A fun story to watch if you like fantasy, but quite lacking in romance.
I'm on my c-drama spree, and I watched this because I was curious about Esther Yu and Ding Yu Xi's chemistry. As it turns out, there is none.The story itself is quite interesting and the premise is not bad, but I think the scriptwriting is quite lacking. For a romance series, there was hardly any romance at all, and I really struggled to watch past episode 15-17. The only reason why I could continue is because I wanted to see how the story would unravel in terms of the demon hunting plot, rather than the romance.
For this reason, I'm tanking the rating even though on an individual level, the acting and music and set is fine, but I really was quite disappointed in a the slow turn of the romance.
Overall, I'd give this a watch only if you like fantasy, wholesome genre and don't really care about the romance, as it's the most lacking part in this whole show. For context, there is only 1 kiss in the first 25 episodes, and it's not even real.
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the game is progress
First impressions: This is reminding me of A Dream within a Dream (transported into novel w/ cheesy plot, death loop--sorta) mixed with Till the End of the Moon (cold ml, warm fl lead replaced w/ cold fl, amazing costuming/makeup, flashy special effects). Also kinda weird that fl shares the same name as me buut oh wellTLDR; Love the comedy in this show, and there's clear chemistry between the couples. Story is a little spotty at times, but overall not too bad. Like what is up with obsessive sibling relationships lmaoo. I like the premise of the story, which is to trust the people you surround yourself w/, so you don't have to carry all the burden by yourself. Acting is phenomenal, and music is also really good. I think this is a one-and-done for me bc it's kinda long and idk I don't usually rewatch shows..but it was quite enjoyable.
Story: Every side character is loveable, and you feel for them when they don't get their way, and you feel conflicted bc you want the main leads to win but the other characters are just as good but just came at the wrong time. Misunderstandings, misunderstandings..sigh...they happen, but it was redeemable in the end, although I wouldn't preferred avoiding the whole debacle in the first place but whatever. I guess they did it for the purposes of what the moral of the story was about. The last arc was definitely rushed, which is fine ig since it's like equivalent to battling a gauntlet in a game--probably not a lot of important story going on there. The ending itself is really sweet, though and not rushed.
Acting/Cast: Honestly, I had doubts abt fl's acting bc she kinda be acting childish, but it wasn't annoying. I love the facial expressions though, very funny. All the facial expressions are very expressive. Whoever did the makeup and costuming did amazing btw. I especially loved all of MM's outfits and the demon outfits were arguably even better.
Music: The songs have both a duet version, and solo versions, which sync w/ which characters are on screen. So when it's just one person, it carries more meaning. Background music was also good as well.
Rewatch value: It was really good while it lasted though, but I don't think it's worth a rewatch imo.
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cute, fluffy, cheesy
Fairly standard transmigration/isekai plot that doesn't take itself too seriously. Overall plot was good and wrapped up the theme of self-acceptance quite well, but execution of the plot suffered from episode-to-episode pacing giving too much focus to side arcs. The twist ending could be given more focus with better foreshadowing.Actual resolution of the ending is suffers from censoring since its a transmigration topic, but side characters arcs are still left hanging...
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where is truck-kun when I need them
The urge to be transported into a game is very high indeed. I love how the plot tied together at the end, but I wish I saw them more scenes with them together at the end. GIVE ME CLOSUREEEEE! I want to see cute, happy moments of them together. But anyways, I love the male lead's backstory. I cried many times to him and I broke down when the female lead started missing her father. This was so silly and fun, I love it so much. <3Was this review helpful to you?
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Ruined by the ending.
I was guilty-pleasure watching this, because the acting was kinda not great but I have a soft spot for half-demons and cultivators. I was willing to look past the fact we forgot about dear old dad as soon as they hopped on the boat, and about Mu Yao and Liu Fuyi inspiring no feelings in me at all, and even the whole second love interest storyline (really? the half-brother? and everyone just accepted that she switched up in the blink of an eye from being repulsed to in love and engaged?) but that ending...of course, it's one of those. Modern-day uglier-with-short-hair ML has been secretly in love with her forever and he just so happens to be her favourite author, seriously? Ruined the entire thing for me.Was this review helpful to you?
So annoying.
Visually, the costumes and sets were appealing, but the script failed to capture the depth and complexity of the period. The plot relied too heavily on clichés, and some historical details felt inaccurate or oversimplified. Performances were uneven, with certain roles coming across as one-dimensional.The storyline started with potential but quickly became predictable and repetitive. Character development felt shallow, and many emotional scenes lacked impact due to forced dialogue. The pacing dragged in several episodes, making it hard to stay engaged. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity.
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Very entertaining with beautiful vfx and great fantasy world building
First of all its available on Youtube ;) +1 point alreadyAnd i found out mid binge watching that this is inspired from a chinese manhua/comic that i have read
All characters look so good in the fantasy world. And the vfx was pretty good.
The main characters being enemies to lovers is my thing, i ate it up so hard.
it did get crazy with plot twist and intense lore but it was fun. But i have to say, i enjoyed the first half of the drama more than the second half, maybe because the story was only focused on our four main characters . The second half had new characters, was more intense.
Mu sheng, the male lead.. he was the reason i watched this drama in the first place. He looked really good. And he potrayed the tsundere character very well.
the background music and bgms were very good especially the one they play during romantic parts or cute moments (with the flute i think)
I do the female lead had a childish character but it fitted with the story and the manhua character. Its bearable but i do like the sister Mu Yao more ;)
Overall fun rom com fantasy drama that is rewatchable. Must watch in my opinion.
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Good first part
i just finished Love Game in Eastern Fantasy, the first part was very fresh and interesting but the second part it didn’t really interest me. Maybe because there 4 main role but the relations between character sound not that deep with the second part. Overall its a good drama, enjoyable.The CGI/FX are very good, nice visual.
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A Bittersweet Landing: Great Premise, Half-Baked Execution????
I kind of have a mixed opinion about this drama. I liked the premise, but somewhere in the middle it went off-track and ended bittersweet. 😶🌫️😶🌫️*I really liked the ML character. 😍😍He thought he was a supporting character in the game that he had created, but he certainly underestimated his potential. The entire story is about him learning to love himself, being confident, and facing reality.
*ML's acting was amazing. He did a good job in portraying the emotions. Be it his childlike behavior, the innocent looks, or his pitiful face, one cannot stop loving him. His costumes and his white hair look were the best...😍😍
*The FL's character was supposed to help the ML realize his emotions and help him face reality. She did help him, but her character didn't stand out. Also, her childlike acting and her voice were kind of annoying, but still digestible.
*The second couple had stories of their own, but the stories didn't have an impact. It was kind of bland. I really liked the Bamboo Shoot character. It was cute and energetic. The music was also good.
*I think this drama is overrated. I felt most of the elements in this story were half-baked. It all started as a game, but in the middle, the game turned out to be some fantasy drama, and in the end, it finished as a melodrama. 😅 But anyway, I liked the emotional twist in the end.
OVERALL: A BORING GAME THAT ENDED WELL 🚶♀️🚶♀️....
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I had a lot of fun watching this. Even though I wasn't quite fond of the "game" theme in the beginning, I got used to it.
There were some really good surprises during the story which probably comes with its game setting. I felt a bit in the dark about the original novel story here, different as I usually know it from other dramas of this kind. So, I had flatout no idea where this was going and in which way the FL was changing the plot or had to go along with it. But it didn't become less entertaining. It always remained exciting.
In the end the story created a grand finale which didn't seem that way at first. It was even somewhat poetic and presented an even bigger surprise.
The main couple's romance developed quite nicely, and they got some really emotional, heavy moments together. I just love their way of acting, especially their dramatic, heart throbbing scenes. And they got an even more touching finale.
On a side note, even though the SML was the SML, he always felt somewhat inconspicuous. He had his important tasks and moments, but he always felt like a cloud or something.
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Amazing story and acting, uneven ending
This is an amazingly creative writing, a very unusual Chinese xianxia trope, which is a high praise.Acting, cast, music are all on point. There are some episodes first half that’s more draggy than necessary but for most part you can’t skip. For this I deducted half point.
The other half point deducted is the ending. It could have been done better. Don’t worry it is a good ending but having invested 31 chapters, we deserved more closures to all the characters.
Overall highly recommended and enjoyable. This year is truly a good year for cdrama watchers.
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why in the world did i watch this sooner?
i really regret not starting this sooner because this drama is excellent. i love the plot and how everything is connected in the end. i love the main four characters, even though not all of them are great actors by my standards. that being said, the chemistry between them is amazing - not just between the couples, but among all four. for the first time in a long while, the secondary couple actually feels meaningful and not just there to fill time. the cinematography and costumes are also fantastic. if you're hesitant to watch this, just do itWas this review helpful to you?
