Corpse Party: Tortured Souls

This is an excellent horror anime. The plot is very strong and with every episode becomes more and more profound and disturbing. The characters are all very interesting and relateable, each in their own strange way. There is ample gore and graphic imagery, with a few of the most imaginative/shocking deaths I've witnessed in a series. One of its shortcomings could be argued to be its duration (only four episodes) but at the same time, it stays fresh, non repetitive and easy to watch in a single sitting. There are a couple of minor plot holes and a few ideas that are toyed with but not fully developed but they don't take a significant tole on the quality of the anime. Warning: not for the squeamish

It's a cruel anime. But fantastic. I enjoyed it. It's a different type of horror animes. It has an intense environment. You won't be scared but you will feel scary. Good anime.

REPIR THAT FREAKING TRIPOD. THAT WAS ALL HAVE A GREAT DAY.

This was an appalling attempt to cram 10-20 hours of gameplay into less than two hours. The original game's story was so well-crafted and had a wonderful sense of pacing, enough time to develop each major character, add tension, and was so clearly written with care and precision- this OVA has none of the above, even going so far as to swap some characters' roles. The deaths in the OVA were rushed and without weight, as the audience is expected to grasp 12+ characters within the first half of its running time. On the other hand, the scenic art and backgrounds were beautifully rendered, and the animation itself was smooth- yet frequent cutting and lackluster music evaporated any sense of tension. If you're after an animated gore-fest under the guise of a story retelling with some unnecessary and strangely placed panty-shots, I suppose this is the OVA for you.

Corpse Party Tortured Souls is a visceral feast for horror enthusiasts and a rattling excursion through the minds of tortured souls grappling with their darkest fears. It succeeds in invoking feelings of dread, empathy, and contemplation, making it much more than just a horror film. While it may not be without its flaws, the emotional resonance it delivers is undeniable; it's a reflection of human frailty set against a brutal backdrop of supernatural horror. For anyone willing to wander into Kisaragi Academy's twisted corridors, be prepared: both your heart and mind might bear the scars long after the credits roll. For this one anime I'm having this 8/10.