Level Up (South Korean TV series)
Level Up is a 2019 South Korean romantic comedy television series starring Sung Hoon and Han Bo-reum. It aired on Dramax and MBN from July 10 to September 5, 2019, on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 23:00 (KST).
The series revolves around Ahn Dan-tae, a restructuring expert with a cold and meticulous personality, and Shin Yeon-hwa, the head of game development at a failing game company. Dan-tae is hired to revive the company, Joybuster, and often clashes with Yeon-hwa due to their different approaches. Yeon-hwa is passionate about creating games that players enjoy, while Dan-tae focuses solely on profitability and efficiency, often prioritizing quantity over quality. As they work together, they navigate the challenges of the gaming industry and develop unexpected feelings for each other.
The series explores themes of corporate restructuring, the dynamics of the game development industry, and the conflict between artistic passion and financial gain. It also highlights the importance of teamwork and the balance between personal and professional lives.