
High school student Rakurou Hizutome has a peculiar hobby of playing poorly made games—ones that are unbalanced or are filled with so many bugs that make them borderline unplayable. The few who share his hobby might recognize him by his in-game name, Sunraku. For his next game, Rakurou is recommended Shangri-La Frontier, a popular and well-received virtual reality game as a breather from the terrible games he has been playing recently. Once he boots up the game, Rakurou decides to sell off most...
Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su was released on Blu-ray and DVD in two volumes from March 27, 2024, to June 26, 2024.
A glitch‑hunter dons nothing but boxers and a bird mask, turning a polished VR world upside down.
Rakurou Hizutome, a high‑schooler notorious for hunting down the worst, glitch‑ridden titles, discovers a new frontier when a friend pushes him into the polished VR world of Shangri‑La Frontier. Dubbing himself Sunraku, he dives in with a reckless bargain: sell off most of his starter loot and strap on nothing but a pair of boxer shorts, a bird‑mask helmet, and a handful of rusty weapons. The gamble pays off as his unconventional loadout forces him to rely on raw skill, improvisation, and the deep‑seated instincts honed from years of surviving broken games. As Sunraku carves a path through towering beasts and labyrinthine dungeons, he quickly learns that mainstream titles hide their own brand of cruelty—tight mechanics, unforgiving bosses, and a relentless grind. Yet his penchant for exploiting loopholes and turning flaws into advantages turns the tide, making his oddball tactics a viral sensation within the game’s community. Each victory becomes a lesson in adaptation, each defeat a catalyst for inventive strategies. By the season’s end, Rakurou’s quirky approach not only reshapes his own destiny but also forces the very developers of Shangri‑La Frontier to reckon with a player who refuses to play by the rules.
A high schooler dives into a polished VRMMO after years of playing broken games, using his unconventional skills to tackle tough bosses and PvP. Expect energetic fantasy action, light fan service, and a focus on gaming strategy over dark themes.
Shangri-La Frontier has 25 episodes.
Shangri-La Frontier is currently finished airing.
Shangri-La Frontier was produced by C2C.
Shangri-La Frontier aired Oct 1, 2023 to Mar 31, 2024.
Shangri-La Frontier is based on a Manga.
A high schooler dives into a polished VRMMO after years of playing broken games, using his unconventional skills to tackle tough bosses and PvP. Expect energetic fantasy action, light fan service, and a focus on gaming strategy over dark themes.
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Hizutome, Rakurou
Main
CV: Uchida, Yuuma

Akitsu, Akane
Supporting
CV: Terasaki, Yuka

Allinoille
Supporting
CV: Tazawa, Masumi

Amachi, Ritsu
Supporting
CV: Nazuka, Kaori

Amane, Towa
Supporting
CV: Hikasa, Youko

Animalia
Supporting
CV: Senbongi, Sayaka

Aramis
Supporting
CV: Mineta, Hiromu

Aritomo
Supporting
CV: Sekine, Akira

Bibli Chief
Supporting

Bibli Member A
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Bibli Member B
Supporting

Bibli Member C
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Bibli Member D
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Bilac
Supporting
CV: Tomita, Miyu

Branch
Supporting
CV: Kousaka, Atsushi

Elke
Supporting
CV: Yasuno, Kiyono

Emul
Supporting
CV: Hidaka, Rina

Faeria
Supporting
CV: Han, Megumi

Green Hair Player
Supporting

Hakamori no Wethermon
Supporting
CV: Hayami, Show

Hizutome, Senji
Supporting
CV: Tone, Kentarou

Hizutome, Eika
Supporting
CV: Satou, Satomi

Hizutome, Rumi
Supporting
CV: Yuikawa, Asaki

Iwamaki, Mana
Supporting
CV: Shouji, Umeka
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