That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4 is hitting a rough patch. The latest batch of episodes—specifically episodes 73 through 84—has drawn criticism for falling flat narrative-wise, with reviewers pointing to the arc as a textbook example of anticlimactic storytelling.

After multiple seasons of building tension and establishing stakes, this particular story arc simply doesn't land. The pacing struggles to maintain momentum, and character arcs that seemed promising don't reach satisfying conclusions. For a series that's built its reputation on escalating stakes and meaningful character development, this stretch represents a noticeable stumble.

The series, based on the light novels by Fuse, has generally maintained strong production values and engaging storytelling throughout its run. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime follows Rimuru, a man reborn as a powerful slime who builds a community while navigating a dangerous fantasy world. Earlier seasons managed to balance action, character growth, and world-building effectively.

However, not every arc lands equally, and this middle section of Season 4 appears to be suffering from pacing issues that leave viewers waiting for narrative momentum that never quite arrives. The disconnect between setup and payoff is particularly noticeable for longtime fans who've invested in the series' long-form storytelling.

This doesn't necessarily doom the entire season—many long-running anime experience uneven patches as they adapt source material or work through story transitions. How the remaining episodes handle the fallout from this arc could still salvage viewer interest. The series has enough goodwill built up to recover, but it'll need to course-correct soon to keep audiences engaged.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime continues airing, with new episodes rolling out as part of Season 4's ongoing broadcast schedule.