Last Game is a romance story about Kujou, a brilliant but socially awkward rich boy who has never lost at anything until he meets Mikado, a poor but fiercely competitive girl who beats him at academics and everything else. Obsessed with defeating her, he transfers to her high school and tries to one-up her, only to fall deeply in love with her instead. The story follows his clumsy, determined, and often comedic attempts to win her heart while navigating her obliviousness and his own pride. Readers enjoy it for its sweet, slow-burn romance, endearing character growth, and the charming dynamic between a clueless genius and a stubborn rival.