: It sets a new "high-water mark" for CGI, particularly in its lifelike lighting and textures. The integration of live-action and motion capture is described as "flawless".
: Some found the HFR and 3D made the experience extremely smooth and immersive, though others noted it could sometimes feel like a high-end video game. Story and Pacing Avatar: The Way of Water - Rotten Tomatoes
: The film is a "breathtaking visual experience". Reviewers from Variety note that the underwater sequences are "beyond dazzling" and insert the audience directly into the action.