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Survivor indeed evolved its approach to unplayed Hidden Immunity Idols and advantages left behind by eliminated contestants. In earlier seasons, castaways were allowed to keep their Hidden Immunity Idols or advantages even if they were voted out without using them. However, this policy changed over time, particularly around the introduction of Survivor: Ghost Island.
Starting around this period, Survivor producers began retrieving the Hidden Immunity Idols and advantages from contestants who were voted out before using them. The introduction of Ghost Island featured various relics, including unplayed idols and advantages from previous seasons. This concept suggested that the show had acquired these items back from past contestants to incorporate them into the new season’s narrative.
Jeff Probst, the show’s host and executive producer, mentioned in an interview that they now collect the Hidden Immunity Idols and advantages from eliminated contestants before their final departure from the location. This change in policy aimed to ensure that Survivor had access to these items for potential reuse in future seasons or for creative purposes. Probst emphasized that ideas are crucial in Survivor, and retaining these items provided more options for future twists and themes.
Regarding a potential second season of Survivor: Ghost Island, whether the show revisits this concept in the future remains uncertain. The decision largely depends on the production team’s creative direction and ideas for future seasons. However, Survivor fans can continue streaming all seasons, including Survivor: Ghost Island, on Paramount Plus to relive the show’s exciting moments.