“Global factions battle over ancient mind-influencing XM substance in augmented-reality project spanning Tokyo and worldwide.”
Ingress the Animation
INGRESS THE ANIMATION
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Synopsis
Global factions battle over ancient mind-influencing XM substance in augmented-reality project spanning Tokyo and worldwide.
A project was launched where scientists discovered a mysterious substance that can interface directly with the human brain. This substance, called "Exotic Matter (XM)," has existed since ancient times, influencing human minds and the progress of humanity. In the wake of this discovery, a battle of powerful nations and corporate giants has been unleashed. Organizations across the globe have embarked on a secret race to exploit XM. It represents both an opportunity and a threat to humanity. Two Factions seeks to control the XM. The Enlightened view XM's power as a gift that enhances human experience and discovery. The Resistance sees XM as a hostile takeover of the human mind, choosing technology as humanity's best path forward. XM, and the mystery behind it lie at the center of this battle for the fate of humanity. 2018—Now, a new struggle is about to unfold in Tokyo and across the globe. Dangerous and powerful forces seeking to exploit the potential of XM will collide. This groundbreaking project will mark the beginning of an epic augmented-reality experience combining the three elements of animation, location-based gaming, and the real world. (Source: MAL News)
What people say
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Derived from 17 sampled reviews
What 17 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 1.85 · split reception
4.8 pts
Recommenders 7.5 · others 2.7
↓ 1.41
Running avg · Nov 2018 → Nov 2024
- 7 “The CGI, music, and character designs are impressive, particularly the catchy ending theme, and I appreciate the refreshing thriller/agent theme and the well-balanced protagonist. While the story...”
- 9 “I found the character journey to be interesting and genuinely enjoyed the experience despite the show's limitations. The story lacks depth and complexity, and I recognize that it is nothing...”
- 7 “The world-building is exceptionally well-crafted, avoiding typical anime tropes, and the premise provides a fascinating foundation alongside unique character traits. Unfortunately, the execution is...”
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A self-contained story.
No sequels, spin-offs or alternate tellings — Ingress the Animation begins and ends here.
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- Format 11 × 23′ eps × min
- Total runtime 4h 13m all episodes
- Aired Oct 2018 – Dec 2018 Fall 2018
- Source Tv media type
- Rated R 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Ref. BS-13846 catalog
Licensed by
- Sentai Filmworks Licensor