Why Does High School Dxd Season 4 Look Different

Wait, What Happened to Rias Gremory?!

Okay, let's be real. Season 4 of High School DxD dropped, and suddenly everything looked... different. It was like waking up in an alternate reality where everyone got a makeover. But did they need one?

I'm not saying I hated it, but it definitely made me do a double-take. Where did my perfectly familiar anime characters go?

The Art Style Switcheroo

The most obvious change? The art style. It went from a slightly older, perhaps more "classic" look, to something noticeably newer and shinier. Characters' faces seemed rounder, eyes sparklier, and... well, just different.

Maybe it was an attempt to modernize things. Or maybe it was just a change in studio. Whatever the reason, it definitely stirred the pot.

It's like when your favorite cartoon gets rebooted with a totally new animation style. You're like, "I love this show, but who are these people?"

Is it Just Me, Or...?

Am I the only one who felt a little betrayed? I mean, we grow attached to these characters, their quirks, their designs. And then BAM! New faces.

It's like when your mom tries a new recipe for your favorite dish. It might still be good, but it's just... not the same.

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

Okay, here comes the controversial part. I kind of missed the older style. Don't get me wrong, the new stuff was technically "better" in some ways. The animation was smoother, the colors more vibrant.

But something about the original style had a certain charm. A certain... je ne sais quoi. Like a well-worn comfy sweater, or a slightly scratched but beloved video game.

Maybe I'm just a creature of habit. Or maybe I'm secretly an anime hipster who only likes things before they're cool.

The Story Still Mattered, Right?

Let's not forget the actual story! Thankfully, even with the visual shift, the core of High School DxD remained the same: Issei's quest to become a Harem King!

That's a pretty important plot point, right?

The relationships between the characters, the over-the-top battles, and the uh... fan service... all that was still there. It was just wrapped in a slightly different package.

So, while the change was jarring, it didn't completely ruin the show. It just took some getting used to.

A New Studio Takes the Reins

Of course, the change in animation style corresponded with a change in animation studio. Passione took over from TNK for the fourth season.

Each studio has a distinct style. Switching studios meant the original creator was looking to refresh the animation.

So, Was it Good or Bad?

Honestly, it's subjective. Some people loved the new look. Some hated it. Some were indifferent. And some probably didn't even notice!

But one thing's for sure: it got people talking. And in the world of anime, that's never a bad thing.

Maybe, just maybe, the studio will consider a return to the roots to make all fans happy. Here's hoping!

Ultimately, High School DxD is still a fun, ridiculous, and sometimes surprisingly heartwarming show. And whether you prefer the old look or the new, there's plenty to enjoy. Just try not to get too distracted by the, um, plot.