Read This Before Watching the Final Season of Squid Game on Friday, June 27
The third and final season of Squid Game is set to deliver a brutal, bloody conclusion to one of Netflix’s most iconic series. With Player 456 back in action, this is where it all ends—or begins again. Before diving in, here’s what you need to remember.
1. A Failed Rebellion Changed Everything
In Season 2, Player 456 returns with a mission: to destroy the games from the inside. He begins by forging alliances, trying to convince players to vote against continuing. When that fails, he organizes a rebellion, gathering a small group to fight back and escape.
But things spiral out of control. The rebellion fails, his childhood friend is killed, and the violence only escalates. Rather than stopping the games, the rebellion is swiftly crushed—only escalating the violence and setting the stage for even bloodier consequences.
2. The Front Man’s True Identity was Exposed
The enigmatic Front Man pulled off the ultimate deception by posing as Player 001, gaining access to 456’s inner circle and monitoring his plans. During the rebellion, he reveals himself as an infiltrator—and exacts a devastating punishment by killing 456’s closest ally in front of him.
His betrayal not only crushes morale but shifts the dynamics of the game. With new, unfamiliar challenges introduced, 456 no longer has an edge. He’s back at square one.
3. Jun-ho is Still Hunting the Island
Detective Hwang Jun-ho, who discovered the island in Season 1 and uncovered his brother’s shocking role in the games, is still determined to return. His goal: gather evidence, expose the operation, and shut it down for good.
He’s now working with a ship captain to search the open seas—but fan theories suggest this captain may be a double agent, intentionally steering Jun-ho away from the island. If true, the games may continue unchecked.
4. The Games are Evolving—and Deadlier Than Ever
While some classic games returned—like the infamous giant doll—Season 2 ended with hints that new and even more dangerous challenges are coming. One confirmed addition? A pair of terrifying new animatronic figure, signaling the stakes are higher and less predictable than ever.
With unfamiliar rules and a renewed sense of chaos, Player 456 can no longer rely on instinct or memory. Survival will take more than strategy—it will require luck, alliances, and sacrifice.
5. Player 222’s Baby Could Change the Game
Among the most volatile alliances in the game is that of Player 222, a pregnant woman, and Player 333, the father of her child. While they aren’t exactly a team, 333 has already proven he’ll do anything to protect her—even if it means eliminating the competition.
Other notable factions include a devoutly religious woman becoming increasingly extreme, a mother-and-son duo, and a group of ruthless players determined to win at all costs. If Player 456 wants to save anyone, he’ll need to find a way to dissolve these alliances—and build a united front before it’s too late.
Who’s Still Alive?
Here’s a quick rundown of the key characters who are still playing for the final season:
- Lee Jung-jae as Gi-hun (Player 456)
- Lee Byung-hun as The Front Man
- Wi Ha-jun as Hwang Jun-ho
- Yim Si-wan as Myung-gi (Player 333)
- Kang Ha-neul as Dae-ho (Player 388)
- Park Sung-hoon as Hyun-ju (Player 120)
- Yang Dong-geun as Yong-sik (Player 007)
- Kang Ae-sim as Geum-ja (Player 149)
- Jo Yuri as Jun-hee (Player 222)
- Lee David as Min-su (Player 125)
- Roh Jae-won as Nam-gyu (Player 124)
- Park Gyu-young as No-eul
First published on gq.com.mx
