: IGN specifically praised the "sheer scope and animation quality" of the initial 20-minute mission, even though it was a fleeting sequence meant to show the duo's exhaustion. Perspectives from the Community
: Multiple reviews, including those on Rotten Tomatoes , find Morty’s transformation into a soulless, hyper-confident "American Psycho" stockbroker to be a fascinating take on how his insecurities were the only thing keeping his intelligence from becoming truly dangerous. Rest and Ricklaxation
Critics and fans alike have found the episode's take on mental health and self-identity to be surprisingly profound. : IGN specifically praised the "sheer scope and
“The idea is that Rick and Morty removed all the parts of themselves they thought of as weaknesses... but the harsh reality, embodied by Rick, is that these very idiosyncrasies make them who they are.” IGN · 8 years ago “The idea is that Rick and Morty removed
: Critics from Den of Geek noted that while the episode is full of "inspired visual gags," it primarily succeeds by plunging into the depths of the characters' psyches, particularly showing a rare, authentic look at Rick’s genuine love for Morty—which Rick himself considers a "toxic" weakness.
“Rick and Morty has always been a show that's been unafraid to dissect mental illness... “Rest and Ricklaxation” disrupts that trend and acts as one of the few episodes to mark an actual breakthrough for these characters.” Decider · 8 years ago