Netflix Games' highly anticipated mobile adaptation, Squid Game: Unleashed, finally has a release date! A new trailer showcases the brutal, yet amusing, gameplay awaiting players.
Squid Game: Unleashed launches on iOS and Android on December 17th.
Netflix's track record with game adaptations of its popular shows has been mixed. While some, like the Stranger Things pixel-art adventure, have been successful, others haven't resonated as widely. However, Squid Game: Unleashed, with its action-packed and violent gameplay, promises to be a different story.
This multiplayer battle royale pits players against friends and strangers in the iconic, deadly games from the series, adding a layer of playful absurdity. Whether this approach is successful will depend on individual opinions of the original show, but it cleverly leverages the immense popularity of Hwang Don-hyuk's creation.
Featuring classic scenarios alongside new challenges, Squid Game: Unleashed has the potential to be a major hit for Netflix. Its release just before the December 26th premiere of Squid Game season two is a strategic move. Pre-registration is available now!
CalamariThe irony of a show about the dehumanization and exploitation of individuals being adapted into a competitive multiplayer game is certainly noteworthy. However, from a purely objective standpoint, it's a logical move. Netflix seems to have recognized the potential of a dedicated multiplayer audience to retain user engagement, even if some of their streaming content doesn't appeal to everyone.
While you wait for the game's release, consider checking out other new releases. Jack Brassel's positive review of the relaxing gardening simulator, Honey Grove, is worth a look.
