High Score Girl is a nostalgic anime series set in the 1990s, focusing on the life of Haruo Yaguchi, a gamer who finds solace in arcade games. The series explores his friendship and rivalry with Akira Oono, a classmate and fellow gamer, as they bond over their love for video games. The show is a delightful blend of comedy, romance, and gaming culture, capturing the essence of the arcade gaming era.