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The $500,000 grand prize remained, but it would now be split between the winning duo. Key Events in S4E1: "Divide and Conquer"

Watch the emotional moment Josh decides to tap out just hours into the first day, ending the journey for both himself and his brother: Alone: Josh Taps Out (Season 4, Episode 1) | History YouTube• Aug 21, 2017 [S4E1] Alone

In this "Lost & Found" edition, teams had to navigate a high-stakes reunion before they could even begin building a permanent base. The $500,000 grand prize remained, but it would

The "hiker" had to use only a compass and a bearing to trek through some of the world's most unforgiving terrain to find their partner. The premiere, which aired June 8, 2017, focused

The premiere, which aired June 8, 2017, focused on the immediate physical and psychological toll of the new rules.

Because the season focused on teams, if one person tapped out, their partner was also automatically disqualified . This led to a devastating early exit for Josh's brother, Brad, who was extracted despite being physically and mentally ready to continue. Survival Gear Spotlight

Shannon (part of a father-son duo) suffered a severe fall on wet seaweed and logs, injuring his back and reporting a loss of sensation in his feet.