Ensemble Stars!! Tsuioku Selection Checkmate

Full CGI idol performances take center stage in this 2024 ONA from Dandelion Animation Studio. Adapting a wildly popular mobile game, the six-episode series leans heavily into the dramatic rivalries of male idols. Viewers follow an expansive ensemble cast navigating the demanding music industry. The show relies entirely on full 3D CG animation to handle its complex choreography and concert sequences, giving the performances a distinct visual rhythm compared to standard hand-drawn productions. Earning a 7.8 score, this installment focuses heavily on interpersonal drama, pushing the characters into high-pressure selection events. Fans of the genre will find plenty to enjoy as the cute boys work through their creative differences and strive for the top of the charts. The short runtime makes it a quick binge, packed with catchy tunes and flashy dance numbers. It is a straightforward, music-driven drama that wears its heart on its sleeve.