The film holds an on Rotten Tomatoes . Critics and viewers generally agree that:
: Jo Jung-suk is praised for his relatable portrayal of Yong-nam—an unemployed millennial who finds purpose through his "useless" hobby.
: Reviewers from IMDb and DramaRambles describe it as "heart-in-your-mouth" cinema. The rock-climbing sequences are particularly noted for causing genuine vertigo and tension.
