Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		3.5
Video		4.5
Audio		4.5
Extras		0.5
Overall		3.5

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie Review

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV continues the action-packed adventure of the hit anime series. Created by Fujino Ōmori, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV finds the series continuing to provide the action-packed punch fans have come to expect. Featuring original animation by J.C. Staff (Aria the Scarlet Ammo, A Certain Magical Index), the series uses original character designs by Suzuhito Yasuda.

Produced by Kazuki Ueshima (My Love Story With Yamada-kun at Lv999, Zo Zo Zombie) and Yūichirō Shiji (Sword Oratoria: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On the Side, A Certain Scientific Accelerator), Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV brings together a cast that includes lead voice-performances by Inori Minase, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, and Saori Hayami.

Hestia (Inori Minase) and Bell Cranell (Yoshitsugu Matsuoka) are back for more adventures. The quest is one that is never over for those who travel through the Dungeons of Orario. Though Bell is still in a state of recovery from the last big battle, the pendulum of time doesn’t wait for Bell as a new mission arrives within a flash. The Hestia Familia is put to the ultimate task: traveling into the dungeons deeper than previously traveled.

What else can be discovered on the mission into the dark and deep labyrinth within? Despite a promising start to the adventure, warnings are ignored by Cassandra. Ryū (Saori Hayami) is soon accused of committing a heinous crime and it is up to Bell to try and stand up for Ryū. Can Ryū’s good name be cleared? The adventures in the dungeons unfolds with more surprises in store.

The characters are a big part of the series. The characters are one of the main reasons why Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? has found a fan-base that adores the series. The charming cast of central characters is an essential part of the production. The character designs by Shigeki Kimoto (Sword Oratoria: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On the Side, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion) adds to the fun as well and these designs certainly provide some fun creativity.

The animation is impressive and one of the best things about Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon IV on the whole. The art style is distinct and there is a lot to appreciate about the unique animation. The animation is ushered in under the art direction of Jeong Ryeon Kim (Jujutsu Kaisen) alongside chief animation directors Masahiro Fujii (Hayate the Combat Butler!! , One Punch Man) and Shigeki Kimoto (Sword Oratoria: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On the Side, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion). The animation team deliver great results for the series. The team of animators certainly imbue the series with a sense of artistry that makes the production stand out as something more special. The animation is fluid and engaging. A good effort from the team.

The cinematography by Shingo Fukuyo (A Certain Magical Index, Shakugan no Shana) is an impressive part of the production, too. The cinematography shines with engaging visuals and plenty of charming elements. Fukuyo provides the series with the aesthetic backdrop the series needs. Fukuyo has fun in enhancing the aesthetic tone and providing the right ingredients.

The score composed by Keiji Inai (Alderamin on the Sky, I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level) is entertaining and a good backdrop for the series. The score provides a good balance of comedy and action. The action score element is a big part of the production. Without the score, the production wouldn’t be as intense during the big action beats of the series.

Written by Fujino Ōmori (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion) and Hideki Shirane (Date A Live), Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV provides more fun adventures for series fans. Newcomers may wish to begin at the start but longtime established fans should consider the season to offer plenty more entertainment with the characters audiences have come to love.

Directed by Hideki Tachibana (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, The Honor Student at Magic High School), Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV picks up the saga with some entertaining action-adventure fun. The series is a good showcase for the action-packed filmmaking utilized by the filmmakers. Fans of the long-running Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? franchise will find more to enjoy here. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV continues the journey with more epic animation and bold adventure for established fans to enjoy.

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Released on Blu-ray by Sentai Filmworks, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV is presented in 1080p MPEG-4 AVC encoded high-definition in the original television broadcast aspect ratio of 1.78:1 widescreen. The Blu-ray release provides a quality presentation of the series. The robust and colorful animation is well reproduced on the Blu-ray release. The animation quality is crisp, clear, and engaging. The colors are impressive and this is one of the best aspects of the release overall. An outstanding presentation provided by Sentai Filmworks.

The encode is capable and handles the art extremely well. One thing fans should consider to remember is that Blu-ray still provides a superior viewing presentation to streaming services. The encoding provides a higher bit-rate encoding than streaming video services will provide. Fans who want the absolute best video presentation possible for experiencing Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV will want to consider picking up the set for the presentation quality provided on the release.

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

The release includes a selection of lossless audio options: English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 and Japanese DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 (with English subtitles). The lossless audio on the release is impressive and adds to the charm of the experience. The lossless audio helps to enhance the presentation. The sound direction by Jin Aketagawa (Aria the Scarlet Ammo, A Certain Scientific Railgun) is capably showcased and preserved on the release. Dialogue is clear and easy to understand on the release. The lossless encoding provides a more crisp and engaging experience for action scenes, too.

Potential buyers may wish to consider the fact that Blu-ray provides the absolute best audio quality possible for the presentation. Streaming video services only provide lossy audio (compressed) audio encoded at a lower quality level than what is provided on disc. Audiophiles who appreciate the subtle nuances of sound design and have high-end sound equipment will appreciate the subtle differences provided.

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

The release could have used a more robust supplemental package. This is one area of the release that is underwhelming. The set could have benefited from some behind-the-scenes featurettes, interviews featuring the cast and crew, and making-of documentaries. Even some audio commentaries may have added some extra value to the package for fans. The release provides only some basic extras as listed below:

Clean Opening Animation (HD, 1:32)

Clean Closing Animation (HD, 1:32)

Web Previews (HD, 9:41)

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? - Season 4 Part 1 Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV continues the action-packed adventure of the series. Fans of the long-running franchise will be happy to continue the journey with more exciting fun. While newcomers will want to start at the beginning, established fans can expect to continue on the journey with the characters they have come to know and love. The Blu-ray release provides a solid video and audio presentation. The release comes with a small selection of bonus features (and this is one area where the release could have been improved some). Fans will want to consider a purchase to get true ownership and a superior video-audio presentation.