Netflix seems to have struck gold with its new genre-bending steampunk western anime series, Bass X Machina, which appears to have resonated with large audience. According to Screenrant, the six-episode miniseries is set in a steampunk version of the Wild West, where the law no longer holds authority and machines and supernatural entities run amok. The main character of the series, Bass Reeves, voiced by Brian Tyree Henry (Transformers One, Bullet Train) and based on the real historical lawman- works as a bounty hunter who will become judge, jury, and executioner by any means necessary to save the people close to him.
According to Screenrant, Bass X Machina has earned a 100% score since its debut on November 3. Audiences have found the series thoroughly entertaining, praising both its standout animation and strong voice acting. Many reviews have also highlighted the show’s intriguing characters and the profound themes woven throughout the story. The finale of Bass X Machina leaves more story to be told about the titular lawman, but as of right now, there is no confirmed news of a second season.
It was also stated in a review by Screenrant’s Grant Hermanns, who praised the wonderful blend of western and anime elements woven into it, and said that the visuals and art style that LeSean Thomas (Yasuke, Cannon Busters) and Studio Mir created were sure to attract a large audience. Furthermore, along with Brian Tyree Henry, the other voices that have brought the miniseries major success consist of Tati Gabrielle (Uncharted, Mortal Kombat II) as Dana Starr, Cree Summer (Legends of Vox Machina, Voltron: Legendary Defender) as Ahni, and Currie Graham (Homestead, Smoke Screen) as General Rivenbark.
Despite some of the series’ past obstacles, it is clear that Netflix’s new original Western sci-fi series is shaping up to be an entertaining watch that will keep audiences enticed. All episodes of Bass X Machina are available to stream on Netflix.