エルゴプラクシー

Editor Reviews

• Milo Sexton

  Rating: 6

  6

  July 6, 2025

  Set in a post-apocalyptic domed city, Ergo Proxy is a cerebral sci-fi noir that grapples with profound questions of existence, identity, and what it means to be human. The story follows Inspector Re-l Mayer as she investigates a series of murders involving self-aware robots called Autoreivs, leading her to uncover a truth about mythical beings known as Proxies. This series excels in its atmospheric world-building and deep philosophical underpinnings, referencing figures like Descartes and exploring concepts of the soul and reality without a single giant robot in sight. It shares Evangelion's sense of mystery and its willingness to delve into complex psychological landscapes, making it a compelling watch for those who appreciate anime that isn't afraid to be challenging.