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"Squid Game: Unleashed Adds New Characters, Events for Season Two Celebration"

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 02,2025

As the holiday season approaches, Netflix has made a bold move by releasing Squid Game: Unleashed for free, even to non-subscribers. This battle royale-inspired game, based on the hit Korean drama, is set to receive exciting new content to celebrate the release of Squid Game season two. This strategic move is designed to attract non-users with enticing rewards that can be earned by watching the new series.

For those already immersed in the game, the update rolling out on January 3rd brings a fresh map inspired by Mingle, a key mini-game from Squid Game season two. Alongside the new map, players will be introduced to new characters: Geum-Ja, Yong-Sik, and Thanos (the rapper, not the Marvel villain) as playable avatars throughout January.

Geum-Ja and Thanos will have special in-game events on January 3rd and 9th, respectively, offering players the chance to unlock these characters. Additionally, watching episodes of Squid Game season two will reward players with in-game Cash and Wild Tokens. Watching up to seven episodes will unlock the exclusive Binni Binge-Watcher outfit, adding an extra layer of incentive to engage with the show.

Squid Game: Unleashed GameplayGame onWith the new content on the horizon, here's what players can look forward to in Squid Game: Unleashed this coming month:

  • January 3rd: The new Mingle map is introduced, along with Geum-Ja. Her Dalgona Mash Up Collection Event runs until January 9th, challenging players to complete Mingle-inspired mini-games and collect Dalgona tins.
  • January 9th: Thanos joins the game, accompanied by his recruitment event, Thanos’ Red Light Challenge. Players must eliminate others using knives to earn this character; the event runs until January 14th.
  • January 16th: Yong-Sik becomes available in-game as the final new character of this update!

It's evident that Squid Game: Unleashed could mark a significant milestone for Netflix's gaming ambitions. By offering the game for free and rewarding subscribers who watch the show, Netflix is cleverly intertwining Squid Game: Unleashed with the success of the series itself.