This was a disaster!

I don't write reviews often, but I was so shocked by this drama that I couldn't help but share it!
First of all, watching the female lead was painful. I have never seen someone more stiff. A wall has more emotions than the actress. Honestly, I'm not sure I've seen her in something else or if she can act. Maybe this was just a new thing she was trying. so I have no other choice but to judge her solely by this and say that she should look into some acting classes!

Sadly, the female lead wasn't the only bad thing. The plot was even worse. This drama was seriously bipolar. First, the love triangle was randomly shoved in, and then the two male leads turned on each other which was just stupid. When I started watching I thought that this was supposed to be Kang In Ha and Han Tae Ho against In Ha's father. I thought they were supposed to say as friends and work together because that's what we were shown at the beginning but it all went crazy in the middle. Kang In Ha killed his brother and blamed it on Han Tae Ho and then Tae Ho went to jail and got broken out by Kang In Ha's father... etc. And not to mention that all of this was crowned by people dying and coming back to life randomly.

The only good part or thing in this show was Kang Hee Joo. I know that she is a flawed character but her scenes were the only ones I didn't want to skip through. the actress is very talented. despite her playing more of a negative character I still managed to enjoy some of her scenes. maybe because she is that good or perhaps the other characters were so badly written that she just shined through.

I have watched a lot of dramas. I might not be a professional screenwriter but I at least know how to differentiate between a good and a bad drama. this took me THREE MONTHS to finish and that already says a lot. I have pulled all-nighters for a good drama or a TV Show. I've gone on with 2 hours of sleep merely to finish a good show but this took me three months. I had the chance to finish it in a week or 2 weeks tops but it was just too painful to turn it on. but over time it got more painful to see it every time I looked through my "watching list". That is the only reason I decided to finish this drama. I simply couldn't bear being reminded of it.

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it's another cliche

If you want a drama just to have it running in the background this is for you! This show has nothing no depth no plot no action! They are literally showing how two people fall in love. that's it! There were a couple of moments when I thought that the plot was going to start to get interesting but nothing happened. They had so many chances, with Zhen Shao Xiang or Meng Yi Ran but nothing. The show had so many characters but no one did anything. I finished it because I love this kind of cliche drama but that's the only reason. They had nothing going on. I love Yang Yang a lot but honestly, I can't give this drama a good review just because of him. at first, it was going okay but it got boring towards the end. after I realized there was no villain I just stopped carrying. If you skip this drama you won't lose much.

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if you want a show just to chill this is for you

1% of Anything is definitely a cliché story, but I still had fun watching it. The plot isn’t anything new—if you like the poor FL, rich ML storyline, you’ll probably enjoy this one. But honestly, after episode 15, things started dragging. Everyone was getting some kind of redemption arc, and the only real issue left was the FLs constantly needing approval and not wanting to upset the parents. Despite its 26-episode run, the show lacked a true villain. One thing I did like was that they didn’t turn Lee Jae In and Min Tae Ha into rivals, but they really could’ve used a proper antagonist. They teased a few possibilities—first the art teacher, but he disappeared, then Lee Jae Yeong’s friend, who just made Kim Da Hyun jealous, but didn’t do much else. Min Tae Ha seemed like he might turn into the villain, but that was just a fakeout. His mother had potential, but she switched up pretty fast too. In the end, there just wasn’t a proper villain... unless you count Lee Jae In himself. He’s easily one of my least favorite characters. He’s arrogant, rude, and has a terrible temper, but the worst part is how borderline abusive he is. In the early episodes, you can see him gripping Kim Da Hyun’s arm so hard that she gets bruised. He’s impulsive and hot-headed, and in a culture like South Korea, where respect and politeness are huge, his behavior felt even more off. I know that that was the main point, his redemption arc but it didn't do much for me. Honestly, I liked the second lead couple way more—they felt real and had actual chemistry and also it didn't include Lee Jae-In.

I did like Kim Seo Hyeon’s character, but it was weird how he seemed to have romantic chemistry with almost every female character. It got awkward at times. And then there’s Kang Hee Jin and Kang Yoo Jin, who were thrown into the story so randomly. They didn’t really add much except to give Kim Seo Hyeon a love interest, but it felt forced.

The acting wasn’t great either. It was my first time watching Kim Jung Hwa, and she didn’t make much of an impression. The same goes for Kang Dong Won—they both felt stiff, which didn’t help the story.

All in all, Only 1% Make It Better isn’t a bad drama. It’s a bit stretched out, and the lack of conflict and stiff acting bring it down, but if you enjoy these kinds of familiar love stories, it’s still worth a watch. I’d give it a 6.5/10.

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Loved It!

The Victims' Game completely caught me off guard in the best way possible. The plot was super intriguing, and the whole thing was written and produced really well. I went into it a bit skeptical, not expecting much, but as I kept watching, I found myself totally hooked. Each episode pulled me in deeper, and I couldn’t wait to get to the next piece of the puzzle.

Being a huge fan of detective dramas, I’ve seen a lot of different storylines, including ones with “suicide groups", which can sometimes feel overdone. But what I loved about The Victims' Game is that it didn’t feel like just another case. The way the show handled the investigation was fresh, and it really got into the emotional side of things for the characters. You could feel the weight of what they were going through, and that added a whole new layer to the mystery.

Joseph Chang’s performance as Fang Yi-Jen was amazing. He plays a forensic scientist with autism, and you could tell he put so much thought into making the character feel real. He brought this quiet intensity to the role, and I loved how he balanced his character’s personal struggles with the demands of his job. His acting really stood out to me and made the character so compelling.

I also really enjoyed Tiffany Hsu’s character, Hsu Hai-Yin. At first, I thought she’d be your typical pushy journalist—characters like hers can often be a bit annoying in detective dramas—but she surprised me. Yes, she’s flawed and makes some reckless choices, but that’s what made her fun to watch. She became one of the most interesting characters, and her scenes quickly became some of my favorites. Her chemistry with Fang Yi-Jen added a lot to the show as well. They really do have a great friendship.

What makes The Victims' Game special is how it mixes the mystery with real emotions. It’s not just about solving a case—it’s about how that case impacts the people involved. The drama touches on things like mental health and family issues, which gave the story a lot of depth and made it feel more than just your usual detective show. It made the stakes feel personal, which really drew me in.

Overall, The Victims' Game is more than just a crime drama. It’s an emotional ride with a gripping mystery, strong characters, and moments that really stick with you. I ended up loving the whole experience and would totally recommend it to anyone who’s into detective dramas but wants something with more heart.




*note: I used the term "suicide group" because I didn't know how else to refer to the victims in this case. I know that the perpetrator is called the angel of death but I'm not sure if there is a special term used for victims as well.

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Not bad

Going into this drama I didn't know what to expect at first. I thought it would be more flawed and possibly very controversial (which it was at moments) but overall it was quite enjoyable.
The plot was fun, actors were good. I loved Shison Jun's performance not to mention how beautiful he looked. The drama didn't do a bad job of showing many hardships of being a trans woman in a more lighthearted way in only 4 episodes. During this short period, we were able to get to know and empathize with the main character quite well. The only part I disliked was that often Miki-san was referred to as a man. Overall I enjoyed this drama and might even rewatch it in the future. I definitely will recommend it to my friends.

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