Review of BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.

I'll start by saying, this show is not for everyone. A fairly good summary of what the show is about is that its SAO except that whole "get trapped and die IRL if you die in game" thing never happened. This is a lighthearted show, there is no real tension 90% of the time. If you want a gritty show, or a show that focuses on action, you are not likely to enjoy it. This show is about a girl new to video games finding and utilizing some exploits early on and somehow ending up with a character build that allows her to perform evermore absurd shenanigans, and those shenanigans are what gives the show its enjoyment value.

Story: 6/10
I mean, there is a chronological flow of events, and arcs that build upon one another. Does that sound bare bones? It is, there is really nothing else to it. No profound mysteries are set up, some battles are built up I suppose, but those aren't the focus of the story anyway.

Art: 9/10
This is not the first season of one punch man, but it has seamless CG and goof flowing animations. Quality is consistent throughout.

Sound: 9/10
Solid voice acting, great soundtrack, if a bit repetitive.

Character: 8/10
This is a character focused show, the main characters antics outside of any real main story conflict as well as the bright and cheery tone of the in game world are the lifeblood of the show. However, the characters lack just about any depth, at least as the first season goes. Maybe there is development in season 2, but season 1 gives us nothing.

Enjoyment: 8/10
I'd say this is most closely related to feel-good shows. It's supposed to be fun, not deep or profound, and it manages that quite well.

Overall: 8/10
Would recommend, but with the "wrong" expectations you might be disappointing.