"This is so crazy" Lil Yachty reacts to Beast Games contestants' performance on the show

When Lil Yachty appeared in Episode 5 of Beast Games, he couldn't contain his very loud reaction to a contestant's elimination. Holding back laughter, he exclaimed:

"Dang, dog, this is so crazy, because you just like, you almost didn't even pick two,"

The episode, airing on January 9, 2025, on Prime Video, featured Yachty as a special guest throughout various challenges as contestants competed for the show's $5 million grand prize.

The episode was another hit for MrBeast's game show, which has already given away over $6.4 million across just five episodes. As MrBeast announced on X: "Episode 5 of Beast Games (featuring Lil Yachty) just dropped and contestants so far have won over $6,400,000! Go watch :D"

Lil Yachty reacts to elimination on Episode 5 of Beast Games

The rapper's appearance added an unexpected twist to an already intense episode. After one contestant picked the wrong box and faced elimination, MrBeast showed empathy.

"I'm sorry. Brutal. You good?" he asked,

Before offering, earnestly:

"Dang. Do you want to have a seat over here."

The moment became even more surreal for contestants, with one remarking:

"That was also really wild that Lil Yachty was standing right next to me as I was having basically a mental breakdown. Life is weird, but hey, I'm having fun."

Since its Prime Video debut on December 19, 2024, the show has generated a lot of buzz. MrBeast, well-known on YouTube for his lavish freebies, has extended his trademark approach to streaming. Several Guinness World Records have already been set by the performance, especially for its unheard-of reward distribution.

Yachty's participation throughout the broadcast further enhanced the show's already high-stakes atmosphere. His responses, which ranged from uncontrollable laughter to genuinely sympathetic, were the ideal contrast to MrBeast's more composed presenting manner.

The box challenge that led to the memorable elimination was particularly tense. With five boxes but only four safe options, contestants faced a nerve-wracking decision that could end their journey toward the $5 million prize.

MrBeast's show has been making waves since its December 19, 2024 premiere on Prime Video. MrBeast, known for his extravagant giveaways on YouTube, has taken his signature style to streaming. The show has already claimed several Guinness World Records, particularly for its unprecedented prize distribution.

The financial scale is staggering. Before the first challenge even began, MrBeast gave away $1 million when 52 contestants opted to take $20,000 each and leave the competition. By Episode 5, the total giveaway had reached $6.4 million – already exceeding the advertised $5 million grand prize.

Beast Games’ marketing, future, and stakes

MrBeast's marketing strategy proved clever from the start. By making the first episode copyright-free, he enabled content creators and streamers to react and share the show freely on social media. This approach, combined with the show's massive prize pool, has generated significant buzz, particularly with its release coinciding with the second season of Netflix's Squid Game – serving as inspiration for Beast Games.

The stakes continue to rise. With a Lamborghini and a tropical island still up for grabs, Beast Games is on track to surpass $10 million in prizes. The show releases new episodes every Thursday on Prime Video, maintaining its momentum as one of the most talked-about competition shows of the year.

Through strategic planning, celebrity appearances, and life-changing prizes, Beast Games has successfully translated MrBeast's YouTube success to mainstream streaming.

The combination of high stakes, emotional moments, and unexpected twists – like Lil Yachty's memorable appearance – keeps viewers returning for more. As contestants face increasingly challenging tasks, the show continues to redefine what's possible in competitive reality television.