Guide on How to Fail at Online Dating

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The cousin that Jing Huan has been closest to since he was a child was labelled as “the other woman” in a certain popular online game: only after devoting herself did she know that the other party was a jerk with a girlfriend.

After several days of being bullied online by people in the game, his cousin went abroad in a fit of anger and sorrow.

Jing Huan couldn’t take this lying down; he decided to take revenge for his cousin using the same method as that guy – buy a character in game and kill that slag guy thousands of times online.

With his strength and skill as the Great God when the game was first launched, wouldn’t he be able to kill that guy and force him to quit the server in minutes?!

He went online, eager to fight, but made a discovery after conducting a round of investigations — this slag guy was the number one DPS server-wide, number one on the expert ranking list, number one on the wealth ranking list, number one on the popularity ranking list, and number one on the fame ranking list.

Conclusion: Can’t screw him over.

Jing Huan felt despondent. He was just about to give up when he personally witnessed his dormmate’s online relationship end right after meeting each other in real life. The other party had sent fake photos and changed their voice, and had even cheated him of his money, triggering his dormmate so much that he was almost admitted to a hospital.

Jing Huan felt enlightened as a sudden realisation dawned on him. After comforting his roommate, he moved the high-priced voice changer back to his rented house overnight.

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GHFOD
How to… เดตออนไลน์ยังไงให้พัง
Hướng dẫn cách lật xe khi yêu qua mạng
Võng Luyến Lật Xe Chỉ Nam
Wǎngliàn fānchē zhǐnán
網戀翻車指南
网恋翻车指南
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petalfy
petalfy rated it
July 8, 2021
Status: Completed
Absolutely my favorite gaming-related novels. So fluffy and adorable. Full of misunderstandings and hilarity. I was more of a fan of the real life scenes rather than the gaming scenes, sometimes I have a hard time resonating with gaming concepts because I'm not much of a gamer myself. Either way, I enjoyed every minute of this novel. Honestly a top-tier danmei, one of my all-time favorites in general.
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PotatoCakes
PotatoCakes rated it
May 3, 2021
Status: Completed
After reading the novel, I had to double take every 10 chapters to make sure I haven't read it before. The plot is the exact same as "waiting for you online" and some other MMO based BL webtoons I've read before. It's so unoriginal that I got déjà vu at least once per chapter. On the other hand, it's probably the best executed out of the ones I did read. The MC is far more likeable and the side cast of characters gives the story additional charm.

If you're looking for... more>> some fluff to fill the time, this is as good of a novel as any other. Good translation work is another plus here. <<less
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XianYiXi
XianYiXi rated it
April 10, 2021
Status: Completed
Rating: 5/5 (Re-Read it again and I f*cking love it)

This was actually very enjoyable. The second-hand embarrassment..... with comedy.... I was smiling and laughing in every chapter.

Really enjoy the dog food. I love how this time it was actually Shou pursuing Gong.... that too both time, unlike most other bl where it's Gong pursuing Shou. It was kinda refreshing and sweet.

Usually I don't re-read novel (coz have a long list of novels to read) but I still read this because I miss it so much. It's hard to find... more>> another novel with similar story like this, that excite me as much as this one (I did find 1 or 2 good one, but no more). So back here again for out catfish romance.

Thanks to the translator for translating this story ❤️ <<less
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CaptainxCres
CaptainxCres rated it
March 10, 2021
Status: c71
it's a so-so novel with great translation team. I think it's passable but it's really not my cup of tea. Too bad.

the story focus on Jing Huan, a colleague student, who want to scam the scum who broke his sister's heart. While in the process of wooing Yerning For, in game. He also get to know handsome senior in real life. And the fate just play its trick to bend 2 single good looking men to get together :)

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I hate how their relationship begin with LIE with no sincerity at all. Like how ML first fall for MC because he think MC is sincere with what he said in the game and we all know MC is not. ML cuaght who MC is in real life real quick so I thought we will get ton of loveydovey but each time MC inner feeling just kill all the mood. He said one thing and actually mean nothing. I feel so bad for ML who try to understand MC.

and I also don't think MC took anything seriously. He seems to think he good at gaming he even once a best player with big guild (?) but sometime he look like he doesn't know what's going on in the game (?) he want to scam ML money but when ML threw things at him he didn't take it (?)

and to think MC didn't play game for years but still play it better than his friends who never leave the game :) why is that (?)

and where is the comedy people talking about I think I missed every punch line (?)

but it's fluffy enough though if you can forget how MC actually didn't mean anything in those fluffy moment :)

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giedsenpai
giedsenpai
November 14, 2020
Status: Completed
I love it. I enjoyed it. I have finished reading it after 2 nights and I freakin enjoyed this. I f you feel down and depressed and wanted to read something fluff and light this one is recommended. <3
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thisaintmei
thisaintmei rated it
November 9, 2020
Status: Completed
This was so good. The MC and ML are so sweet and it was funny how they MC was trying so hard to be cute and ML was just eating it all up XD. The pacing is great and plot is 10/10. One of the best bl gaming novels ever.
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IvaAres
IvaAres
October 21, 2020
Status: Completed
This was a pretty mediocre read. The plot was all sweet and fluffy. There weren't any heartbreaking scenes or moments and even when the ML found out the truth about why the MC approached him their wasn't really much drama and it was resolved pretty fast.

This was a satisfying read about how the MC wins over the MLs love. Satisfying but boring by the time I was half way done. This is actually the first gaming novel I've started and finished so I don't think it was all that bad.... more>> I might just start reading more gaming novels now.

Well, the lack of drama made me like and not like this novel at the same time. <<less
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crownprince
crownprince rated it
October 17, 2020
Status: c1
It's super adorable. Would love to see a manhua/manhwa/manga version... or even anime or just audio drama!!!
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SayMrrp
SayMrrp rated it
October 4, 2020
Status: Completed
I really like the MC and ML! Their interactions are amusing. I especially like the MC's personality. He's strong, but the way he's portrayed is quite silly... adorable.

I wouldn't say this is top-tier, but this is definitely a quality novel in the BL+gaming type of novels! I feel like the MC carries the novel though. :P

It was fun to read, despite it not being anything unpredictable. I laughed at a lot of moments. The story really delivers what it promised in the summary.
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puppenkern
puppenkern rated it
September 24, 2020
Status: Completed
This is the best gaming fiction that you could ever ask for. I am overwhelmed with happiness and joy. I love all the characters both protagonists and their friends (in-game & off-game).

The story was very entertaining and humorous. Every chapters filled with excitement yet sweet feelings as if I was in the cloud and over the rainbow.
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alychelms
alychelms rated it
September 19, 2020
Status: Completed
MC and ML Characterization: 5/5
Supporting Cast: 5/5
Plot and Pacing: 5/5
Setting/Concept Execution: 5/5
Translation: 5/5

Notes: This one was a lot of fun -- great characterization for the MC and ML which led to enjoyable and often hilarious interactions between them. All the characters felt nuanced and grounded in their motivations and emotions, which really helped make the layers of mistaken identity shenanigans feel meaningful rather than farcical. The MMO elements were fun and very well integrated into the plot to move the story along. The excellent writing and translation work ensured that I never struggled to connect to the story and was never thrown out of it because of shaky or incomprehensible prose.
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Spaciry
Spaciry rated it
August 24, 2020
Status: Completed
I was a little tired of emotionally charged stories when I found this novel, so for me it was like finding a gold mine. It's a light and super funny story !!! I laughed a lot and felt on my spine every time the MC was embarrassed, it was a great reading that I didn't expect to be so good !!!

There were few little moments of anguish, but even they didn't taste so bitter, something that I particularly loved. I loved the MC and his crazy way of thinking, having... more>> so much fun that I was a little sad to be done, I wanted to know more about what happened in their future, but since we don't have it, I'm just wondering :P

Anyway, it's a great fun story to let go, I highly recommend it to anyone who likes stories like that, little drama and lots of laughs !!! <<less
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theunknownpersonlmao
theunknownpersonlmao rated it
August 18, 2020
Status: --
The second hand embarrassment is so damn real man ✋ I fell from the bed while screaming when I was reading this. I was expecting much more angst, since usually novels with easy-going and funny MC will have have tear jerking moments, but there are only a few chapters that are a bit angst-y. For someone that loves fluff, stress-free and want some laughs along the way, this is great ?‍♂️

However, I'm not a gamer. So it was kinda hard to imagine what's actually happening. There aren't illustrations of the... more>> characters as well so it makes it even harder to imagine ? But overall really great novel, had some good laughs, and loving the ML and the MC! The parts when the ML being possessive are *chef's kiss* <<less
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EternalMoonlight
EternalMoonlight rated it
August 6, 2020
Status: Completed
5 stars.

Honestly, I was actually hoping for a little more angst
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on the chapters where ML misunderstood MC

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because, why not? I recognized this one because of an Ao3 workh? About the legendary CP WANGXIAN. I was like, "Oh? This seems familiar" then "Oooohhh!! The fanfic was based on this! Awesome!!"

No regrets, you'll love this novel, you'll love the characters too.
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Changingchangie
Changingchangie rated it
July 3, 2020
Status: c119
I actually liked this plot. It made me laugh on how shamless the MC can be when he's trying to "seduce" the ML.

Another plus in this story is that you could see the development of the couple. It was fun to read what the MC was really thinking and what he feels, this also applies to our ML who is actually a nice guy and a doting seme.

If you're looking for a light-hearted novel you can read this, no need to think too deeply just enjoy reading this while relaxing.... more>> Hmhmhmhmhmhm. <<less
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Zjy
Zjy rated it
July 3, 2020
Status: Completed
This is my favorite comedy danmei! It's so incredibly funny. The MC is just SO shameless and tries so hard to be an ideal e-girl LMAO ? The ML is such a sweetheart and, good lord, just SO confused bwahahaha ?

Since this is a gamer story, it does help to be a bit familiar with online gaming. But not required as the author or the translator explains the gaming elements so it's not hard to pick up.

My one minor complaint is: did the MC and ML really also need... more>> to be amazingly handsome basketball players? I think it would have been fine if they were just normal college students too...

I binged this novel in 2 days because I just couldn't put it down. 11/10 highly recommended! <<less
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Froliczxc
Froliczxc rated it
June 26, 2020
Status: Completed
As a sucker for romance between two guys who started off not liking each other, this is an absolute gem.

A very light-hearted story, beginning with a revenge plot against a jackass who scammed girls online, but turns out to be a misunderstanding. Please do not worry, the male lead is not actually an a**hole, in fact, he's stoic and difficult to befriend in-game due to an unhappy online incident. The story accompanies the main character in trying to attract the attention of the ice-cold male lead and the two clash... more>> in personalities which ended up in sparks of romance is immensely pleasurable to the eyes.

Along the way, many comedic events ensue and I admit that a lot of them had gotten a good laugh out of me (although I'm particularly good at keeping a straight face).

If you're one for a story that starts and ends with you in a shit-eating grin, you're in for a treat with <Guide on how to fail at online dating>.

If you've enjoyed this story and wish to see something similar, I highly recommend <How to say "I love you"> by Feng Liu Shu Dai. <<less
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blueberry7
blueberry7 rated it
June 23, 2020
Status: Completed
Guide on How to Fail at Online Dating, or as I like to call it Huanhuan Stop Digging Pits for Yourself Challenge

I adore this novel, it's an all-time favorite of mine. If you want to read something with a cute romance and that will have you laughing throughout the whole book, then look no further.

(Note: No spoilers in review, just marked as such to make it easier to read/navigate.)

Characters:

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Jing Huan (aka Xiao Tianjing) is a fantastic MC. He's got charm, he's funny, he's cool (in real life) (and completely shameless online)... And he's also his own worst enemy. Here's one from his greatest hits:

"No matter how many times you threaten me! No matter how many times you hunt me down! My love for Xiang Gege! Will never change!!!"

Xiang Huaizhi (aka Yearning For) is the ML – I won't say too much about him as to not spoil the story, but he's a perfect match for our MC. Many times you'll think you know where his train of thought is going, but then he'll completely blindside you by thinking or saying something that you didn't expect, and yet somehow completely makes sense.

As for the side characters, they were also amazing! Unlike in a lot of other Comedy/Romance novels, they didn't feel like cardboard cutouts meant to populate the story – they all had distinct personalities and I personally always looked forward to the way they'll react and contribute to the plot.

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Story:

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For the most part, the story's light and fluffy, with a few plot twists and some unexpected knives that strike you when you least expect it.

The plot is mainly pushed forward by the characters, who never let you get bored. You either have Jing Huan just constantly trying to fill the pits he's already dug by digging new ones, Xiang Huaizhi misunderstanding things and deciding to roll with them anyways, or the side cast coming in unexpectedly to throw in a wrench in whatever poor Huanhuan is planning...

A lot of common tropes are played in really refreshing ways too, which was very enjoyable to read.

Also, everyone else has already said this in their reviews, but I can't overstate how much this novel made me laugh.

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Translation:

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The translators did an amazing job! Everything has proper explanations, the style is clear and although this is finished now, I just have to add that the speed at which they posted new translated chapters was incredible.

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TL;DR Go read GHFOD! You won't regret it! <<less
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hejikkk
hejikkk rated it
June 6, 2020
Status: Completed
Personal rating: 4

Its really cute and funny. Many times throughout the novel I have gottten up from my chair and faceplanted on the ground due to second hand embaressment but it was still enjoyable nevertheless. Seriously though, the MC is so shameless haha. Would recommend ^^
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en_en
en_en rated it
April 29, 2020
Status: Completed
What a fun read! I binge read this in one shot.

The characters are interesting, setting is well done and the interaction between MC and ML is amazing!

If you agree looking for fluff and a heart warming read, definitely read this. The romance is a bit slow, but feels more organic this way. Of course has lot of gaming, but the gaming portions are also good fun.

Overall a must read if you like bl heartwarming novels.

Huge thanks to the translators for a fabulous job!
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