Squid Game Finale: Who Survives, Who Died?

June 28, 2025: The highly anticipated final season of the hit Korean drama Squid Game premiered on Netflix this Friday, wrapping up the intense saga while leaving fans with plenty to ponder. As the thrilling series came to a close, viewers were eager to unravel the fate of their favorite characters and the future of the deadly games.

What Happened to Gi Hun?

Gi Hun made a heroic sacrifice to save Jun Hee’s newborn child, uttering the poignant line, “We are not horses. We are humans,” a reminder of the show’s core message about humanity’s depths. Despite his sacrifice, Gi Hun’s ultimate fate remains uncertain, leaving fans debating what lies ahead for him.

The Front Man’s Future

The enigmatic Front Man, revealed as In Ho, survives the destruction of the island and escapes with Jun Hee’s child. In the final moments, he is seen in Los Angeles watching Cate Blanchett’s character, who is poised to take on the ominous role of the next Salesman, hinting at the continuation of the sinister games on new soil.

Survivors of the Game

Besides the Front Man and Jun Hee’s child, only a few key characters survive the brutal competition, including Minggy and Gi Hun. The rest met tragic ends early in the season, underscoring the show’s dark tone.

Mastermind Behind the Game
With the death of Oh Il Nam, the original architect of the games, leadership passed to In Ho. The destruction of the island appears to mark the end of the games in South Korea, but the series hints at a new chapter emerging in the United States.

Law Enforcement and the Games
Detective Jun Ho’s efforts to dismantle the games fall short. Though he and No-Eul escape, Jun Ho discovers corruption within the authorities, while the Front Man manages to vanish without capture, leaving the mystery unresolved.

Spin-Off Possibilities
While the creators have confirmed Season 3 as the final chapter of the main story, Cate Blanchett’s character opens the door to potential spin-offs set in Los Angeles. The future of characters like In Ho and No-Eul remains ripe for exploration, offering fans hope for more Squid Game content.

As Squid Game concludes its gripping saga, viewers are left to wonder what new games—and new dangers—await in the shadows.