Akira Oono takes on the talented gamer, Haruo Yaguchi, to dethrone him from his self-proclaimed Arcade King title
High Score Girl Series
This series plunges into the nostalgic world of 90s arcades and romance. Follow the journey of a passionate, yet not particularly skilled, young gamer who finds an unexpected rival and potential love interest in a quiet classmate who consistently outplays him. The story masterfully blends engaging gameplay sequences with explorations of adolescence and the complexities of relationships. Fans of retro gaming and heartfelt narratives will savor this unique blend.
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Hi Score Girl, Rensuke Oshikiri's love letter to arcade gaming, finally comes to print! Read the manga that inspired the Netflix Original anime series!The year is 1994, and 3-D is about to change the world of fighting games. And in an arcade on the outskirts of town, where the competitive spirits of men collide, a certain girl once again descends ... Akira Oono is a fierce gamer, but will her latest challenger throw her for a loop?! It looks like she has a new rival ... for Haruo's attention?! When a snowstorm makes it impossible for his classmate Koharu to get home, Haruo invites her for a round of Street Fighter instead! Does this mark the beginning of a love triangle?!
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The year is 1995, and the use of 3-D continues to change the landscape of fighting games. And in an arcade on the outskirts of town, where the haunting, ugly, and sometimes beautiful pride of men gathers, she continues to wait ... Her name is Akira Oono, and she's the talk of the class! Akira's presence has Koharu, now eager to play more fighting games with Haruo, in a tizzy! She knows something's up between Haruo and Akira, but what does their relationship mean for Koharu's feelings for Haruo?!
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"The year is 1995, and the tried-and-true world of fighting games is at a turning point, its path veering away from the arcades it once called home. And in just such an establishment on the outskirts of town, home to filthy men and a select few women, a certain girl wrestles with her feelings ..."--Cover
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The year is 1995, and 3D has hit its peak in the world of good old fighting games, as everyone and their mother tries to capitalize on the trend. And in an arcade on the outskirts of town, where crane games and sticker booths are taking over, one girl gazes off into the distance..