Tron: Ares and the Lukewarm Public Reception

After an over decade-long wait, Tron: Ares is arriving in cinemas, but its debut has generated mixed reactions. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film achieved a disappointing 55%, confirming a lukewarm reception.

Variety calls it "an exercise in nostalgia", while Deadline considers it "quite entertaining in its glittering techno-level". The Hollywood Reporter speaks of a film that is "not memorable, but surprisingly enjoyable", and GamesRadar+ praises Greta Lee's performance and the soundtrack, while criticizing the lack of originality.

Too Soon to Declare a Flop

Most critics agree: the special effects are extraordinary, but they represent the only true strong point. The plot is considered predictable, too similar to many other recent SF productions. Empire quips that "Tron: Ares has the depth of a floppy disk", while Polygon acknowledges that the film "will satisfy the most loyal fans thanks to the action and the music of Nine Inch Nails".

Despite the criticism, the saga continues to exert its charm. As many observers recall, both Tron (1982) and Tron: Legacy (2010) received cold receptions, only to later become cult genre films.