Liar Game

Audience emotional responses for 'Liar Game' are dominated by the high-stakes psychological battles inherent in its Thriller genre. **Anxiety** and **Anticipation** are paramount, driven by the constant threat of immense debt and the intricate, unpredictable strategies employed in the game. **Empathy** is strongly felt for Nao, the gullible protagonist, as she navigates this cutthroat world, fostering a desire for her success. **Surprise** and **Curiosity** are consistently evoked by the clever twists, unexpected revelations, and the ingenious solutions devised by the genius swindler, Akiyama. Witnessing Akiyama's brilliant deductions also leads to **Excitement** and a sense of **Inspiration**, often culminating in **Satisfaction** when clever plans succeed. Underlying these are elements of **Sadness** due to the harsh realities of the game and the desperation of its participants, alongside **Hope** for their eventual triumph. The manipulative and deceptive nature of the game also elicits a degree of **Anger** towards the system and can be psychologically **Disturbing**.