Rakuro Hizutome is a second-year high school student with a unique hobby—he loves playing terrible video games. Instead of enjoying high-quality games, he seeks out poorly designed ones, mastering their flaws and conquering their unfair mechanics. For him, the challenge of beating “trash games” is more exciting than playing a well-balanced one. However, his gaming experience takes a turn when he decides to try something different: a highly praised virtual reality game called Shangri-La Frontier (SLF).
Instead of carefully going through the game’s introduction, Rakuro—now using the in-game name Sunraku—does what he always does. He skips the prologue, ignores tutorials, and goes straight into the action. Unlike the broken mechanics of the games he usually plays, SLF is a well-designed world filled with deep lore, dangerous creatures, and countless opportunities. But that doesn’t stop Sunraku from applying his usual strategies. Clad only in shorts and a bird mask, he begins his journey in this massive virtual world.
At first, things seem to be going well. Sunraku quickly defeats a goblin, a bunny, and even a python, using his quick reflexes and gaming knowledge. His experience with frustratingly difficult games gives him an advantage—he understands how to exploit mechanics and adapt to unexpected situations. However, SLF is not like the broken games he is used to. He soon encounters Lycagon the Nightslayer, a massive and powerful wolf that is far beyond anything he has faced so far.

Shangri-La Frontier ~ Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su~ Plot
Lycagon is fast, strong, and relentless, testing Sunraku’s skills in ways he never imagined. Unlike trash games, where enemies often follow predictable patterns, Lycagon fights with intelligence and strategy. Sunraku quickly realizes that brute force and simple tricks won’t be enough to win. The battle is intense, pushing him to his limits. But for someone like Sunraku, losing is just another step toward victory. Every defeat is a lesson, and every challenge only fuels his determination.
As Sunraku struggles against Lycagon, an old rival from his past emerges, bringing even more tension to the world of SLF. What begins as a simple challenge soon turns into something much bigger, as his actions start to influence the entire game. With his unique skills and relentless determination, Sunraku is about to change the future of Shangri-La Frontier—whether he realizes it or not.

What is the release date for Shangri-La Frontier ~ Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su~ Chapter 212?
Shangri-La Frontier ~ Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su~ Chapter 212 will come out on February 26, 2025, for the following regions.
- Pacific Daylight Time [West Coast]: 8:00 AM PDT (February 26, 2025)
- Central Daylight Time [Central American and Canada]: 10:00 AM CDT (February 26, 2025)
- Eastern Daylight Time [East Coast]: 11:00 AM EDT (February 26, 2025)
- Greenwich Mediterranean Time [Britain]: 3:00 PM BST (February 26, 2025)
- Philippines Standard Time [Philippines]: 11:00 PM PST (February 26, 2025)
It will be available to read on February 27, 2025, for these regions.
- Korean Standard Time [Korea]: Midnight KST (February 27, 2025)
- Japanese Standard Time [Korea]: Midnight JST (February 27, 2025)
- Australia Eastern Daylight Time [Australia]: 02:00 AM AEDT (February 27, 2025)
Where to read Shangri-La Frontier ~ Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su~ Chapter 212?
Shangri-La Frontier ~ Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su~ Chapter 212 will be available to read on Pocket.