Hunger Academy

This is the fourth year of its appearance. Some people jokingly call it the ‘National Games Test’, but more people still call it the ‘Hunger Games’, a game that determines whether the country will be hungry or rich in the future. A new round of Hunger Games has begun. Ji Xinghai crossed over again. Dress up as someone randomly selected to participate in the Hunger Games. Before he could figure out what was going on, a crying gray-black pleated ganpa appeared in front of him.Ganba fungus, scientific name is Coryspora ganba, is edible. Stir-fried with alternately fat and lean pork and green chili peppers, it has the aroma of bacon, ham, fish, chicken, and duck gizzards. “Ganba mushroom fried rice!” Ji Xinghai took out a pot, shovel, and a bowl of white rice. Ganba Mushroom (crossed out) Delicious Ganba Mushroom:…! ! ! He didn’t know that there were hundreds of millions of viewers watching him through the live broadcast at this moment. “Stop!” “That’s a level three abnormal creature, the Black Crowned Mushroom!”[Ding – Student Ji Xinghai has awakened his talent ‘Taotie’. ] [The delicious ones are the ingredients, the unpalatable ones are the medicinal materials, and the inedible ones are the building materials. But I eat everything!]PS: A pure and refreshing article with elements of the national destiny, no cruelty. The male protagonist has a good-looking face, high martial arts value, is neurotic and not kind, and will become a white moonlight. There are stereotypes about other countries in the article. If you feel uncomfortable, stop your losses in time ~Food Hunter Ji Xinghai & Infinite Examiner Qin Yu

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Hunger Academy "Hunger Academy" promised a wild ride, and after diving in, I can confirm it delivers... mostly. With its blend of action, adventure, fantasy, horror, and even a dash of sci-fi, it’s certainly not afraid to throw everything at the wall and see what sticks. And surprisingly, a lot of it does. ### First Impressions The premise is intriguing: a Hunger Games-esque scenario with a country-vs-country twist, set within a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous worlds. Think escape room meets world-hopping, all with a live-streaming overlay. It's a chaotic mix, but the initial chapters hooked me with their sheer audacity. ### What Works Well I found myself genuinely enjoying the MC's rebellious streak. He's an overpowered character, no doubt about it, but he uses his abilities to exploit the rules and push boundaries, which I found entertaining. The various scenarios felt imaginative and well-developed, each one almost capable of standing alone as its own story. The later arcs build towards a greater plot, providing a satisfying sense of progression. I also appreciated the unique dynamic between the MC and the ML, even though the romance is extremely subtle. The focus is more on their mental understanding of each other, which is an interesting change of pace. ### Areas of Concern While the novel has its strengths, there are a few things that held it back for me. The nationalism, while perhaps expected given the premise, can feel a bit heavy-handed at times. I did find myself skimming through some of those sections. Also, those looking for a romance-heavy story might be disappointed. The relationship between the MC and ML is more of a slow burn, if you can even call it that. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers might be curious about the ML's transformation and the MC's origins. The ML becomes an abnormal entity, and the reason for the MC being in a coma and sent to other worlds is never fully explained. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Hunger Academy" is a flawed but ultimately enjoyable read. If you're a fan of overpowered protagonists, intricate world-building, and don't mind a healthy dose of action with minimal romance, then this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared to skim past some of the nationalistic elements and don't expect a deep, emotional love story. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.