"'Infinite Challenge' comes to mind"... 'Tag Game,' a 'raw survival' of deception (Comprehensive)

The production presentation for the new Disney+ original entertainment program 'Surae Game' was held at 11 AM on the 28th."Different from existing survival shows"Creator Lee Jun-su, singer Ji Won-ji, Yang Da-il, announcer Park Ji-min, sports creator Malwang, former professional baseball player and broadcaster Hwang Jae-gyun, PD Hyun Jeong-wan, travel creator Pani Bottle, former national wrestling team member Jang Eun-sil, creator Kim Ddol-ddol, UDT veteran Yuk Jun-seo, and actor Yoon Sang-hyun (from left) attended the production presentation for Disney+'s new original entertainment program 'Surae Game' held at The Saint Grand Ballroom in Shindorim, Guro-gu, Seoul on the 28th, and shared various stories about the program. /Reporter Park Sang-min[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] 'Surae Game' is set to shake up the survival entertainment landscape. It transforms the game of tag, which everyone has likely played at least once, into a survival game, adding intense psychological warfare. Expectations are high for a "raw survival" experience that combines familiar games with unpredictable variables.The production presentation for Disney+'s new original entertainment program 'Surae Game' took place at 11 AM on the 28th at the 6th-floor Grand Ballroom of The Saint in Shindorim, Guro-gu, Seoul. PD Hyun Jeong-wan, who directed the show, and participants Hwang Jae-gyun, Pani Bottle, Malwang, Jang Eun-sil, Park Ji-min, Kim Ddol-ddol, Yang Da-il, Yuk Jun-seo, Ji Won-ji, Yoon Sang-hyun, and Lee Jun-su attended and shared various stories related to the program.'Surae Game' is an extreme experience-based chase survival entertainment program that combines dopamine-inducing chase sequences with the psychological warfare of a hidden "surae" (it). Thirteen players with diverse and fresh charms, from Hwang Jae-gyun to Lee Jun-su, will compete for the single title of "all-rounder player."In particular, the show is garnering significant attention as the latest work from PD Hyun Jeong-wan, who was praised for transcending the conventions of existing survival shows through the 'Bloody Game' series. This time, he moves beyond complex brain games to prominently feature the familiar "chase" element.Former professional baseball player and broadcaster Hwang Jae-gyun stated, "Baseball and 'Surae Game' have many similarities." /Reporter Park Sang-minPD Hyun explained, "It's a game survival, but you can think of the game as a bit different. It's fundamentally a survival game based on a chase, with the existence of a 'surae' within it." He added, "The 'surae' is like the 'mafia' we commonly know. The 'surae' has different missions, and the players engage in other games within that."The integration of 'tag' into a survival format stemmed from PD Hyun's desire to introduce the genre's fun to a wider audience. He said, "I really love survival shows and wanted many viewers to watch them, but some people found the genre difficult due to its nature." He emphasized, "To make it more intuitive and easier for them to understand, I created a game based on the chase scenes I experienced as an assistant director for 'Infinite Challenge,' thus giving birth to a new format of survival."As a familiar game with new rules, the players are also diverse. From athletes to creators, actors, singers, and announcers, individuals who have excelled in different fields have gathered. They will dive into the survival competition in their own unique ways.In particular, former professional baseball player and broadcaster Hwang Jae-gyun leverages his speed and competitive spirit as his weapons. He said, "In baseball, psychological warfare, where you deceive and are deceived by the opposing team, is very important. I thought 'Surae Game' was similar to baseball." He continued, "It requires physical prowess, and there was a lot of psychological play involved in how to deceive each other and how I would survive in the situation. In those aspects, baseball and 'Surae Game' had many similarities."Travel creator Pani Bottle, despite having experienced various survival shows like 'Bloody Game' and 'The Influencer,' found 'Surae Game' particularly challenging. He recalled, "After deciding to appear, I wondered, 'How should I prepare for a game of tag?'" He added, "Now, when I watch the videos, I understand 'what kind of game it is,' but when I was first offered the proposal, it was very difficult."Creator Lee Jun-su, the son of actor Lee Jong-hyuk, makes his first survival entertainment challenge through 'Surae Game.' /Reporter Park Sang-minSports creator Malwang showcased his "clumsy charm," while former national wrestling team member Jang Eun-sil relied on her powerful physique and unwavering persistence. Announcer Park Ji-min actively utilized her "experienced professional" status from participating in numerous survival programs, and creator Kim Ddol-ddol opted for a strategy of disarming opponents with his unique sociability.Singer Yang Da-il presented his honesty, unconstrained by his image, as his weapon, while UDT veteran Yuk Jun-seo cited his strong immersion and competitive spirit as his strengths. Singer Ji Won-ji hinted at her ability to adapt freely to situations.Creator Lee Jun-su, the son of actor Lee Jong-hyuk, is embarking on his first variety show and first survival challenge without his father through 'Surae Game.' He said, "Since this is my first variety show appearing alone without my father, I was determined to stand out and show my performance." He added, "That's why I put in even more effort. I worked hard with the mindset of giving my all."Finally, Hwang Jae-gyun expressed his confidence, stating, "It's a chase, different from existing survival shows, with the tension of pursuing and being pursued." He concluded, "If you enjoy active elements, tension, and psychological warfare, not just brain games, and if you miss the 'Infinite Challenge' chase, you will be able to enjoy 'Surae Game' until the end."'Surae Game,' consisting of a total of 10 episodes, will release four episodes on the 30th. Subsequently, two episodes will be aired every Wednesday.subin7134@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]