With the holiday season in full swing, Netflix surprised fans by releasing Squid Game: Unleashed, their thrilling battle royale-inspired game based on the iconic Korean drama, free for everyone, subscribers or not. And to celebrate the eagerly awaited season two of the show, they're rolling out a slew of new content designed to draw in both existing players and those yet to dive into the game.
So, what's in store for those of you already hooked on Squid Game: Unleashed? Starting January 3rd, you can explore a brand-new map inspired by Mingle, one of the standout mini-games from Squid Game's second season. Alongside the new map, three fresh faces will join the fray: Geum-Ja, Yong-Sik, and Thanos, the rapper, not the Marvel villain. These new characters will be available as playable avatars throughout January.
Mark your calendars for special in-game events aimed at unlocking Geum-Ja and Thanos. Geum-Ja's Dalgona Mash Up Collection Event kicks off on January 3rd and runs until the 9th, challenging you to complete Mingle-inspired mini-games and collect Dalgona tins. Thanos steps into the spotlight on January 9th with his Red Light Challenge event, running until the 14th, where you'll need to eliminate players using knives to recruit him to your roster. Yong-Sik rounds out the month, joining the game on January 16th as the final new character of this update.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. If you're planning on tuning into Squid Game's second season, you're in for a treat. Watching episodes will earn you in-game Cash and Wild Tokens, and if you watch up to seven episodes, you'll unlock the exclusive Binni Binge-Watcher outfit. It's a brilliant way to blend the excitement of the show with the thrill of the game.
**Game on**
Here's a detailed look at what's coming to Squid Game: Unleashed this month:
- January 3rd: Launch of the new Mingle-inspired map and introduction of Geum-Ja. Her Dalgona Mash Up Collection Event, which runs until January 9th, involves completing Mingle-inspired mini-games and collecting Dalgona tins.
- January 9th: Thanos, the rapper, enters the game with his Red Light Challenge recruitment event, running until January 14th. You'll need to eliminate players using knives to add him to your team.
- January 16th: Yong-Sik becomes available in-game, completing this round of new character additions.
It's becoming increasingly evident that Squid Game: Unleashed could mark a significant milestone for Netflix's foray into gaming. Offering the game for free was a bold strategy, but integrating rewards for Netflix subscribers who watch the show is a clever way to bolster engagement with both Squid Game: Unleashed and the series itself.
