I, Who Was Dismissed as Worthless Failure by my Family and Fiancée, Discovered I had Reincarnated as a Game Character I Raised with Great Care and Vowed to Take Control of my Life and Defy Anyone who Opposes Me.

My Thoughts on I, Who Was Dismissed as Worthless Failure by my Family and Fiancée, Discovered I had Reincarnated as a Game Character I Raised with Great Care and Vowed to Take Control of my Life and Defy Anyone who Opposes Me.

Alright, let's dive into this title – and what a title it is! I went into this web novel with an open mind, ready for some potentially over-the-top action and wish fulfillment. I've read plenty of reincarnation stories, and sometimes you just need a bit of escapism, right? Unfortunately, my experience was a bit of a mixed bag.

First Impressions

My first impression was, admittedly, a little jarring. The initial chapters are incredibly short. It felt like I was spending more time clicking to the next page than actually reading. This made it difficult to get invested in the story or the characters.

What Works Well

Honestly, finding positives was a bit of a challenge. If I had to point to something, it would be the initial premise. The idea of reincarnating as a character you meticulously crafted in a game does have potential. The translation quality is also good, it reads smoothly, and I didn't notice any glaring errors.

Areas of Concern

Unfortunately, that's where the positives end. The characters are incredibly one-dimensional. The protagonist's family and fiancée are cartoonishly evil, lacking any nuance or believable motivation. It's hard to take them seriously as antagonists. The MC's transformation from bullied weakling to confident powerhouse felt rushed and unearned. There's little to no character development, which makes it difficult to root for him.

The story also suffers from pacing issues. Events feel forced and rushed, and the plot often relies on convenient coincidences. The introduction of a masochistic, stalker-ish elf character also raised some red flags for me. Her character felt poorly developed, and her interactions with the MC were often uncomfortable and borderline problematic. Finally, the MC's actions often mirror those of the people he despises, making him difficult to sympathize with.

Final Verdict

Overall, I, Who Was Dismissed as Worthless Failure by my Family and Fiancée, Discovered I had Reincarnated as a Game Character I Raised with Great Care and Vowed to Take Control of my Life and Defy Anyone who Opposes Me falls short of its potential. While the premise is intriguing, the execution suffers from shallow characters, rushed pacing, and questionable plot decisions. I can't recommend this one unless you're looking for some mindless wish fulfillment and are willing to overlook its many flaws.