Netflix unveiled the trailer for "Squid Game: The Challenge" on Monday, offering a highly-anticipated sneak peek into the reality competition show inspired by the popular 2021 South Korean series "Squid Game." Although "The Challenge" does not carry the life-or-death stakes depicted in the original show, the preview of the reality program highlighted strikingly similar sets and games.
Young-hee, the famous animatronic doll from "Squid Game," emerges as participants put their luck to the test in a round of "Red Light, Green Light," during which they are tagged with what seems like a dark liquid.
Animatronic doll Young-hee in 'Squid Game: The Challenge.'
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The trailer showcases the spine-chilling glass bridge, honeycomb, and marble games, along with the Pink Soldiers who oversee the games.
"This game is intense," remarks an anonymous contestant in the trailer, while snippets display players fiercely competing for food or gazing at the colossal sphere brimming with a substantial cash reward.
According to an official synopsis, the series follows 456 contestants who "enter the competition show in pursuit of a life-changing reward of USD $4.56 million."
Contestants gather in 'Squid Game The Challenge.'
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The statement mentioned that as the contestants engage in a combination of the original show's games and unexpected new additions, their strategies, alliances, and characters will face challenges, while other competitors are eliminated.
The 2021 series called "Squid Game" features a group of financially struggling participants who play risky childhood games in order to win a substantial amount of money. This highly acclaimed series has become the most successful launch in Netflix's history. Additionally, it has been renewed for a second season, with the premiere date yet to be disclosed.
"Squid Game: The Challenge" will stream on Netflix on Nov. 22, with new episodes debuting weekly.