The latest episode of GGWP.: Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games delivered another round of intense fighting game action and emotional character moments. Episode 10, titled “That’s What I Thought” (そう思ったんだ), aired on September 8, 2026. The episode showed Mio Yorue in a high-stakes match while Aya Mitsuki watched from the sidelines, unsure how to handle her feelings.
Mio Takes on a Tough Opponent
After finishing her own match, Aya went to find Mio. She discovered Mio in the middle of a battle against a player known as Kafuoni Akuryo. The opponent had already won the first set but kept fighting with skill. However, Mio’s abilities proved too much to handle.
The match reached a turning point when Mio executed a perfect Shoryuken (Dragon Punch) that landed cleanly. The move secured her victory and showed once again why she is such a dangerous player. Fans online praised the animation quality during this sequence, with one viewer noting that “the game footage and animation combination was incredible”.
Aya Struggles With Her Emotions
Watching Mio celebrate her win left Aya confused about how to act around her. The victory had Mio riding high on confidence, but Aya could not figure out the right way to respond. This moment highlighted the growing tension between the two characters.
Viewers picked up on the romantic undertones. One fan commented that “Aya was completely stunned by Mio’s overwhelming strength, she’s totally in love at this point”. Another viewer wrote that “Aya, you’re blushing again” and noted the meaningful lily flower close-up during their interaction.
Arisa’s Painful Past Revealed
The episode also explored the backstory of Arisa Fujimiya. She once had a close friend named Miyuki who shared her love for fighting games. Arisa had won a Street Fighter 5 tournament and dreamed of becoming a professional player.
The two friends grew closer through playing Street Fighter 5. But Arisa studied strategy wikis and watched pro player streams, which helped her improve at an unusual speed for a beginner. When she beat Miyuki badly, Miyuki misunderstood and thought Arisa had been pretending to be weak while looking down on her. The friendship ended over this misunderstanding.
Fans reacted strongly to this storyline. One viewer described it as “painful” and said “having your idol torn down by your own hands, then hating you for it, that really hurts”. The episode showed Arisa dealing with the emotional weight of losing a friend because of her gaming skill.
Fighting Game Action Draws Mixed Reactions
The fighting game scenes continued to be a major talking point. One viewer noted that “Mio keeps playing with that unconscious style, not saying anything but acting like a pro, and she actually pulls it off”. Another fan pointed out how the show captures real fighting game community dynamics, saying “the peanut gallery analyzing moves and making it sound like something from a battle shonen really gets me”.
Arisa faced her own struggles in the episode. She easily beat one opponent but got destroyed by a professional Zangief player. The show’s use of Street Fighter references continues to connect with fans who recognize the game’s real-world competitive scene.
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What Happened in the Episode
The episode ran for 23 minutes and 50 seconds. It was the tenth of twelve total episodes scheduled for the season. The series airs on Crunchyroll with new episodes releasing on Tuesdays at 4:30 a.m. PT / 7:30 a.m. ET.
The production team included director Shota Ihata and series composition by Wataru Watari. Character designs came from Mayuko Matsumoto. The animation studio Diomedéa handled production.
Voice cast members for the episode included Ikumi Hasegawa as Aya Mitsuki, Kana Ichinose as Mio Yorue, Sayaka Senbongi as Yu Inui, Shizuka Shitaya as Tamaki Ichinose, and Maria Naganawa as Arisa Fujimiya.
Fan discussions highlighted the episode’s blend of fighting game action and character development. One viewer described it as “Wataru Watari’s comfort zone, it really has that Oregairu feel to it”. Another fan noted that “this show has every possible yuri element, and the effect is strong”.
The episode ended with Aya still processing what she witnessed. Her journey of self-discovery continues as she navigates her feelings for Mio while trying to improve her own fighting game skills. The show has built a dedicated following by mixing competitive gaming with genuine emotional moments.
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