Netflix Games' Squid Game: Unleashed Gets a Release Date and New Trailer

Squid Game: Unleashed, Netflix Games' upcoming mobile adaptation of the hit series, finally has a release date. A new trailer showcasing the game's violent action accompanies the announcement.

The game launches on December 17th for iOS and Android devices.

Netflix's track record with adaptations of its original series is mixed. While some, like the Stranger Things pixel-art adventure, have been successful, others haven't resonated as widely. However, Squid Game: Unleashed aims to capture the action and violence that made the original show a global phenomenon.

Squid Game: Unleashed pits players against friends and strangers in a recreation of the show's deadly games, albeit with a more lighthearted tone. This approach may appeal to some more than others, but it undeniably leverages the original series' immense popularity.

The game features iconic scenarios from the show, along with some new additions. Its release just before the arrival of Squid Game season two on December 26th is a strategic move. Pre-registration is now open.

A Question of Irony

The adaptation of a show centered on the dehumanization and exploitation of individuals into a competitive multiplayer game is undeniably ironic. However, from a purely business perspective, it's a logical move. Netflix seems to have recognized the potential of a dedicated multiplayer audience to retain subscribers, even if some may not engage with their streaming content.

While awaiting the game's release, consider checking out other recent releases, such as Honey Grove, a relaxing gardening simulator, which received a positive review.