Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend

Season 1

12 episodes · 13 planned · 2015

The life of Tomoyo Aki, a highschool otaku working part time to support his BD hoarding. With remarkable luck, he bumps head-first into Megumi Kato, the most beautiful girl he has ever seen. Naturally, the meeting twists his life into a complicated torrent of relationships. Eriri Spencer Sawamura, his half-foreigner childhood friend who’s always valued her relationship with MC. Kasumigaoka Utaha, a cold, composed renowned literary genius who shoves everyone aside from our protagonist. What is this? An eroge introduction? The tale of a small not quite doujin circle, but not quite indie studio’s journey through the tough territory of comiket and beyond. Note: Includes episode 0.

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An Error-Ridden Prologue
E01

An Error-Ridden Prologue

6
2015-01-1623 min

A chance encounter with a beautiful girl during spring break inspires Tomoya to make a dating simulation video game. He tries recruiting Eriri and Utaha to assist him.

A Girlfriend Without a Raised Flag
E02

A Girlfriend Without a Raised Flag

7
2015-01-2323 min

Tomoya asks Megumi out and gives her a lecture on how a perfect heroine should be like. He invites her to his home for an even more detailed lesson!

Retake the Climax
E03

Retake the Climax

7
2015-01-3023 min

Tomoya continues to procrastinate despite a fast approaching deadline for his project proposal. Eriri and Utaha wonder if he's really serious about creating a dating sim.

Budget, Deadline and New Development
E04

Budget, Deadline and New Development

7
2015-02-0623 min

Tomoya sets up a meeting with his recruits to discuss the game. After seeing Megumi with a boy, he can't help but feel jealous!

The Date Event of Crossing Paths
E05

The Date Event of Crossing Paths

7.5
2015-02-1323 min

Utaha manages to write out the plot of their game, but it might not be what Tomoya is looking for. Megumi and Tomoya go on a date.

Deciding the Night for Two
E06

Deciding the Night for Two

4.2
2015-02-2023 min

Tomoya leaves Kato in the middle of their date to meet up with Utaha. She takes him to a hotel, and they spend the night together. Alone…

Friend, Foe or a New Character
E07

Friend, Foe or a New Character

7
2015-02-2723 min

While Tomoya is preparing for the Summer Comiket, two familiar faces from his past show up. Will this affect his game and all the preparations?

A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection Mode
E08

A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection Mode

6.5
2015-03-0623 min

Megumi makes a concerted effort to understand dating sims. Later, Megumi and Tomoya assist Izumi during Summer Comiket.

One-on-one Route After 8 Years
E09

One-on-one Route After 8 Years

7
2015-03-1323 min

After Tomoya hurts Eriri's feelings by praising Izumi's book, Utaha and Megumi urge him to make up with her in order to keep their group together.

A Melody of Reminiscing and Support
E10

A Melody of Reminiscing and Support

3.8
2015-03-2023 min

After an argument with her dad, Michiru runs away and decides to crash at Tomoya's place for a while. In the circle meeting, it is decided that background music is needed for the game. Will they find someone to help them out?

Ready to Start Resolving the Subplots
E11

Ready to Start Resolving the Subplots

6
2015-03-2723 min

Tomoya continues his attempts to recruit Michiru to his cause. Her critical words, however, cause Tomoya to question the dedication of his circle's members.

The Ups and Downs at the End of Each Day
E12

The Ups and Downs at the End of Each Day

6.5
2015-04-0323 min

The group goes to see Icy Tail's first-ever concert. Before performing, Michiru's bandmates reveal a startling secret.