I Became The Scoundrel In The Popular Dating Sim

In "I Became The Scoundrel In The Popular Dating Sim," the protagonist finds himself inexplicably transmigrated into Yagami Reiji, the most reviled character in the popular dating sim "My Lovely Harem School Life." This game, lauded for its beautiful heroines, engaging story, and impactful player choices, now has the protagonist embodying the scummiest individual within its narrative. Reiji is notorious for harassing the main cast, bullying students, and acting as an antagonist that can steal heroines if the player falters. The protagonist grapples with this unfortunate transmigration, questioning why he inherited the role of this trash character. He fears being haunted by his predecessor's disastrous past, uncertain if the feared "King of the Underworld," his father, will accept him, and dreading the animosity of the game's characters now made real. Determined to live a regular life and cleanse Reiji's tarnished reputation, he sets out on this path, albeit with occasional forceful interventions. This new reality is further complicated by the original protagonist’s surprising idiocy.