cowboy Bebop only in the last episode of the season.
One particularly damning critique came from a superfan who had loved the series since childhood. They highlighted that the adaptation was "cheap" and unengaging, with off performances and a tone that didn't match the original’s swagger and complexity. Even those who initially gave some nod to the series’ style agreed that it lacked the energy and vibrancy of the anime.