GAMERS! (2017)
A chaotic romantic comedy anime where a gaming loner's quiet life explodes into a whirlwind of misunderstandings, crushes, and game-obsessed high schoolers.
GAMERS! - Series Information
- Original Title: ゲーマーズ！
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2017
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (24 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 13, 2017 (United States - TV-14), July 13, 2017 (Canada - 14+), July 13, 2017 (United Kingdom - 12), July 13, 2017 (France - 12), July 13, 2017 (Australia - M), July 13, 2017 (Brazil - 14), July 13, 2017 (Mexico - B-15), July 13, 2017 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: AT-X
- Alternative Titles: Gamers! (UA), 电玩咖 (CN)
- Production Companies: PINE JAM
- Production Countries: Japan
GAMERS! - Plot
Keita Amano is a perfectly mediocre loner with no particular distinguishing features other than his love for games. One day, his school's prettiest girl and Gamer Club President Karen Tendo suddenly calls out to him. That moment changes Keita's life forever, as he now finds himself in the midst of a romcom with beautiful girl gamers... or, well, that's how it usually goes. Not with him, however.
GAMERS! - Trailer
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GAMERS! - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Megumi Han
- Hisako Kanemoto
- Rumi Okubo
- Toshiyuki Toyonaga
- Manaka Iwami
- Natsuki Hanae
- Yuuki Kuwahara
- Haruki Ishiya
- Yasuaki Takumi
- Yuna Yoshino
GAMERS! - FAQs
Is GAMERS! based on a light novel or manga?
GAMERS! is adapted from a light novel series written by Sekina Aoi, with illustrations by Saboten. The novels were published under the Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko label starting in 2015. The anime adaptation by PINE JAM covers the early volumes, capturing the series' signature misunderstanding-driven romantic comedy chaos.
What makes GAMERS! different from other romcom anime?
GAMERS! thrives on an ever-escalating web of misunderstandings that would make even the most patient viewer laugh in disbelief. Rather than a straightforward will-they-won't-they setup, nearly every character misreads every situation, creating a comedic chain reaction of romantic confusion that sets it apart from more conventional school romcoms.
Where can you stream GAMERS! online?
GAMERS! is available to stream on Crunchyroll and through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. If you prefer to own the series, episodes can be purchased on the Apple TV Store. Availability may vary depending on your region.
Who voices the main characters in GAMERS!?
The main cast features Megumi Han as protagonist Keita Amano and Hisako Kanemoto as the popular Karen Tendo. Manaka Iwami voices the game-obsessed Chiaki Hoshinomori, while Toshiyuki Toyonaga plays the cool Tasuku Uehara. Rumi Okubo rounds out the core group as the energetic Aguri.
Is GAMERS! worth watching for non-gamers?
Absolutely. While gaming culture is the backdrop, the real draw is the relentlessly funny romantic misunderstanding comedy. You don't need to know anything about video games to enjoy the chaotic love polygon at the heart of the show. Fans of slice-of-life romcoms will find plenty to love across its 12 episodes.
How many episodes does GAMERS! have?
GAMERS! ran for a single season of 12 episodes, airing from July to September 2017. Each episode runs approximately 24 minutes. The series concluded its broadcast run without a second season announcement, making it a compact but complete viewing experience based on the early light novel volumes.
What anime are similar to GAMERS!?
If you enjoyed GAMERS!, try Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki for another gaming-meets-romance story, or My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU for sharp social commentary wrapped in school romcom. Aharen-san wa Hakarenai and Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie also deliver charming, low-stakes romantic comedy energy in a similar vein.
Who composed the music for GAMERS!?
The score for GAMERS! was composed by Yoshiaki Dewa, who crafted music that complements the series' lighthearted, comedic tone. The soundtrack supports the show's rapid-fire misunderstanding sequences and romantic moments, helping to maintain the energetic pace that defines the anime's distinctive comedic rhythm throughout its single season.
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