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" The Game : Towards Zero " was a nice drama.

The first episodes were confusing, as the drama throws the viwer straight into the story without background information about the characters of the main lead's ability. Plus, you know straight away who the serial killer is. However, the drama weaved a nice, compelling story, full of thrilling moments, intensity and twists. The melodrama was good too. So, the story can keep the viewer on the edge of their chair till the very ending. The latter was pretty great and well presented. But the highlight of the drama was the creation of an intriguing villain. They gave him a strong background story, a human side when he was doubting his own actions and wanting to change, and a some interesting connections with the main characters. The romance, however, felt a bit fake. It was more like love in the first sight, as the drama focused more on the case than the couple, as it should really. The male lead's background story was not well presented and they didn't explain his background well. Still, the performances were great.

So, overall, 7 out of 10.

While the actors and the action are fun to watch, the decisions these characters make as they pursue their police careers are unbelievably stupid. They failed to engage in the most basic characteristic of good police work and consequently many bad things happen that otherwise would not. I was very disappointed in the show in general although it was interesting to watch for a while.

The first half is what the drama should've been and the second half is what the drama shouldn't have become. The start was decent enough with a compelling concept and characters, however, everything began to crumble down after the first half. The pace significantly slowed down, an overwhelming amount of repetition and flashbacks was shoved in, the mystery was over at that point, the cat and mouse chase became boring and there was a general decrease in the collective IQ of the masses. Nonetheless, the story itself was weak and didn't explore any interesting ideas. The whole thing was infested with plot holes even after excluding all the supernatural elements. The inclusion of romance was a hit or miss at times. I'm disappointed that Park Won Sang didn't have a bigger role in the drama.

I generally don't end up writing reviews, but this is one of the shows that compelled me to do that. It wasn't like anything I've ever watched. The story is unique, and moreover, with such a storyline that contains so many fantastical elements, the performances of the actors made it all come alive.

This is the first time I've watched Lim Ju hwan, and even if he's the antagonist, he left me tear-eyed. The journey is so emotional and so impactful. Ok's a favourite but this time, it's Ju hwan that stole the show for me.

The romance part isn't very detailed and does lack some depth. But nevertheless, the storyline covered up for it especially since its genre is manly thriller. Do watch this one if you love mystery. I can vouch that it will be a watch that'll be worth it. EVERY BIT OF IT.

It's well made. With good story line. Good acting.