Amazon is currently offering significant discounts on various Blu-ray editions, as part of their post-Prime Day deals. Among these is a notable price reduction on Berserk: The Complete 1997 TV Series. Originally priced at $60, this highly acclaimed anime series on Blu-ray is now available for just $36. This special offer is for a limited time and may conclude this weekend or earlier if stock runs out.
The 1997 Berserk series is widely considered the finest anime adaptation of Kentaro Miura`s iconic manga. Released on Blu-ray last spring, it has consistently remained a popular choice among fans.
Quick Overview of Berserk Deals:
- Berserk: The Complete 1997 TV Series (Blu-ray) – $36 ($60)
- Berserk: The Golden Age Arc: Memorial Edition (Blu-ray) – $48 ($70)
- Berserk (2016): The Complete Series (Blu-ray) – $41 ($70)
Berserk follows the epic tale of Guts as he wages a perpetual war against demonic entities. This dark fantasy series is characterized by its brutal violence. While the anime diverged somewhat from the original manga, it received acclaim for its portrayal of the darker aspects of Miura`s narrative. The Blu-ray includes all 25 episodes in high-definition, offering both Japanese and English audio tracks, along with all previously released bonus content. Although a Crunchyroll-exclusive Steelbook was released last fall, its current price of $80 is significantly higher than the standard edition currently on offer.
Years after the original anime`s conclusion, a new Berserk anime production revisited the early arcs. The 2012-2013 film trilogy, while not matching the quality of the 1997 series, offered a more faithful adaptation of the manga. Despite some instances where the 2D artwork and CGI animation didn`t seamlessly blend, the overall quality remains commendable. The Golden Age Arc: Memorial Edition re-edits these remastered films into 13 episodes. Released on Blu-ray last summer, this edition includes both English and Japanese audio. It is currently available for $48, down from its original price of $70.
The 2016 Berserk anime series is also discounted to $41 on Blu-ray, from its original $70 price. While some long-time fans found its deviations from the manga problematic, others appreciated this aspect. Despite certain visual inconsistencies and animation quirks, the series still contains enjoyable elements and is generally considered worth watching.
For those interested in the original manga, the Deluxe Editions are highly recommended. All 14 of these beautifully compiled hardcover volumes are available, many with discounts ranging from $15 to $20. Each deluxe edition combines three standard manga volumes. Collectively, these 14 hardcovers encompass all the trade paperbacks authored by Kentaro Miura before his passing in 2021. Berserk Volume 42, the first volume released without Miura`s direct involvement, was published in March as a tribute to the series` creator. Berserk Deluxe Edition Volume 1 is currently on sale for $34 (originally $50), and the latest release, Volume 14, is available for $34.72 (originally $50).
Berserk Manga Deluxe Editions
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 1 – $34 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 2 – $40 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 3 – $40.44 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 4 – $28.57 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 5 – $27.37 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 6 – $24.75 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 7 – $31.24 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 8 – $34.74 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 9 – $41.48 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 10 – $41.48 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 11 – $29.76 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 12 – $41.48 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 13 – $41.48 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 14 – $34.72 ($50)