I won't let you call it a "crappy game"! ~Evaluation and Recommendations~

A comprehensive review and recommendation of "Don't call it a crappy game!"

overview

"Don't Call It Kusoge!" is a 24-episode short anime series that aired from October 19, 2020 to January 5, 2021. It is based on a manga by Noa Oshitomochi and was animated by Characteraction. It was directed by Yamamoto Yuzo and distributed online on platforms such as Twitter, GYAO!, d Anime Store, and AniTele. Each episode is short, just one minute long, and is designed to leave an impact on viewers.

story

"Don't call it a shitty game!" is a comedy anime that depicts the protagonist, high school student Kenta Takahashi, and his friends as they challenge various games known as "kusoge" (crappy games). Kenta loves games, and is particularly fascinated by "kusoge" (crappy games), which are difficult and frustrating to the player. His friends cannot understand Kenta's passion for "kusoge," and their frequent retorts of "Don't call it a shitty game!" are hilarious.

Each episode is a standalone episode, depicting Kenta trying out a new "kusoge" (crappy game) and interacting with his friends in the process. Kenta's love for the "kusoge" (crappy game) and his friends' reactions are exquisitely intertwined, providing viewers with laughter and emotion.

character

Kenta Takahashi : The protagonist. A high school student who loves games and is especially passionate about "crappy games." He is remembered for retorting to his friends, "Don't call them crappy games!"

Mayu Yamamoto : Kenta's childhood friend, a kind-hearted girl who tries to understand Kenta's passion for "kusoge." While supporting Kenta's challenge, she also sometimes gives him some sarcastic remarks.

Daisuke Sato : Kenta's friend, he is not particularly interested in games, but he often puts up with Kenta's passion for "kusoge". While he finds Kenta's challenges amusing, he is also sometimes annoyed.

Misaki Tanaka : Kenta's classmate, a girl who knows a lot about games. She supports Kenta in his challenge to "kusoge" (crappy games) and sometimes gives him advice.

Animation and performance

The animation of "Don't Call Me Kusoge!" is created by characters, and is characterized by high quality visuals despite its short length. In the short one-minute episodes, Kenta's challenge to "kusoge" and his interactions with his friends are effectively depicted, providing laughs to the viewers.

In terms of production, the technique of skillfully switching between game screens and Kenta's facial expressions is used to emphasize Kenta's passion for "kusoge." In addition, the reactions of his friends are depicted realistically, making it easier for viewers to empathize with Kenta's challenge.

Music and Sound

The music in "Don't Call It Kusoge!" plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the game. The opening and ending of each episode features electronic music that is reminiscent of the game, which has the effect of raising the tension of the viewer. In addition, in the scene where Kenta challenges the "kusoge", the background music from the game is used effectively, allowing the viewer to immerse themselves in Kenta's challenge.

In terms of sound, the voice actor's performance plays an important role in expressing Kenta's passion for "kusoge." The voice actor playing Kenta portrays Kenta's passion for "kusoge" realistically, allowing the audience to empathize with Kenta's challenge. The voice actor's performance is also used skillfully to portray the reactions of his friends realistically.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Don't Call It Kusoge!" is a short anime series that offers viewers laughter and emotion with its high-quality visuals and skillful direction. Kenta's passion for "kusoge" and his friends' reactions are exquisitely intertwined, making it easy for viewers to empathize with Kenta's challenge. Music and sound also play an important role in emphasizing Kenta's passion for "kusoge," allowing viewers to immerse themselves in Kenta's challenge.

This anime is enjoyable not only for game lovers, but also for those who are not so interested in games. In particular, Kenta's passion for "kusoge" (crappy games) depicted through his interactions with his friends provides viewers with laughter and emotion. Another appeal is that each episode is made up of an independent episode, so even busy people can watch it easily.

The recommended points are as follows:

• Despite its short length, the film boasts high-quality visuals and skillful direction.
• A story that exquisitely intertwines Kenta's passion for "kusoge" and the reactions of his friends.
• Music and sounds that enhance the atmosphere of the game
• Each episode is an independent one, so even busy people can watch it easily.

"Don't call me a shitty game!" is an anime series that can be enjoyed not only by game lovers, but also by those who are not so interested in games. Kenta's passion for "kusoge" and his friends' reactions are exquisitely intertwined, providing viewers with laughter and emotion. Please give it a watch.

Related information

Original author: Noa Noshi, Omochisan

Director: Yuzo Yamamoto

Animation Production: Character

Copyright: ©Omochisan, Noa Noshi/DEF STUDIOS, "Don't call me a shitty game!" Production Committee

First appearance date: October 19, 2020 - January 5, 2021

First appearance method: Twitter, GYAO!, d Anime Store, AniTele

Minutes: 1 minute

Number of episodes: 24