Review of I'm Standing on a Million Lives

So, 100-man no Inochi no Ue ni Ore wa Tatteiru (I’m Standing on a Million Lives) is an isekai anime that aired in 2020, produced by Maho Film. It takes the usual "transported to another world" concept but gives it a bit of a twist—our main guy, Yusuke Yotsuya, isn’t exactly a heroic, kind-hearted protagonist. Instead, he’s super logical, kinda detached, and sees everything as just a "game." At first glance, this might seem like a generic isekai, but it does have some interesting elements. That said, does it do enough to stand out? Well, let’s get into it. Okay, let’s be honest—the animation isn’t amazing, butit gets the job done. Maho Film is a smaller studio, so while the character designs are fine, some action scenes feel stiff or awkward. There are moments where the art style looks great, but other times it feels a little basic. It’s not bad enough to ruin the experience, but don’t expect Demon Slayer-level animation here.

The soundtrack is decent but not super memorable. The OP, “Anti world” by Kanako Takatsuki, is actually really catchy and fits the anime’s darker, edgy tone. The ED is nice, but nothing that really sticks with you.

Voice acting-wise, the Japanese cast does a solid job. Yusuke’s voice actor (Yuto Uemura) nails his cold, analytical personality, and the other characters fit well. The dub is okay, but some of the delivery feels a bit awkward at times.

I actually enjoyed this anime more than I expected. While it has some flaws—uneven pacing, inconsistent animation, and a protagonist who takes a while to grow on you—it also has unique elements that make it stand out. The darker tone, strategic fights, and Yusuke’s development kept me invested. It’s not the best isekai out there, but it’s definitely more than just another generic fantasy anime.

Would I recommend it? If you like isekai but want something that tries to be different, then yes! Just go in knowing that the first season is more of a setup for things to come.

It’s not a must-watch, but it has enough good stuff to be enjoyable. If you can handle slow character growth and don’t mind some clunky pacing, it’s a fun ride.