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Critics and viewers had mixed reactions, largely due to the show's extreme length and repetitive nature.
The special project (Новогодняя Маска + Аватар), which aired on the NTV channel on December 31, 2022, was a massive five-hour crossover event. It combined the physical costumes of The Masked Singer with the digital motion-capture technology of the Avatar show for a one-of-a-kind holiday marathon. Performance and Format Critics and viewers had mixed reactions, largely due
The production value remained high, with elaborate digital environments for the avatars and the signature high-budget costumes for the masks. Viewer Perspectives Performance and Format The production value remained high,
Audiences often highlighted the "novelty" of the digital characters while missing the focused competition of a regular season. Unlike the standard competition format, the new characters'
The show featured a total of from previous seasons, 8 established digital avatars , and 8 brand-new characters (4 masks and 4 avatars) created specifically for the night. Unlike the standard competition format, the new characters' identities were revealed immediately after their performances. Host: Vyacheslav Makarov .
At exactly five hours (excluding ads), reviewers noted it was nearly impossible to watch in one sitting. It was described as a show best suited to be played in the "background" during New Year's celebrations.