Beast Games contestant reveals what it was really like on the show amid controversy
A contestant on Beast Games has spoken out about her time on the show.
On December 19, Beast Games landed on Amazon Prime, created by probably one of the most recognizable faces on YouTube, MrBeast.
The show puts contestants through a series of 'physical, mental and social challenges' with the ultimate prize of $5 million (£3.94 million) up for grabs.
While the series has drawn plenty of fans, it hasn’t been without its share of controversy.
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Jimmy 'MrBeast' Donaldson is facing a lawsuit from five unhappy contestants which alleges everything from unpaid wages and lack of overtime to unsafe working conditions, 'infliction of emotional distress,' and even failure to provide basic necessities like proper meal breaks and hygiene access.
According to the case, contestants were exposed to 'dangerous circumstances and conditions as a condition of their employment.'
But not all participants have had the same experience as some have taken to YouTube and TikTok to share behind-the-scenes action.
One contestant, Cornelia, reflects on living in Beast City, the custom-built set where the games were filmed.
Cornelia revealed that before the tower challenges began, contestants were split into houses, with about 50 people in each one.
Each person got their own bunk bed and space to store essentials like towels and clothes.
The Feastables Cafe was the hub for meals where contestants would grab food and catch up with friends.
"You would go to one of the different picnic tables, find your friends [...], talk about the last games, talk about what you thought the next games were going to be," Cornelia said.
As filming only took place at night, the days were more relaxed.
Cornelia described that the city hosted a range of activities to keep the contestants occupied like chess, football, basketball, frisbee, hide and seek, bikes and lounge areas.
"There was so much to do in the city," she said.
Reflecting on Beast Games: Episode 2, Cornelia shared how close she quickly became with her fellow contestants.
"It really wasn't about the money, for me at least," she explained.
"I was there for the experience and the friendships, getting to experience something that is super unique."
She also emphasized how friendly most people were on the show, saying: "I felt like I made a good amount of friends while I was there."
Viewers went to the comments to share their appreciation for her side of the story.
"What a great run down! I really liked hearing the inside stories," the first user wrote.
"Love hearing everything from the player perspective!! All the tidbits of insight and info we wouldn’t get otherwise!" added another.
"doesnt sound as bad as people made it to be..." someone else remarked.