English Dub Review: Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! “Tips on How to Pass the Entrance Exam in Another World”

Overview

Based on the Japanese manga series written by Benigashira and illustrated by Muramitsu. The story takes place in an alternate fantasy world, where a Demon King reigns with a formidable army led by his “Four Elite Generals”. One happens to be Denosuke Uchimura, a normal salaryman/office worker who gets unexpectedly plucked from his mundane life by the Demon King himself. But even in this new realm, Uchimura is bestowed no particular powers. Can he survive treacherous missions with only the knowledge of an office worker?

Our Take

In a nutshell, the story follows Uchimura, a dedicated yet underappreciated office worker whose life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself in a fantastical new world. Tasked with navigating unique challenges, he must rely on his resourcefulness and practical skills to succeed in his new role. As he faces otherworldly cultures and personalities, his ability to adapt and solve problems becomes his greatest asset.

The rest of the proceedings offer a refreshing twist on the isekai genre by focusing on negotiation and ingenuity rather than overwhelming powers. Uchimura’s background adds a relatable touch to his character, though the pacing of his transition to the new world feels slightly hurried with the character dynamics and how he has to adjust to a world that promises him a better life than where he was previously pulled from, and predictably, not every co-worker is willing to instantly get along with a newbie unless they prove themselves…

Overall, this is a promising start for such a unique isekai story like this. The focus on strategy and interpersonal skills offers a fresh perspective, while the mix of lighthearted moments and deeper themes keeps things from being dull. And with the way this episode ended, I’m curious to see where this goes next!