And you thought there is never a girl online?
Synopsis
After mustering up the courage to propose to a girl in an online game, naive otaku Hideki "Rusian" Nishimura is devastated when she flat-out rejects him. To make matters worse, the girl reveals that she is actually an older man in real life. With his dreams crushed and his heart broken, Rusian comes to an abrupt decision in the midst of his raging fit: he will never trust another girl in an online game again. Years later, Rusian is now in a guild with three other players, one of whom possesses a female avatar by the name of Ako. Ako is deeply in love with Rusian and wants to marry him. Although he entertains the possibility that she might be a guy, Rusian accepts her proposal, claiming that her gender does not matter as long as she is cute in-game. However, after a discussion between the guild members that led to all of them having an offline meeting, Rusian finds out that Ako, along with the other members, is not just a girl but also his schoolmate. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with some finding enjoyment in its lightheartedness, relatable gaming references, and cute characters, while others criticize its weak plot, overused tropes, and annoying characters. The show is considered a decent time-killer for fans of the genre, but not particularly memorable or impactful. There's a divide between those who appreciate the nostalgia and those who find the show's flaws too glaring to ignore.
Strengths
- Enjoyable characters with relatable qualities, especially for gamers.
- Nostalgic feel reminiscent of mid-2010s anime.
- Good animation and sound design enhance the experience.
Weaknesses
- Weak or non-existent plot with dropped plot points.
- Over-reliance on harem and ecchi tropes.
- Inconsistent character development and irrational character behavior (e.g., Ako).