One of the best cybersporst representations in k-dramas
While this series is often considered controversial due to its theme and casting, I can't find any real fault with it.Overall, it's a story with perfect chemistry between the leads, interesting visual effects, and a touching plot. This extends to its subplots, which are surprisingly meaningful, unlike in many other shows where they feel unimportant.
The main cast creates a genuine sense of camaraderie and a heartwarming, playful atmosphere that perfectly complements the central love story.
I wouldn't say there's anything overly complex about it, yet I haven't found another K-drama quite like it since. It's the unique atmosphere and the main characters that make it so memorable. The show's simplicity doesn't weaken the narrative; on the contrary, it allows the characters to reveal different facets of their personalities in relatable, everyday circumstances. Furthermore, it's one of the rare dramas that remains engaging even after the main couple confesses their love.
In conclusion, it's difficult to find the right words to recommend it. I'll simply say it's a great show—genuinely underrated and often misunderstood by the general audience, but nonetheless very deserving of attention.
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Perfect to watch with friends!
Probably one of my favourite modern romances I've seen? The story was fun, the romance was swoon worthy, and I actually felt anxious during the tournament scenes. I appreciate them animating the gaming scenes for people who are not into e-sports or video games because it kept those parts interesting. Truly the best part was anticipating the new episodes with my friends every week and talking about it nonstop after. In terms of negatives: some plot points were completely wacky and the female lead's acting isn't great. Though, I really enjoyed the supporting characters and Xu Kai was a really good male lead. I can say I am a fan of them all now!Was this review helpful to you?
Chase me and Pull my Pigtails Please Mr. Scene Thief
This is my first review, even though I have been a member for a long time. I will admit that I am usually generous with my ratings because I tend to value things for what they are and not what I expect them to be. BUT, I only give a 10 to shows that make me marathon them AND have a satisfying ending.I'll start with Xu Kai, since he is the reason I found the show. I'm a sucker for devils with handsome faces, and this show put him at the top of my "Jerks you want to kiss list." I fall in love with all his characters and I am always afraid he will be type-casted each time, but he never fails to draw me in. Even if he wasn't illegally handsome his acting skills would keep me stalking his newest shows. His acting never stops. Even when the camera isn't on him, I can't stop staring. I lost count of how many times I had to replay a scene because I forgot to pay attention to everyone else's reactions. He's an expert scene thief!
I think Cheng Xiao did a great job of playing a young woman in a man's world. She was the perfect combo of feminine badass. The only thing that felt unrealistic was her ability to push Xu Kai away, even once! I mean this as a compliment. This must take good acting skills. All joking aside, I loved her character. This was my first show with her in it and I look forward to seeing her in other roles.
All the other characters were just as entertaining and lovable! I definitely picked up some hinted BL or bromance, but I admit that I'm also usually hunting for it. I'd say more, but I hate spoilers.
The friendships and teamwork themes were really heartwarming and just as entertaining as the romance. I admit I got choked up a few times. I also really enjoyed the animated gaming scenes. They made the competitions more exciting and fun to watch.
I can't leave without giving props to Tong Yao's parents. I normally dislike meddling parents in dramas, but they cracked me up. Their character growth had me rolling by the last episode and I even missed them when they were absent from too many episodes!
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Pretty good series. ( a pic of THE UNTAMED was shown :DDDD)
TBH i started watching this show with very very high expectations.. but in the first 2 episodes i wanted to throw my remote at the TV and stop because of the acting.. The cast looks good no doubt but in the first two episodes, the acting was wayyyy too stiff and i felt like even a 5 year old could show better expressions than that. However, the cast redeemed themselves starting from the 3rd episode.then their personalities came through, and better acting was noticeable. The buildup is steady and not rushed or slow. im on the 11th episode rn and some swoonworthy moments already occured and i had to control my scream because dvkugswhbuo 😂 This series wont disappoint. The animation and portrayal of panic, anxiety and hard work (tong yao) were on point too. Not to mention the rest of the cast is also their own person. no one is present to make the leads look good.
ALSO, the one thing that pushed me to write this review is, if you're a die-hard fan of the untamed like me, and will watch anything that has even a SEMBLANCE of it in it, then watch till episode 11. 22:08 is the time stamp. It's shown as the main poster being kept in a photo frame and i almost choked on my food when i saw it. It's not even talked about but since a blurry angle of it was there, i like tong yao wayyyyyy more now (she likes the untamed what do u expect??)
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Fast moving and funny
This is my second show that is about e sport romance , after love 020 .It is different from love 020 , I did not read the novel, and I also do not play that much of games, perhaps it is part of the reason I can enjoy the show better without doing comparison.
I am not sure if I would like Chessman's character in real life, however in the show, I like how he is bickering and teasing Tong Yao, he can be harsh and ruthless with his words, caring on another hand . The dialog can be witty (eg. I don't expect he would introduce himself as Chessman to her parents) and the team member's reaction is funny too.
I wish I can enjoy the game parts better, it is unclear to me who plays what character in the game and how they win their game. A lot of time I have to rewind to understand the game part ,
Hopefully it gets better , not the other way round, like some of the shows started good but with chaos ending.
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About love
This is amazing drama and love of xu Kai drama always with my heart ❤️❤️❤️and concept of story is also good and there 8s no any bad comments on it.and hope all like this drama with their heart and live their character 🤠.Main lead are also doing well and supporting role are also doing nice,and always keep entertaining us and we are enjoying this drama so much ❤️❤️🥰😍🙏 lots of love from Nepal 😊💕💕💕I am waiting to see more dramas of xu Kai ,😊🙏and I love his drama Ancient love poetry also much ❤️💗 and my favourite drama ,💓💓
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Fun to Watch
I watch a lot of CDrama's and KDrama's (all with english sutitles) and some that are labelled as comedy do get a laugh out of me but this series is LOL funny. The bickering between the FL and ML is on going, rapid fire and very witty and I find myself rewinding just to appreciate certain interactions and laugh again. I'm not really interested in gaming but this series makes the whole lifestyle interesting and entertaining. Big ups to the writer who could strike a great balance between comedy and depicting the excitement and pressure of the professional Esports world. The production is very good but what brings me back so eagerly to each episode is the screenplay and the great acting. Xu Kai and Cheng Xiao are giving outstanding performances and the support actors are holding their own.You must watch this.
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smiling and her bsf got a happy ending
It was my favourite movie on my top 2. I love how they act, but tbh the gaming parts were so boring I just skip them but overall i still love it. and I rewatched for almost five times and I'm on my 5th rewatch. and I really want a season 2 again. the actors were also pretty good. my fav characters were K, smiling, luci Cheng, ai jia and Ming. I love the surprises and almost everything else. I love it 100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000(sorry I wrote it because they only allow to put in 500 words)Was this review helpful to you?
Best E-sport Chinese Drama of 2021
Watching this drama over and over again. I really like it. XK and CX had a great chemistry in this drama. Handsome Lu Sicheng and Cutie Yao Yao for the win. Also love Jian Yang and Ai Ja. I miss them everyday. Hope to see them together again in a historical drama, movie, tv show or as real-life partner. Because of them I already forgot my kdrama watchlist. I’m into cdrama everyday nonstop and I’m loving it. I also find this site easy to use if I had to look for a particular actor, drama or movie both chinese and korean. Thank you so much!Was this review helpful to you?
my 1st drama
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This drama gives me mixed emotions.....
Hello!To begin with, this drama is actually pretty good regardless of the e-sports controversy and the plagiarism scandal. The chemistry between the two main leads is very good and their chemistry with the other cast members is pretty solid too. However, the storyline is kind of awkward, and sometimes the lines that the actors say are weird and irrelevant.
In addition, is it just me who gets really irritated when the Korean players speak. My goodness, it is so strange and weird. One minute the Korean player understands Chinese and is laughing along with everyone --> the next minute the Korean player needs a translator for everything Chessman and Smiling. Every time a "Korean" player appears and starts speaking, I skip the scene.
One thing I would also like to point out is the scene where Smiling meets Lu Yue for the first time, Smiling was startle because of how much Lu Yue and Chessman look alike......BUT THEY DON'T LOOK ALIKE AT ALL!! The only thing they have in common is that they are both handsome :)
I don't think I will rewatch the drama as a whole but probably would only watch clips of just Smiling and Chessman together. There were multiple times that I was going to stop watching the drama because of the weird storylines and the Korean players. However, I think what made me stay to finish the drama was the strong chemistry between Smiling and Chessman. Although Chengxiao's acting isn't the best, she really fits the role of Smiling and is so cute when she smiles. The strong love between Smiling and Chessman as well as the comradeship with the ZGDX team makes them overcome all obstacles.
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