I'll start off this review by simply stating that D-Frag is probably the funniest anime I've seen in quite a while. In many ways, the sole enjoyment and charm of this series is derived from its comedic antics, hilarious character portrayals and situations. I'd most liken it to Baka and Test's younger sibling because of it's smaller scope and greater focus on running jokes and mindless entertainment.
So with some brief inklings as to what type of experience you're in for as a viewer to this series, what's it actually about?
Kenji Kazama is a young delinquent at his high school and has a known reputation for being tough, calloused and intimidating, whether in fights, or everyday conversations. Most people would sooner stay away from him than try to be his friend. The comedy and insanity insinuates when a group of girls with some VERY interesting and colorful personalities forcibly recruits him to the school's lackluster and widely disregarded "Game Creation Club." The namesake tenant of the club however is fairly disregarded, and more often than not, the group isn't making games! The various personalities and social differences within all these different characters make for a truly fantastic social experiment, but also some GOLDEN humor! Whether it be the shy, eccentric and slightly dis-associative club president Roka Shibasaki, or the dense, proud and borderline Tsundere personality of Takao (her nickname being "boobs" due to her large bust size! :P). There is a character for everyone in this series!
While the characters all have their varying personalities, conflicts and insecurities within the context of their daily lives and in the Game Creation Club, they retain their likability. This is a HUGE praise I have for this series. While the show doesn't go into too much detail as far as character development is concerned, it is clear that real, genuine friendships develop between the characters, and they work together well despite of their conflicts and differences. The most humorous interactions, and ultimately the ones that account for much of the shows plot development, are those involving our main male protagonist Kenji. Always reluctant and subject to the will of the crazy girls all around him, he's that character who'll just yell about everything and make things tons of fun for us audience members! Being recognized for more than his typical delinquent identity however, he grows to truly love being in the club despite the nature of his antics throughout the show. ;)
In a lot of ways, as far as plot and character development is concerned, this series is most nearly episodic in its presentation. Smaller plots can underlie certain small groups of episodes without bludgeoning us with overwhelming twists and tensions. D-Frag is a FUN watch with an ending that best suits it in terms of its simplicity and scope.
In conclusion, D-Frag is without a doubt one of the funniest anime I've ever seen, (top 5). And it's an essential watch for fans of great comedy!
Overall-9