Unlike many survival dramas that focus on social critique, Alice in Borderland is deeply rooted in . The protagonist, Arisu, evolves from a man with no sense of purpose to someone who desperately clings to life, not for a grand goal, but for the sake of existence itself. Characters like Usagi and Chishiya represent different responses to this bleak world: Usagi relies on her physical skills and emotional resilience, while Chishiya uses detached logic and a profound understanding of human psychology to navigate the games.
The Hearts games are often cited as the most devastating, forcing players to sacrifice others to save themselves, thereby exposing the "worst in themselves" and the inherent cruelty required for survival in such a system. Existential Themes and Character Growth
What 'Alice in Borderland' Taught Me About The Meaning of Life