Otakus Somehow Have Taken Over The World?! is a wild and hilarious twist on the isekai genre that leans into otaku culture, absurdity, and self‑aware humor from the first chapter. It begins with Allen and Monica, two devoted anime fans whose intense debates and over‑the‑top fandom antics catch the eye of a bored deity — who then summons them to a fantasy world just to see what happens.
The first chapter (Nadeshiko‑chan Project) perfectly sets the tone: instead of polished heroes with cheat skills, you get protagonists whose biggest strengths are sarcasm, fandom knowledge, and cosplay costumes — including a painfully itchy bunny suit they desperately want to escape. Their interpersonal dynamic — especially the blend of rivalry, affection, and mutual otaku chaos — gives the story a lively, character‑driven feel that’s both humorous and oddly charming.
What makes this novel stand out is how it embraces the ridiculous: everyday debates about waifus and cosplay become defining elements of these characters’ identities, even as they’re thrust into a world of magic, monsters, and unpredictable quests. Instead of traditional fantasy tropes, you’re treated to comedic banter, anime‑style misunderstandings, and character humor that never takes itself too seriously.
📌 Overall:
Otakus Somehow Have Taken Over The World?! is great for readers who love comedy‑heavy isekai with meta humor and quirky character chemistry. It takes the familiar fantasy setup and turns it into something uniquely off‑beat and entertaining — a story where fandom energy might just be the strongest magic of all.