Reviewers from FanVerse noted that the art style in 128 felt slightly "bland" and "underwhelming" compared to the high-quality animation of the preceding episode.
It humanizes Jiraiya, showing his struggles with failure and his genuine hope for a peaceful future. Naruto Shippuden Episode 128
Seeing Minato and Kushina for the first time in a domestic setting is deeply moving for fans who have followed Naruto’s journey as an orphan. Reviewers from FanVerse noted that the art style
Some viewers felt the art lacked detail compared to Episode 127. Naruto Shippuden Episode 128
The revelation of Naruto's parents and his bond with Jiraiya is a high-water mark for the series.
While mostly flashback-heavy, the transitions between the war-torn Amegakure and the peaceful Konoha are effective.