Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
★ 6.8·2015·2 seasons · 23 episodes·Series
AnimationComedy
Synopsis
Tomoya Aki is an otaku who has a dream. His dream is to create the best visual novel game ever. The main heroine for this game and the inspiration for this dream is a background character named Megumi Kato who somehow stumbles into main character-esque traits in his eyes. To complete the game in time he has to call upon the aid of his anime loving professional friends who aren't so keen on the choice of his main heroine.
Episodes
1
An Error-Ridden PrologueA 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.23m2
A Girlfriend Without a Raised FlagTomoya 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!23m3
Retake the ClimaxTomoya 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.23m4
Budget, Deadline and New DevelopmentTomoya sets up a meeting with his recruits to discuss the game. After seeing Megumi with a boy, he can't help but feel jealous!23m5
The Date Event of Crossing PathsUtaha 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.23m6
Deciding the Night for TwoTomoya 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…23m7
Friend, Foe or a New CharacterWhile Tomoya is preparing for the Summer Comiket, two familiar faces from his past show up. Will this affect his game and all the preparations?23m8
A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection ModeMegumi makes a concerted effort to understand dating sims. Later, Megumi and Tomoya assist Izumi during Summer Comiket.23m9
One-on-one Route After 8 YearsAfter 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.23m10
A Melody of Reminiscing and SupportAfter 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?23m11
Ready to Start Resolving the SubplotsTomoya continues his attempts to recruit Michiru to his cause. Her critical words, however, cause Tomoya to question the dedication of his circle's members.23m12
The Ups and Downs at the End of Each DayThe group goes to see Icy Tail's first-ever concert. Before performing, Michiru's bandmates reveal a startling secret.23m
An Error-Ridden PrologueA 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.23m2A Girlfriend Without a Raised FlagTomoya 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!23m3Retake the ClimaxTomoya 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.23m4Budget, Deadline and New DevelopmentTomoya sets up a meeting with his recruits to discuss the game. After seeing Megumi with a boy, he can't help but feel jealous!23m5The Date Event of Crossing PathsUtaha 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.23m6Deciding the Night for TwoTomoya 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…23m7Friend, Foe or a New CharacterWhile Tomoya is preparing for the Summer Comiket, two familiar faces from his past show up. Will this affect his game and all the preparations?23m8A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection ModeMegumi makes a concerted effort to understand dating sims. Later, Megumi and Tomoya assist Izumi during Summer Comiket.23m9One-on-one Route After 8 YearsAfter 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.23m10A Melody of Reminiscing and SupportAfter 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?23m11Ready to Start Resolving the SubplotsTomoya continues his attempts to recruit Michiru to his cause. Her critical words, however, cause Tomoya to question the dedication of his circle's members.23m12The Ups and Downs at the End of Each DayThe group goes to see Icy Tail's first-ever concert. Before performing, Michiru's bandmates reveal a startling secret.23mCast
