Parents' Guide to Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture

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Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture TV poster: Collage of characters featuring Rozé in the bottom center as main character.

Common Sense Media Review

By Danae Stahlnecker , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 16+

Violent mecha anime sequel has swears, slurs, heavy topics.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 16+?

Any Positive Content?

  • Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture: Rozé interacts with a sci-fi hologram touch screen.
  • Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture: Ash, a customer in a cafe, stares up at Sakuya, a server wearing a maid outfit.
  • Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture: Rozé smiles a little while pointing a gun, ready to fire. Background is dark and moody.
  • Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture: Blue-tinted moody scene. Close up of Rozé, frowning, as Ash walks away behind him.

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What's the Story?

In CODE GEASS: ROZÉ OF THE RECAPTURE, mercenary brothers Rozé (voiced by Luca Padovan) and Ash (voiced by Cory Yee) fight alongside Japanese resistance groups to free Hokkaido from the oppressive Neo-Britannian Empire. Except, Rozé is actually princess Sakuya Sumeragi (voiced by Suzie Yeung) in disguise, and she's on a mission to rescue her best friend and body double Sakura (voiced by Xanthe Huynh). Sakuya's secret weapon: her Geass power that forces anyone into absolute obedience.

Is It Any Good?

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This action-packed alternate history sci-fi is an interesting look at the long-term effects of imperial rule—even after the empire has fallen. However, Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture doesn't add too much more to the conversation than its parent series Code Geass. Hardcore fans may appreciate the continued storyline and world building, but they'll find less nuance overall. Characters are still complex, and there's lots to discuss around the themes. The plot, though, is pretty straightforward and is mostly a series of mech fights mixed with trauma-heavy backstory reveals.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about violence and war. What do different characters think about the violence they both experience and perpetuate? Why do they have these perspectives? How do you feel about their ideas?

  • Families can talk about historical fiction. What parts of the story are inspired by real-world history? How does history help us understand the characters' motivations and personal journeys?

  • Some episodes show Rozé and her allies taking time off in between battles. Why is it important to find moments of joy and self-care even in times of global crisis? How do characters balance their personal lives with their obligations to a larger community?

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Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture TV poster: Collage of characters featuring Rozé in the bottom center as main character.

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