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Two episodes in and its really good, superb acting script is top notch, wish the sub titles stayed on for just another two seconds but that's my problem. Finished it and have mixed emotions it might have been to complicated of a script for me I'm not Asian so i would get lost with the names not being able to connect them to the characters i think i got the just of the story which is disturbing, sad and beautiful, its worth finishing the ending isn't foolish and gives closure on the lives in the show for the most part.

Season 1 is an extremely captivating mystery packed crime shies that carries a heavy punch in subject matter.

Show did a great job in mixing experienced-long-time actor/actress to rarely seen newcomers. Never at any point did I felt any of the acting was over dramatic or fake. It all felt so natural.

The story is well knit and full of mystery. Kept me engaged from the first minute. Each character has their own back story and each 'evidence' is slowly revealed to the audience with delicacy.

Hats off to the art team with all the details put into all the paperwork, photos, bodies and props. This show does rely heavily on these elements, so worth nothing.

EDIT: I recommend just season 1 as it is great. Season 2 is filled with coincidences, stupid concepts and dragged out scenes just to fill time. Hai-yin's importance diminishes and Xiao Meng's character is now over the top. Would not recommend season 2 unless you're really bored.

Both seasons not for the weak of heart. There are some graphic scenes and does deal with the matter of death heavily. If you enjoy mystery and crime solving with a twist--as well as can handle heavier subject matter--give season 1 shot.

This is more than a Police Drama or a whodunit. The emotions run high with the protagonist having Asperger's. The only problem is the length. They should have edited it to finish in 6 Episodes. I expected a typical serial killer show, was disappointed after 3 eps. But the show really touches your emotional chords in last 2 eps. It's really deep.. Not exhilarating but satisfying..

The plot is well written on both the detective aspect and the emotional side. As the story unveils, audience can preceive the mental development of the main characters. The drama spent a reasonable amount of scene to shape the personalities, allowing us to connect with them. Not to mention Chang's excellent performance on portrating a grown up with Asperger's syndrome.

Everything are well balanced. Worth subscribing for Netflix just because of this!

It's a dark and exciting series. They did a great job on delivering emotional scenes and the acting skills were pretty good. Sometimes it was a bit difficult to follow and at times the story was going too slow but overall I think it's interesting and worth watching!!!

Was hooked 1st episode. The characters draw you in and you can't help but be interested, in them and the plot unfolding around and through them. I have liked Asian films\series for some time now, but I did have to roll some scenes back a few times, (literally just a few), to catch up and keep the names straight; but that was far outweighed by the times I rolled it back just to really catch the expressions and emotions being portrayed. Such fine acting from so many people. Each main character had their moments to express their story so well - I was stunned by the sheer amount of talent and the masterful directing & production throughout. How I wish our crime dramas were done this way in the States. I will admit that there were some laggy moments in a couple of the middle episodes, but I implore you to continue watching to the end. The sum total is so thoroughly amazing, enlightening, thoughtful, beautiful, humbling and real, that I could not bring myself to give it anything less than a 10. I'm hoping with all I've got that they bring this back for a second season.

Watching the first 10 minutes of 1st episode, I knew I've struck gold.

What's so different about it? It relies on shots angle, facial expressions and ambiance to induce the atmosphere. None of those annoying background music.

My God, the story, the camera shots, the scenes, the acting are all top notch.

And what makes this series so lovely is that it depicts normal people with real life problems. None of those over-the-top, bigger than life, over dramatic characters seen in other movies. If only more TV series were made like this.

Mediocre storyline. The actors were good, but the tempo of the drama is too slow, and the way they construct the stories were quite similar to one another. Didn't make it to the last episode. P/s: the props in the series were exceptional and carefully made.

Cuz of covid19 makes me watch lots of drama these days. Korea drama best in revenge, romance. Thailand is funny and real life. Taiwan drama is quality content and bring some contemplation. After "world between us", another master piece have been produced from Taiwan. Series of killing looks like what it's, there's a serial killer behind. Its true, the serial killers are people around the victims. For the storyline, it's not only entertaining and suspicious, it's just so real of what the society is. An extend of "world between us" but not a copycat. For the acting side, Zhang acting really deserves a nomination. Its very different from his previous styles and to a new level in this drama. Again, the best part is really brings us some rethink of what the society sickness nowadays. It's not only a drama, a healing medicine in order to change

A brilliant forensic detective with Asperger's Fang Yi Ren (Joseph Chang) finds out his estranged daughter is linked with a series of gruesome serial killings and with the help of journalist played by Ann Hsu tries to discover the truth. The detective is a stickler for making sure everything is correct but hides evidence when he discovers his daughters involvement. It is well acted and being only 8 episodes still manages to develop each character. The detective needs to locate his daughter to find the truth and risks his entire career to do this, but he is also faced with his inability to read human emotion and this causes him problems in getting to the truth.

This is an amazing series. Great acting. Good story line. Keeps you on the edge of your seat. One of the great things is what comes at the end of each episode. You have to watch the credits and then there is a short preview of what is coming next. However, after you get through all of that, they have a deeper look into the series. Very fascinating and informative. It helps explain how they came up with the concept, what they use to help make it so real, etc. I highly recommend watching this series and then making sure you watch the information after the credits.

The storyline is fine but the tempo is just too slow.

This is not the typical detective/crime tv show. It grasps your attention from the first episode -- impressive plot, realistic characters and a beautiful and very needed message nowadays: life is worth living. There is always hope. Tackles important subjects, such as suicide. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs a reminder that you may find happiness and a reason to live even in the darkest moments.

The investigative series created very carefully in every detail. Various design productions Very realistic. Delve into the forensic laboratory investigation. Search back to the victim's life with a profound Asian philosophy of life. This is masterpiece of Taiwan, But every nation can deep into the spirit of the story.

Asperger's Disorder is Master key of story. When you finish watching it, you will understand why the protagonist is like this.

Following the discovery of a body in a bath of acid one of the main leads is CCTV footage of a mystery woman going to and from the area at the time of the death. One forensic detective, Fang Yi-Jen, immediately recognises her; she is his estranged daughter! He does not reveal this to his colleagues; as it is he is somewhat unpopular with them as he has Asperger's Syndrome so often comes across as rude. Soon another body is found; this time the victim has been immolated. Fang is certain that despite the differences the cases are connected. As more victims appear a link is established but that doesn't mean the case will be solved easily. In his desire to find his daughter and solve the case Feng establishes a working relationship with Hsu Hai-Yin, a reporter who's methods some might consider unethical.

I really enjoyed the Taiwanese drama. The characters are interesting; especially Fang. He might not be the first TV detective with Asperger's but that doesn't make him unoriginal. Joseph Chang really impresses in the role. Almost as interesting is reporter Hsu Hai-Yin; her methods of securing an interview are amusing in their inappropriateness. Hsu Wei-ning is a lot of fun in this role. The deaths are fairly grisly even if we only see the aftermath. There is a nice twist fairly early on which changes people's view of the nature of the crime and gives a hint to the identity of later potential victims. The series is very well shot; everything looks great. I was glad to hear that a second season is planned; I'll certainly be watching. Overall I'd definitely recommend this to fans of crime drama.

These comments are based on watching the series in Mandarin with English subtitles.

It cuts deep into all the conflicting and intriguing debates between life and death. It is not that the way you choose to live or die, but how the value is expressed along the way!

VICTIMS'S GAME (2020 - ) is a super dark and compelling Taiwanese crime drama that spans only 8 episodes. I can only hope there will be future seasons coming, (as hinted in the series) as this was certainly an exceptionally great drama series and one to remember. The characters were highly memorable and well acted. The plot engrossing and suspenseful. Great story and slow boiling plot that packs hard punches and deals with very painful subject matter, in a very tasteful way, all things considered. Dark and gritty, to be sure.

The main male lead, brilliant Fan Yi-Jen, (remarkably played by Hsiao-chaun Chang) is a forensic detective with ASD (Autism/Aspergers) and is compelled to investigate a specific case of serial killings with a strange connection to someone linked to him. Meanwhile, ambitious journalist Hsu Hai-Yin (playered by the charming Wei-Ning Hsu) is also drawn into to investigated the strange string of murders, at first for her ambitions but then for more compelling motives. The two form an unlikely alliance and this unique relationship a very good boost to the series. They are very likeable characters and gradually grew on me.

Both characters are excellently acted, the actors did a great job bringing the two characters to life and cementing them in my mind. I could easily empathize with them, quirky and eccentric as they were. The character development was very strong and well done in this series. I'd happily watch more of Victim's Game, and Taiwanese crime drama's like this in the future. Although this was a really dark series with highly graphic depictions of murder victims, it was also really great, mysterious and compelling. Although a bit slower paced it was definitely worth the watch.

The story is too slow, after a couple episodes, I lost interest in the story. I couldn't keep up with all the names so it was extra hard to follow the conversations.

It's a sensitive and deep show with many undertones. Each scene has sentiment and is delivered delicately and respectfully. It never goes over the top to display emotion and the plot is sound. The story is built in a understandable sequence and in a verisimilar way.

The best thing about the show is the characters development and the in-depth exploration of emotions, motivation and relationships of the characters. It is exciting without having to rely only on the cliff-hanger of "who did it", but also on the way each person's story relate to each other and how they came to be. It is incidentally a story about people and not about crime.

The show manages to sustain fairly well the suspense and incite curiosity, despite not being as fast paced as investigation dramas from the US. In the mid episodes the plot drags a little, but being an only 8 episode series it doesn't take away from the experience.

The last episode is absolutely beautiful in every way: acting, imagery, soundtrack and message. By the end, the show conveys an optimistic perspective on a life worth living that embraces sadness, doubt, hurt and forgiveness.

I must admit I watched this show because of the (Netflix Germany) search results for "Dean Fujioka" and every episode I waited for him to appear when I finally learned he will later in the second season. But not that I could quit the show now- the storytelling is excellent, every single character, main or supportive, so very complex fighting their own demons. The hero isn't one but brilliant at his work and without him they all would be lost in speculations. Love that the lines between good or bad are blurred out here and they keep us guessing the whole time. You have to be on the ball with this show or you'll be as lost as the protagonists are.

I found out about this show a few days ago by shear luck. Glad I did because it is awesome. Season one was good but SEASON 2 crushes it. The last few minutes of the last episode sets up a serious season 3. Makes me wonder if the main characters of the series, so far, will even be in it. Season 2 was what I had hoped season one would be about with an awesome serial killer storyline. TVG is a Taiwanese show with a Kdrama vibe. Some mouth dripping plot twists.

Moon Lee won an award for her performance for season one. She might as well get ready for another award for her performance in season two.

I'm begging Netflix to make Season 3 but without a four year break like with Season one to season two.

Separates itself quickly from other whodunit's as it reveals more and more layers and twists as the show progresses up to point it actually becomes redundant who killed them all - What a bold, smart and completely unexpected move! From here, the victims game becomes something way more substantial. It starts to get truly emotional, faceted and deeply psychological. An intelligent concept with an authentic and very different sight on the things around us and in our life which truly matter. Can't think of any other show or movie tackling such a sensitive topic with both empathy and tension.

Just as in the west (THE GOOD DOCTOR) lead characters who are "on the spectrum" is also a popular trope. Solid production values mesh with aggressive performances to form a very entertaining series. Some things to note: (1) some of the english subtitles are slightly off. This is because in China it is common to work as a professional translator but still have problems with English idioms; (2) rare in a TV series, time at the end of each episode is allotted to the producers to explain how the series was shot; and (3) Italian-Asian star Wei-Ning Hsu has one of the most exotic "looks" in the industry and will not go un-noticed by male viewers.

This is basically a story of revenge by various people affected by the savage employment policies of a certain company.

The way they go about it is beyond comprehension and belief. They employ the rapidly wearing out trope of the Aspergic forensic investigator and his desire to protect his estranged daughter from her seeming involvement with the current investigation. The police department he works with are less than scrupulously honest and are not above fitting up people. They tolerate him for his ability to solve crimes and bring praise to the department but they shun him when he prevents them from acting unethically. He joins forces with a female reporter - she too is less than ethical. The names of those involved are impossible to remember and there are many of them. It becomes laborious to the point of is it really worth my time and effort. In my case I grew bored rapidly and lost all interest as the cases kept getting more and more ridiculous. It became to smart for its own good.