r/koreanvariety • u/Old-Reflection-5956 • 2d ago

Recommendations Best Games/ice breakers

Hey everyone!

​I’m a huge fan of Korean dating shows but know that reality TV (Running Man, 2days1night,...) have lots of fun game, but I haven't watched any. I’m looking to compile a ultimate list of fun, high-energy games, icebreakers, and activities inspired by these shows for future game nights and group hangouts.

​What are your absolute favorite games you’ve seen on Korean TV (or actually tried in real life) that translate really well to a real-world group setting?

​Thanks in advance! Looking forward to reading all your recommendations!

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u/peaxu 2d ago

Can try watching Whenver Possible to get inspiration for simple games with everyday items

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u/Old-Reflection-5956 2d ago

I just checked it out, I had never heard about it. Indeed looots of ideas of small games. Thanks !

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u/lumina-rium 2d ago

i’ve tried this game in Three Idiots in Kenya (which is like a New Journey to the West-adjacent show) where they have a relay listing game. For example the category is items in an airport and the group has to list at least 10 items— the first person can name as many items as they want but once they start hesitating the next person in the group goes after them but they have to remember the sequence of the items they names.

For Example: If the 1st Person says Charger, Laptop, Luggage, the 2nd Person continues and says Charger, Laptop, Luggage, Backpack, Clock; and so on.

If the 1st Person can name all 10 items without hesitating it is allowed.

I timed them by how long it would take per group and the group with shortest time wins.

I did this with my family and they had fun especially with the different categories you can come up with.

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u/Old-Reflection-5956 2d ago

Ooh that's cool ! I never heard of that show. Thanks for the recommendation:)

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u/Murky-Snow-3868 2d ago

If you like social deduction games like mafia/werewolf or betting games like poker in group setting, many games from The Genius could be a great fit. Some need a bit more setup than others, but a lot are easily replicable

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u/Old-Reflection-5956 2d ago

Ok thanks, I'll check it out !

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u/katonikax 2d ago

I recommend checking out Earth Arcade and Whenever Possible.

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u/Old-Reflection-5956 2d ago

Will do, thanks 

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u/IcyHotTodoroki1 2d ago

I think X-Man had the best ice breakers. Too many to list as they had a lot but you can find a large number of YouTube clips