: Critics from Medium and fans on YouTube praise the first episode for its world-building and for "breaking the curse" of bad anime adaptations. It is noted for its quirky, immersive energy and epic score.
: Reviews on Episodic Medium highlight the "striking landscape photography" and "eerie symmetries." The first episode is credited with quickly establishing a deep sense of existential dread and a unique corporate dystopia. 1. Episode 1
: Reviewers on SGReviews appreciate the believable characters and the "Chrysalis" story arc, noting that the writing and voice acting immediately invest the player in the advancing plot. : Critics from Medium and fans on YouTube
Since "Episode 1" refers to the pilot of many different series, there are several highly-rated "Episode 1" reviews from popular shows to consider. Depending on which one you're looking for, here are some useful breakdowns of notable series premieres: 1. Episode 1