Netflix Games' highly anticipated Squid Game: Unleashed mobile adaptation finally has a release date: December 17th! A new trailer showcases the bloody, action-packed gameplay awaiting players on iOS and Android.
Netflix's track record with game adaptations of its shows has been mixed. While some, like the Stranger Things pixel-art adventure, have found success, others haven't fared as well. However, Squid Game: Unleashed aims to deliver a different experience, focusing on action and violence.
This multiplayer battle royale pits players against friends and strangers in the iconic, deadly games from the series, albeit with a more lighthearted tone. Whether this approach resonates will depend on individual preferences, but it undeniably leverages the original show's immense popularity.
The game features familiar scenarios alongside new additions, potentially making it a major success for Netflix. Its launch, just before the December 26th release of Squid Game season two, is strategically timed. Pre-registration is open now!
A Game of Irony
The adaptation of a show centered on the dehumanization and exploitation of individuals into a multiplayer game is undeniably ironic. However, from a purely business perspective, it's a shrewd move. Netflix seems to have recognized the potential of a dedicated multiplayer audience to retain subscribers, even if they don't engage with all of their streaming content.
While you await Squid Game: Unleashed, consider checking out other recent releases, such as the relaxing gardening simulator Honey Grove, which received a positive review from our own Jack Brassel.
