Why I Watched This
Oblivion Battery caught my attention the moment I heard it was getting an anime adaptation. Not because I’d read the manga, but because I’m a huge fan of sports anime—especially baseball. I played baseball for over 10 years, so I had a feeling this series would hit home (pun totally intended).
What really pulled me in was how different the synopsis sounded compared to your typical sports anime. Usually, it’s all about a team or player trying to make it to nationals. But Oblivion Battery flips that formula. It follows one half of an elite battery (pitcher-catcher duo) who loses his memory and ends up enrolling in a public high school instead of continuing down a prestigious baseball path. Public schools in Japan typically don’t have the resources or talent to compete at that level, but both pitcher and catcher were once considered top-tier players.
Add in MAPPA handling the animation? I was all in.
Plot & Engagement
The story took a different direction than I expected—and I loved it. A serious character becoming fun and goofy isn’t something I anticipated, but it totally worked. I’ll avoid spoilers here, but trust me: when the show throws a curveball, it’s a good one. You’ll know exactly what I mean once you watch it.
The series does a great job exploring different dynamics in just one season. Each episode flew by, which for me is the biggest sign that I’m genuinely entertained. I’ve got a short attention span, and this anime had me locked in from the first episode to the finale. Not a single dull moment.
Plot: 10/10
Engagement: 10/10
Aesthetics & Vibes
The vibes? Immaculate.
From the characters to the animation—even the opening and ending themes—everything hit just right. The cast is full of unique personalities, each with meaningful backstories. Somehow, a group of total misfits formed a surprisingly tight-knit team. It’s messy in the best way.
The backstories stood out to me the most. One even made me rethink some of my own life philosophies. Many of the struggles the characters face—like overcoming mental blocks or conquering the yips—feel incredibly relatable.
Visually, the animation is crisp and smooth. Even simple plays like a hit-and-run or a throw to first looked elite. I actually replayed a few scenes just to take in the detail.
Tonally, the show knows how to balance. It’s got its goofy moments (including its own version of a Dragon Ball Z transformation), but when the emotional or triumphant moments hit, they really land.
Aesthetics/Vibes: 10/10
Final Thoughts
Let me put it simply: this is a 10/10 for me.
The fact that I even sat down to write this review speaks volumes. From the plot to the animation to the emotional depth, Oblivion Battery delivered everything I could’ve asked for—and then some.
Yes, I might be a bit biased. I love sports anime. I love baseball. But even setting that aside, I think this show deserves your attention. If you’re looking for a sports anime that feels fresh, heartfelt, and just a little off the beaten path, this is it.
Watch it. That’s all I can say.
Overall: 10/10
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