D.I.C.E. DNA Integrated Cybernetic Enterprises

Title: “D.I.C.E.: A Hidden Gem of Sci-Fi Adventure That Deserves More Love”

Let’s cut to the chase: if you’re scrolling through your anime queue looking for something that mixes intergalactic action with a squad of kid heroes who don’t just “save the day” but feel like your friends, D.I.C.E. (DNA Integrated Cybernetic Enterprises) is your next obsession. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking—“Wait, never heard of it.” But trust me, this underrated 2000s gem is the kind of show that sticks with you long after the credits roll, even if the internet’s been a little too quiet about it lately.

First, What Even Is D.I.C.E.?

Set in the sprawling Sarbylion Galaxy (think Star Wars but with more neon and fewer Jedi), D.I.C.E. is the “special interplanetary peacekeeping squad” everyone calls when things go sideways—like, “giant robot attacking a space colony” sideways. But here’s the twist: the best team they’ve got? DICE F-99, a unit made entirely of kids. No stuffy adults barking orders—just a ragtag crew of teens (and maybe a pre-teen or two) piloting cybernetic suits, cracking jokes, and figuring out how to stop galaxy-level threats and their own drama.

It’s sci-fi, sure, but it’s also human. The show doesn’t just throw explosions at you (though there are plenty)—it digs into what it means to be a kid with a job that’s way too big for your shoes. Imagine if your after-school club was “save the galaxy” instead of “chess practice.” That’s D.I.C.E.

Why It Works (Even If No One’s Talking About It)

Let’s get real: most anime with kid protagonists either make them annoyingly perfect or turn them into sidekicks for adults. Not here. The F-99 crew feels real. They argue over who left the space-microwave messy, panic when their cyber-suits glitch mid-battle, and get starry-eyed when they meet their favorite alien pop star. One fan I stumbled across (shoutout to the tiny but loyal D.I.C.E. corner of the internet) put it best: “They’re not ‘child soldiers’—they’re just kids who happened to get really cool robots and a mission.”

And the action? Chef’s kiss. The cybernetic suits (called “DICE Gear”) are sleek, colorful, and fun—no gritty “realism” here, just pure, unadulterated mecha joy. Think Power Rangers but with better world-building, or Voltron if the team had to share a dorm room. Each episode throws a new problem: a planet where time moves backward, a rogue AI that thinks it’s a rock star, a space-pirate crew that’s actually just a bunch of lost teens. It’s never boring, and it never talks down to its audience.

The “Forgotten Anime” Problem (And Why That’s a Crime)

Here’s the bummer: D.I.C.E. is way underrated. When I checked MyAnimeList (the holy grail of anime opinions), most of the talk was about “missing titles” or fans asking, “Does anyone even remember this show?” One user summed it up: “I can’t find anything about Sou Nanda anywhere so I’m assuming it’s a forgotten anime”—and honestly, D.I.C.E. feels like that too. It’s not that it’s bad; it’s that it got lost in the shuffle of bigger 2000s hits like Naruto or Fullmetal Alchemist.

But that’s exactly why you should watch it. In a world where every new anime is hyped to death before it even airs, D.I.C.E. is a secret. It’s the show you tell your friends about, and when they finally watch it, they text you at 2 a.m. saying, “Why didn’t you make me watch this sooner?!”

Who Is This For?

If you love:
– Squad goals: The F-99 crew has that “found family” vibe that makes you root for them even when they’re being idiots.
– Sci-fi with heart: No dark, edgy “save the world or die” stuff—just kids trying their best, even when the galaxy’s against them.
– Nostalgia (or fake nostalgia): If you grew up on 2000s anime, this will hit you right in the feels. If you didn’t? It’s like discovering a classic you should have watched as a kid.

…then D.I.C.E. is your jam.

Final Thought: Stop Sleeping On This Show

D.I.C.E. isn’t perfect. The animation’s a little dated (it’s 2005, cut it some slack), and the plot can be silly at times. But here’s the thing: it’s fun. It’s the kind of anime that makes you smile, gasp, and maybe even tear up a little when the crew pulls off a win. And in a world where so much media feels like a chore to watch, “fun” is underrated.

So do yourself a favor: skip the 10th rewatch of your favorite shonen and give D.I.C.E. a shot. It’s short (only 26 episodes), it’s available on most streaming sites (HiAnime, AniGo—take your pick), and it’s the kind of show that’ll make you go, “Why don’t they make anime like this anymore?”

Trust me—you won’t regret it. And if you do? Well, you can come back and yell at me. But I doubt you will.

Verdict: 8/10. A hidden gem that deserves to be unearthed. Now go watch it—before it gets lost again.

— A fellow D.I.C.E. convert
P.S. If you find any fan art or theories, hit me up. We need to grow this fandom. Stat.