
Choisi par le destin, Rejeté par l'Alpha
- Genre: Fantasy
- Author: Deni_Chance
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- Status: Ongoing
- Rating(4.3 / 5.0) ★
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The main theme of Living Game would likely revolve around making decisions in life, hence the name Living Game. It primarily focuses on living spaces (the characters move multiple times throughout the series) and the futures of the protagonists. The most prominent theme I noticed is the idea of moving forward in life. Reading this manga felt like catching up with old friends, in my view.
There is just one downside: the ending was rather lackluster. It simply concludes the story where it is, without any major events occurring. It's not necessarily bad, but it left me with that "wait, it's over?" kind of reaction, as if there should be a sequel, but there isn't.
Overall, a fantastic manga that genuinely embodies the "slice of life" genre, and it's a great read.
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Alright, with all the positive reviews you'd expect this to be a decent and charming 90's romance manga, right? Wrong.
In fact, this is probably the worst romance manga I've ever read.
Side Characters (3): Extremely dull. Three of them have almost no presence whatsoever (Nanba—the sunglasses lady, the boss, and the older office worker guy). There's literally only one side character worth liking here, and that's the stubborn old man who refuses to move out of his house.
Art (6): Generic 90's manga art style—nothing to hate, but nothing to love either.
Main Character (3): Absolutely detestable. He has no redeeming qualities aside from harboring lustful thoughts for a 16-year-old and occasionally considering taking advantage of her while she's asleep.
Love Rivals/Love Interests: This is the main reason I stopped reading. The main love interest seems to fall for the protagonist out of nowhere—no catalyst, no logic. Tokiko, who initially appears to be both a rival and a potential love interest, can't seem to decide whether to leave her husband or pursue the protagonist again at the start. This plot point is quickly abandoned when she moves into the protagonist's house along with her husband and starts having sex with her husband right under the protagonist's nose. Tokiko leaves multiple times but always goes back to her abusive husband, even though he hits her. Later, the story attempts to develop her husband as a more complex character by focusing on his ambitions, which only adds to the frustration.
Comedy (4): Either I have the sense of humor of a brick or something, but I didn't find anything funny here.
In short, go read *Maison Ikkoku* instead. This is an absolute piece of garbage, especially since *Maison Ikkoku* came out earlier and does everything better. This manga isn't just bad—it's infuriatingly so.
<p>Story: The narrative of Living Game truly caught me off guard. As I enjoyed the elements and chuckled along, a deeply authentic story subtly developed and intertwined with my reading experience. Everything introduced felt well-paced and natural, even the surprising twists. The characters behave exactly as one would expect real people to in their situations, lending the story a genuine feel.
<p>Art: Admittedly, it's not the most visually stunning manga, but it serves its purpose effectively. The character designs are straightforward, yet facial expressions convey emotions remarkably well. The art aligns perfectly with the story's mood, and nothing detracted or disrupted my immersion.
<p>Characters: This is where Living Game shines brightest. Raizo Fuwa is an engaging protagonist, simply navigating the currents of life. Izumi Hiyama is a delightful bundle of energy, her reactions to her new circumstances are endearing. When the story turns serious, we witness our leads exhibit raw, sincere emotions believably. Living Game excels in delivering these emotional beats, and I found myself both cheering and shedding tears alongside them.
<p>The supporting cast is equally entertaining. There are too many characters to list individually, but rest assured, each has unique quirks and charm that enhance the story. None are mere filler; they all contribute meaningfully to the narrative at some point.
<p>Enjoyment: Whether it was watching the characters comically stumble during absurd moments (this gag never grew old for me, perhaps there's something peculiar about me...), or observing the emotional growth between Fuwa and Izumi, I consistently had a great time. I burst into laughter multiple times, flipped pages eagerly with anticipation, and even yelled at the pages. This manga takes you on a rollercoaster of highs and lows, encompassing every emotion in between, while remaining a believable and mature tale.
<p>If you have any interest in romance or drama, I highly recommend this manga. Living Game masterfully balances its comedic and slice-of-life elements, but at its core, it is a love story. It possesses undeniable charm and ranks as my favorite in the romance genre. I wholeheartedly endorse Living Game.
Overall, the plot and characters in this manga are well-crafted, and the recurring themes make it enjoyable to read as they help readers understand the reasoning behind the leading couple's decisions. While the plot isn't particularly profound, it is executed with care and sincerity.
Being an older manga, the art style may feel dated to some, but I found it pleasing. Most importantly, the panel pacing is easy to follow, ensuring the story flows smoothly. At times, I appreciated the focus on a plausible romance narrative, a quality that seems rare in modern stories often bogged down by tropes.
In summary, "Living Game" is a fantastic manga from the last century, with its greatest strength being its ability to make readers understand and empathize with the motives of its characters.
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0.2 off for the sometimes intense tsundere (and omitted chapters*), but the tsundere is still SO endearing even when its not my personal favorite. PLEASE let this continue on, its just so good. I personally had a slow start with falling in love with Lian since this kind of novel can really go any direction with the MC, but it just got so good! Just such a worthwhile and endearing character and then Al... Well.. just read it. You will not regret it!
*The occasional omitted chapters were irritating, especially considering they seem to always happen during 'character development' plot points. But it will be okay
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