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Amazing Leads and Story
I knew it was going to be good going into it I was amazed by how much I loved it. I wasn't sure because of the gaming element of the synopsis but when watching I quickly got over it. The story really fleshes out and develops the leads as individual characters and as a mature relationship between them. I loved the cast so much and hope to watch more of their other works. They have amazing chemistry together and really made me care for their characters. This show was a gem for those who enjoy real romance over pointless drama.Was this review helpful to you?
Great Love Story with beautiful music
This drama had been on my watchlist for a while and I hesitated watching it because sometimes don't like dramas where a character is an idol/famous. But this was an exception. The characters were so sweet and real and there was no big evil villains. The problems they faced were real-world problems and they communicated like adults. I love simple stories like this that allow viewers to really understand why two characters like each other rather than forcing them through all these trials and tribulations. The second couple also grew on me and I liked that relationship as well. The couples were very different from each other but their stories were both interesting and their chemistry was good. The music on this show was amazing! They didn't overdue adding it in and did it as necessary to the story. The gaming element is also not overdone and was implented in a way I had never seen before. I think if you like simple romance stories and great chemistry you'll love this, I highly recommend it.Was this review helpful to you?
Soft and Moving
I haven't seen the anime/manga this is based on so my opinion is purely based on only the show and I think I prefer it this way. I'm used to how jdramas are filmed and paced to those who aren't you may not enjoy it as much. But I really liked this drama. I liked the main characters a lot and felt they had good chemistry. The story was also very good and even though I wish it was longer I liked the pacing and how the story slowly unfolds. My only complaint is that for a show focused on music the music wasn't moving. The singing was weird and I wish they made different choices regarding it. But other than that I do recommend others watch it.Was this review helpful to you?
Sweet and fluffy show if you're not looking for heavy plot
I enjoyed this show because of how sweet and light it was. It was a part of iqiyi's "sweet on" series of shows and it fit the bill entirely. The show is filled with tropes and cliches, both the good ones and a few annoying ones but I liked how they didn't drag any issues the main couple had out for too long. The main couple had good chemistry and I liked both of the characters. (The male lead is annoying at first but I promise he gets better quickly.) The child actor was so adorable and played his part well. The secondary couple(s) was okay, I wasn't heavily invested in their stories and the chemistry wasn't really there in my opinion. There isn't much to say about the overarching plot because I feel as though it was an afterthought that gets mentioned occasionally and then hastily wrapped up at the very end. This show is something you watch for the cute main couple and child and move quickly on from.Was this review helpful to you?
Sweet and Relaxing Romance
I love jdramas and this show highlighted why. This drama was heartwarming and sweet yet mature at times. I loved the main leads and how their relationship felt real. There was communication and trust and none of those annoying tropes for the sake of the plot. The acting was well done and not over the top. The main couple had a lot of chemistry. The side characters were entertaining and I liked them a lot. I have no real complaints about this drama and recommend it a lot for anyone looking for something really romantic to binge-watch in a night.Was this review helpful to you?
Fluffy with Great Leads
I really enjoyed this drama, it was all the good tropes I like in dramas and free of the problematic ones. It was a simple love story that stayed heartwarming until the end without unnecessary obstacles or dragging of the plot. The main couple are good characters you enjoy in their scenes together and apart. They had amazing chemistry and their relationship felt natural. There are two side couples, one of which I didn't really like but it was easy to skip those scenes later as they weren't too important to the plot. This is a very rewatchable drama for if you ever want to relax and watch something that will make you feel good inside. (also the page doesn't say but it's available on iqiyi not the YouTube)Was this review helpful to you?
Beautiful Drama but Lacks Soul
I watched this drama for Dylan Wang which got me through the 36 episodes. It wasn't bad per say but it attempts to have the same success of Ashes of Love but doesn't do it as well. The costuming, acting, and music wasn't bad but I didn't enjoy the plot that much. The chemistry between the leads wasn't that good which is bad because this is a love story across lifetimes... Some of their scenes were better than other but I often left the chemistry and story of the second leads outshined them. The latter have also felt rushed which was annoying because it felt like it was supposed to be climatic but it wasn't. I just wanted to skip through it to know how it all ended. I wouldn't really recommend this unless you really like one of the leads like I do.Was this review helpful to you?
Funny with Great Chemistry
I loved this drama a lot! It has a great plot that works to twist a lot of common tropes by causally breaking the 4th wall while also creating a story that doesn't depend on that to make it interesting. I loved every character especially the main couple who I felt had motivations that made sense to who they are not just what the plot needed. It also has good rewatch value since they didn't make it too long, which I appreciate. This reminds me a lot of my favorite drama, Scarlet Heart but a version that is simpler and a comedy more than a realistic drama.Was this review helpful to you?
Simple and Cheesy
I started this drama while looking for something light and romance filled and it did not disappoint. I enjoyed the cast and characters and the tropely-ness of the drama. My only complaint was that the mental issue mentioned in the summary/tags was not handled the best. The plot and pacing was also lacking. I feel that the show drags in the middle plot wise and things at the end could've been reworked to have a better pay off. This 30 episode truly could've been a 2 hour movie if done looking at major plot points. However I did like the second couple a lot and felt that during the slow middle they could've gotten even more scene time. I do recommend it for anyone with time to kill and wants something to watch and not get too invested.Was this review helpful to you?
My new favorite drama!
This drama was so refreshing to watch. It not only flips every trope on it's head but also has a great plot and characters that you fall in love with. When I saw the summary I thought it sounded different but thought it wouldn't be a serious show. However it delivered a plot that was not repetitive or boring while also kept the main characters relationship developing all throughout the 60 episodes. It was a perfect balance between plot and romance. The non-lead characters were also amazing and not 2 dimensional. There are so many I loved and thought were so funny and interesting. I could truly tell this drama was made with care and I'm excited to recommend it to others and to rewatch it in the future.Was this review helpful to you?
Sweet Gem
I loved this drama so much. Both the general plot and the romance were good. This drama had a good balance of focusing on developing the characters and showcasing a good love story. The main character Taekyung was unique and different and this made me like him a lot and care about his development. The love triangle featured here didn't even annoy me as they usually do. Usually, in a drama, there is a clear person who is better for the lead. However, here I felt okay with either lead getting with Taekyung. The other side characters were also interesting and fun. I loved this drama and highly recommend it.Was this review helpful to you?
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Fluffy and Simple
I was surprised by this drama and how tooth achingly sweet it was. I have watched and enjoyed many projects with the ML actor so I decided to check it out and was very glad I did. The story is very straightforward and simple and what stands out is the chemistry and relationship between the leads. They develop a very good relationship free of a lot of the problematic or down right annoying cliches sometimes seen in dramas. The secondary couple also has very good chemistry and I never skipped their scenes. The reason I made it an 8/10 is only because I felt the plot could've been more interesting and still would've been just as sweet. I recommend this to anyone who wants to enjoy and romcom without too much drama or miscommunication.Was this review helpful to you?
