Reviews of this specific "Go Guy Plus" compilation are mixed. While die-hard fans of the dynamic praise it for its heartwarming and nostalgic look at the pair's early days, some critics find the execution "hit-or-miss".

Go Guy Plus Eiji 19 Memories Best: A Tribute to Eiji Okumura

: Captures humorous and relatable moments that showcase the strong bond between the two leads.

: Post-series content often reflects on Eiji’s life after 19, where he uses his photography to help others heal, just as he once helped Ash. Critical Reception

: The compilation explores the "soul connection" between Ash and Eiji, a relationship that many fans and the series' short story Garden of Light (found in Volume 19 of the manga) describe as surpassing traditional labels.