Battle Camp

Netflix reality shows have been a mixed bag. This cast somewhat represents that being that they're all from Netflix reality shows, but from a wide variety granted. It was boring to see certain individuals on the show crumble under the pressure of a competition show but the ones from more competitive shows managed to keep it interesting. The host is a bit generic but isn't annoying or grating in anyway and that's honestly hard to do these days. He even manages to be fairly sensitive and personable at times. Just wish he would be a bit more firm when some people chicken out or make dumb moves.

This shows major characteristic is however the wheel of misfortune/ the final wheel of fortune. It makes it unique yes, but it makes it a gamble for taking out great players who just happen to be on the board once. Not the worst flaw, it adds drama, but at the expense of having players the audience might want to see win.

Ultimately I do think this more wide variety skills based competition is a good choice for Netflix reality, even if it's very similar to *cough* The Challenge *cough*. If they can bring in cast members as interesting as Trey, Lorenzo, Shuby, and Avori again I'll watch another season.

I love this type of reality game shows, but this one is mediocore at best. The casting was okay, however I only recognized like 4-5 people. The major problem was game vareity, and creativity... I can't believe how uncreative, and boring were the games.... like a spelling contest really? AND reuse of previous games within a same season??? I guess that happens when you spend the 99% of the show budget on a huge tower.... The wheel is another thing, eviction based on luck? Interesting idea, but one of the contestant said perfectly... just stay silent, dont say anything and you will be fine.... if thats the best strategy in a game, then there is something wrong with the rules, because if you want to avoid being on the wheel, of course you just need to stay away from as much as possible from the other players, and just lay low....so there is a much to do for the next season(s) but it can be better.

I love competitive shows like The Amazing Race. The first one I've ever watched was actually Fear Factor so when I heard about this show I decided to watch it. I thought it would be similar. It was not. Couldn't even finish the first episode because the people are so shallow and stupid. They all think they are the best ones yet all they do is scream. It's all so fake. If the participants aren't interesting then the show is never going to be good. Also, why are they showing us their snot and spit? It's disgusting!!!! This was just awful! Do yourself a favor and avoid it at all cost! Another failed Netflix attempt.

Battle Camp is a fun show! As far as competition shows go, it has it all... drama, alliances, action, and a new element... luck! The wheel determines who stays or goes so while game play and strategy are important, anyone can go when the wheel is spun. This makes for some really dramatic moments. The cast is fun and likeable (except when they're not!) and the element of teams really makes you root for the people you like most. There doesn't seem to be contrived conflict and you can tell that genuine friendships develop between cast members. This show is worth a watch and I can't wait for Season 2!

Keep the original cast throughout the season to foster deeper storylines and stronger emotional arcs.

Swap out the wheel for a voting mechanism-strategic, democratic, and emotionally resonant.

Introduce a "split or steal" endgame twist for a dramatic and unpredictable closing.

------------- 10/10.