Squid Game: Unleashed\'s release date unveiled alongside new trailer

Netflix Games' Squid Game: Unleashed Gets a December Release Date

Squid Game: Unleashed, the upcoming mobile adaptation exclusive to Netflix Games, has a release date: December 17th! A new trailer showcases the violent action players can expect. The game will be available on iOS and Android.

Netflix's track record with adaptations of its original series has been mixed. While some, like the Stranger Things pixel-art adventure, have been successful, others haven't resonated as broadly. However, Squid Game: Unleashed aims to capitalize on the immense popularity of Hwang Don-hyuk's original series by offering a more action-packed and violent experience.

The game pits players against friends and strangers in the iconic, deadly games from the show, adding a layer of playful absurdity. This approach may appeal or not, depending on individual perspectives on the source material. The game features both familiar and new scenarios, promising a potentially significant hit for Netflix. Its release just before the December 26th premiere of Squid Game season two is strategically timed. Pre-registration is now open!

A Game of Irony

The adaptation of a show centered on the dehumanization and exploitation of individuals into a multiplayer battle game presents a certain irony. 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 users, even if they aren't engaged with all of Netflix's streaming content.

While you wait for Squid Game: Unleashed, consider checking out other new releases, such as the relaxing gardening simulator Honey Grove, which received a positive review from Jack Brassel.