Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend Season 1 Episode 1

Ep 1. Fan Service of Love and Youth

  • TV-14
  • January 8, 2015
  • 22 min
  •   (67)

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend is a romantic comedy anime series that follows the story of Tomoya Aki, a high school student who dreams of creating a dating simulation video game. In season 1 episode 1 titled "Fan Service of Love and Youth", we are introduced to Tomoya Aki, who is spending his summer break working on his game with his friend, Utaha Kasumigaoka, a popular light novel writer. While on his way to purchase a CD for his game development, Tomoya runs into Megumi Katou, a plain-looking girl who he had never paid attention to before.

Tomoya soon discovers that Megumi possesses a rare and unique quality that he has been searching for to use for the main heroine of his game. Despite Megumi's lack of interest in his project, Tomoya manages to convince her to be the model for his game's main character. Along with Utaha and another friend, Eriri Spencer Sawamura, who is a talented artist, they form a team to bring Tomoya's dream to fruition.

As Tomoya and his team work on the game, they face numerous challenges, including writer's block, creative differences and personal conflicts. In episode 1, we see the team struggling with writer's block while trying to come up with ideas for the game's main scenario. After many failed attempts, they decide to take a break and attend a doujinshi convention to gain inspiration and observe their competitors.

At the convention, Tomoya and his team encounter fanservice, including cosplayers and other otaku-related activities. The team also discovers that their rival game developer, who happens to be Utaha's best friend and ex-girlfriend, Michiru Hyodo, is also attending the convention. Despite their rivalry, Michiru is friendly towards their group and offers them advice on improving their game.

Throughout the episode, we see Tomoya reflecting on his passion for game development and his desire to create a game that stands out from the rest. He is determined to create a story that will evoke emotions in players and leave a lasting impact, but he struggles with the pressure of meeting deadlines and the constant demands of his team members.

Overall, Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend season 1 episode 1 titled "Fan Service of Love and Youth" sets the tone for the series and introduces us to the main characters, their motivations, and the challenges they face while pursuing their dreams. The humor and witty dialogue provide a lighthearted atmosphere while exploring the complexities of game development and the relationships between the characters. The show is a love letter to otaku culture and the passion that drives game creators to create works of art that capture our hearts and imaginations.

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  • First Aired
    January 8, 2015
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    22 min
  • Language
    English