One thing that’s clearly caught everyone’s attention is the ‘Squid Game’ Final Season! At the moment, hashtags are trending, social feeds are exploding, and the internet has been steadily abuzz. It’s official: the Korean smash hit thriller everyone’s been waiting for is finally here.
From the moment the last season wrapped — long before the third season was officially announced — fans were already in speculation mode. How would the ending play out? Could the worn-out survivor Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) actually succeed in his mission? What would become of the Front Man (played by Lee Byung-hun) and all the pink jumpsuit staff? But, most importantly, can the show’s directors maintain the same suspense, intensity, and pulse-pounding tension that keep audiences hooked for the first time?
While there’s no shortage of critiques about the ending — with many calling it a flawed one or even a “what the heck” moment — given the amount of hype and conversation it’s pulling, I’d say the final season is still worth checking out.
P.S. No major spoilers ahead, so feel free to read without stress!
Voting
Season 3 picks up right where the last season ended. The revolution has been dismantled, and all the remaining players are asked once again to vote: stay or leave the game. Predictably, the majority chose to stay. Gi-hun, however, remains emotionally shattered and mute — broken by the collapse of his plan and the loss of his friend he saw die right in front of him —and abstains from voting in every round, with the last game being the only exception.
Personally, the killings and the games don’t get under my skin as much as the voting does. The dark truth, as pointed out by the Front Man, that people would rather choose money over death, is a grim reality in the third season. With each episode, as the giant piggy bank fills up with even more prize money, players’ greed becomes more evident and less shocking. For some players, like Im Jeong-dae (also known as Player 100), his choice to stay comes as no surprise since he has a 10 billion won debt. Personally, he’s the kind of character that makes you root for his end.
But not all votes were predictable: Nam-gyu (Player 124) chose to exit before the Jump Rope Game, while Min-su (Player 125) stayed, his mind consumed with the idea of killing Nam-gyu to avenge Se-mi. But the fact that Myungi-gi (played by Im Si-wan) chose to play the last game, when he could’ve walked away along with his child, just made me hate his character more.
Games
The games segment remains strangely the most familiar and kind of fun to watch – it’s oddly engaging to see what challenges come next, if you ignore the fact that losing could actually mean dying.
This season unfolded two brand-new games and a creative take on Season 1’s classic final game. Kicking off the season was the “Hide-and-Seek” game, where the players were split into two teams — red and blue. The game is simple: hiders will hide and seekers will seek. And, if you are found, you are eliminated. But, in ‘Squid Game,’ the word “eliminated” means killed. Since it’s far from your typical happy-ending drama, as you’d expect, not everyone makes it out. No spoilers though!
The second game is the “Jump Rope” game, where players have a reunion with the iconic “Red Light, Green Light” doll, Young-hee. She holds one end of the rope while her friend/boyfriend Cheol-su holds the other end. The rules are simple: players should advance across the bridge, jumping to avoid the swinging rope. But one wrong step and they fall straight into death’s mouth.
The final game is the “Sky Squid Game” and is quite similar to the season one version. The only difference is the height at which the game is played, high above the ground. Aligned with the original Korean childhood game, all players shall play on platforms shaped like a circle (○), a square (□), and a triangle (△) that form the outline of a squid. All the players shall gather on one platform and can only advance to the next by eliminating at least one person. But, come on, we’ve been through three seasons of ‘Squid Game’, and by now we all know it’s not going to be that simple. There’ll be fights, greed, betrayals, and more deaths than necessary.
VIP Players
These are the true antagonists of the story — these obscenely wealthy people who not only finance the game but also take pleasure in betting and watching people die. This time, though, it gets worse as they actually participate in the game, posing as staff and killing players who failed in the Hide-and-Seek game.
But, what really made my blood boil was the way these monsters talked about Jun-hee’s baby—yes, the only piece of good news is that Jun-hee does manage to give birth. Talking about eliminating the baby or making her a player of the game crosses every imaginable line.
Final Thoughts
As you’ve probably guessed, I won’t tell you who lived, who died, who should have died. ‘Squid Game’ is the kind of show that’s meant to be experienced. And, so I’ll end with a quote that somehow made more sense than the ending itself.
“We are not horses. We are human. Humans are…” -Seong Gi-hun
Written by Diksha Gangadeen
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Player 100, the old guy, man i hated him sooo much. And im si wan’s character felt like no development or maybe he was meant to be unchanged from start.
🎥 Squid Game Season 3 – My Honest Review (Spoilers Ahead)
Hello. I’m a viewer from Nigeria 🇳🇬, and I followed Squid Game from the very beginning to the very end. This review is based on how I truly feel about each character. I’m not here to sugarcoat anything — this is my honest opinion, player by player.
⚠️ Spoilers included.
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🔴 Player 456 – The Survivor with No Peace
Player 456 has been through more pain than most people could survive. After everything he experienced in the first season, bringing him back into the game was truly disturbing. And this time, he didn’t just come back to survive — he returned with a much deeper responsibility.
There was a moment where he had a chance to eliminate everyone in their sleep, and honestly, I think many people in his situation would have done it. But he didn’t. That’s what makes him different. His mind has been damaged, but he still held on to his humanity. And that makes him strong in a different way.
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🎭 Player 333 – Not a Villain, Just a Survivor
People say Player 333 was wicked. Some even believe he was a puppet for the VIPs. But in my opinion, there is no such thing as “wicked” or “nice” in this game. Everyone is simply trying to survive.
Player 333 acted the way he had to. He didn’t pretend. He was sharp, strategic, and serious. I personally liked him. He survived until the last episode and fought until the end. He did what the game required — and for that, he deserves respect.
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🔍 Player 388 – Not a Hero, Just a Man
Player 388 is a former detective. But being a detective doesn’t mean he came to protect anyone. No one in this game is there to be a hero. He came to survive like everyone else.
The betrayal around him was too much, and that affected others too — especially Player 456. But I was excited to see this actor. I’ve seen him in many dramas, and he did not disappoint. His performance added depth to the show.
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⭐ Player 120 – My Favorite, the Hidden Queen
This character means a lot to me. When I saw this actor (playing a female role this time) appear in the game, I was so happy. I’ve watched nearly all of his dramas, and they always deliver.
She was strong — emotionally, mentally, and physically. I truly believe she was the reason many players were able to survive. She carried the game. She made decisions, supported others, and stayed focused. She was the strongest.
But her death came too quickly. It felt too sudden. She deserved more. Still, in my heart, she remains the true strength of this season.
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🤰 Player 222 – A Pregnant Fighter with a Heavy Heart
Player 222 was pregnant — and also the ex-lover of Player 333. It seemed intentional that the game placed them together.
Despite her condition, she pushed herself through every round. At the end, she was forced to choose between her life and her baby’s — and that is a heartbreaking decision for any mother. It showed just how cruel the game is. She was brave to the end.
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🔫 Player 007 – Desperation Gone Too Far
Like the others, Player 007 just wanted to survive. But he crossed a line when he tried to harm an unborn child to save himself. That was shocking, even in this cruel game. It showed how far desperation can push someone.
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👵 Player 149 – The Mother Who Made the Hardest Choice
Player 149 is the mother of Player 007. When she saw her own son try to kill a baby, she didn’t hesitate. She ended it herself. As an elderly woman who has seen life, she did what a mother with a conscience would do. She was strong, wise, and unshakable.
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🎮 Player 124 – The One Who Fell into Addiction
Player 124 came into the game like everyone else — for the money. But he slowly lost control. He couldn’t play unless he took drugs first. The pressure got to him, and in the end, it was that addiction that cost him his life. He didn’t die for anyone else. He simply couldn’t keep up. It was sad, but it was real.
🎭 Player 125 – Too Soft for This Game
Player 125 wasn’t strong, fast, or clever. He was slow, quiet, and clearly not built for a game like this. Still, you can’t judge him for being soft — not everyone is meant for violence.
What shocked me most?
He actually fell in love during the game. In a place where people are dying, he caught feelings. It was confusing, but also showed who he really was — just a regular person with emotions.
He wasn’t a hero. He wasn’t evil.
He just didn’t belong in a world like Squid Game.
🎭 The Front Man – The Source of It All
The Front Man is the true face behind everything. He watches. He tests. He decides who wins and who breaks.
I wasn’t surprised to see him again. But what shocked me was how much attention he gave to Player 456. He saw something in him. He gave him a chance — maybe even wanted him to become the next leader.
But Player 456 refused. That decision changed everything.
Because the Front Man? He doesn’t just run the game — he offers power, but only to those who are willing to lose themselves to accept it.
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🧨 Final Thoughts
Squid Game Season 3 was more than a survival game. It showed the deepest parts of human behavior — fear, betrayal, pain, and desperation. Everyone had their own reason for fighting. Some lost themselves. Some kept their soul. Some were too soft for this kind of world.
As a viewer, I didn’t just watch this series — I felt it.
It was brutal, emotional, and unforgettable.
And for anyone reading this:
This review isn’t just entertainment. It’s what I truly saw in the game.
Thank you.
I personally found this one better then the previous seasons. Even though people are complaining that it didn’t end well or their favourite characters died but the ending was exactly the need of the drama.
It was very close to reality, people are into karma and redemption stuff but in reality powerful enjoy and weak suffer.
great follow up!