Amazon Prime andNetflixare preparing to air a brand-new series that’s so grassroots - it’s time to share facts about the upcoming show,PNW Survival Games, including its fascinating origin story.
PNW Survival Gamesstarted when one man who loved spending time outdoors with buddies in his own backyard decided to go a little further. He started a group for adventure fans, and these wilderness lovers, who were situated in the Pacific Northwest, soon became a hot topic online.
What We Know About PNW Survival Games
The competition that’s soon going to become a reality series was created by Tony Pieniche and his pal, Phil Robinson.
When it goes to reality TV, it will echo some of the tense action shown onSurvivor(show veteranBoston Rob Marianodoesn’t want to play the game anymore after age 50),Alone,Naked & Afraid. As seen above, viapnwsurvivalseriesat Instagram,
we wanted to host a backyard barbecue where we challenged our friends to see who was the best survivalist.
The invite went public, and that casual get-together exploded into something far bigger than we ever imagined.
Now, heading into Year 3, the stakes are higher and the hype is real.
Only a few spots remain. If you’re ready to test your skills, join us August 15-17, 2025 at the Survival Games ⚔️
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According to the games' official website,pnwsurvivalgames.com, in 2025, the competition is a three-day event. During the survival get-together, there were a range of challenges, including:
Since"networking"is on the list, it seems like the game’s going to have a strong social component. Perhaps more than outdoor skills will be considered before a person is assessed.
Some people will excel as the show-runners intend, while others will fail to deliver. They’ll need to sharpen skills as they go, adapting to new circumstances,likeAlaska: The Last Frontier’s players attempt to. It won’t be easy for any of them.
Our Take On The Upcoming Series
The competition began with a group of friends, so it’s not surprising that there’s a lot of camaraderie between the participants. In fact, they are taught skills that they must then put into action. The survival games take place in Oregon - the scenic Beaver State. As seen above, viaPNW Survival Gamesat YouTube,
Above, in the clip, a competitor practices with a bow and arrow, intensely focusing on the task at hand. According to the clip, the PNW Survival Games pushes people to their “breaking point.” That’s very redolent ofSurvivor, where participants endure hunger, terrible weather and tough challenges, trying to earn the title of Sole Survivor.
At the events, there’s newbies who are courageous enough to try out the challenge even though they haven’t racked up any survival experience. They’re starting from scratch and giving their all. Watching them trying to survive in the wild without the seasoned skills of cast members on shows likeAloneshould be fascinating.
Somereality competition series likeDestination Xseem too slick and corporate. They can be fun to watch, but maybe it’s time for something more rugged - something that developed organically from pals hanging around each other. With this show, there’s plenty of grassroots charm, and it’s possible that it could become the next big thing.
The cast hasn’t been announced yet, so it’s unclear if the competition’s creators will appear onscreen. If they do, it’ll be so much fun. They can bring everything they learned into the mix, and give the show te authenticity that it needs.
By investing in the series, the platforms are sending a message that they found a diamond in the rough.
This somewhat hidden gem may end up being a reality TV sensation, as previously mentioned, but it could also fall flat. If that happens, the platforms may decide to pour money into existing shows with proven track records, rather than giving new and inventive premises a try. Hopefully, that won’t happen.
The premiere date for the inaugural season of PNW Survival Games hasn’t been revealed yet, but clearly, since it’s being picked up byNetflixand Amazon Prime, there’s going to be a lot to look forward to. To gain the interest of these huge streaming platforms, there’s got to be something very special about the competition.
