The Cuphead Show-

Some critics noted that the show "wastes" the game’s lore by ignoring the soul-contract plot. However, the creators argued that a 90-minute fetch quest would make for a boring TV series. Instead, by lowering the stakes, they could focus on what actually matters: the chemistry between the two brothers.

In an era of "prestige TV" animation (think Bojack Horseman , Arcane , Invincible ), The Cuphead Show! is a refreshing throwback. It is a pure —no hidden trauma, no social commentary, just 22 minutes of impeccably drawn goofs. The Cuphead Show-

Consider the episode "In Charm’s Way," where Cuphead tries to impress a girl by faking his own death. Or "Dangerous Mugman," where Mugman becomes a delusional, tough-guy detective. The show isn't afraid to have episodes where nothing plot-wise happens, but the character dynamics are pushed to hysterical extremes. Some critics noted that the show "wastes" the