As Netflix drops Season 3 of its global survival hit, fans are once again gripped by the high-stakes game where the ultimate survivor wins 45.6 billion won — about $31.42 million.
June 27, 2025 | Squid Game is back with Season 3, continuing its edge-of-your-seat survival drama where desperate contestants battle for life-changing wealth. First launched in 2021, the South Korean series has captivated viewers worldwide with its brutal competition and social commentary on debt and desperation.
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The man behind the phenomenon, Hwang Dong-hyuk, was inspired by his own financial struggles growing up in Seoul. In an interview, he recalled:
“I related to characters in survival game comics like Battle Royale and Liar Game. I asked myself — would I join a game like this to support my family? That thought became Squid Game.”
Now in its third season, the Netflix original continues the narrative of individuals risking everything for a staggering reward.
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💰 What’s the Prize in Season 3 of Squid Game?
The prize pool remains the same as in Season 1:
₩45.6 billion South Korean won, which converts to around $31.42 million USD.
It’s a fortune that reflects the stakes — and consequences — of every deadly challenge contestants must face.
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📅 When Did Season 3 Premiere?
Season 3 premiered on Netflix on June 27, 2025.
According to Forbes, director Hwang revealed that he wrote Seasons 2 and 3 together and filmed them simultaneously.
“There was a major turning point at the end of Episode 7,” he said. “It made sense to split the story — the first seven episodes became Season 2, and the rest form Season 3.”
From giant killer dolls to twisted betrayals, Squid Game continues to reflect the darkest extremes of human survival — all for a shot at unimaginable wealth.
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