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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fortnite x Squid Game collab set to shake up creative mode with deadly challenges
Image via Fortnite Twitter Fortnite is taking its latest crossover into a darker, more competitive arena as it teams up with Netflix's global phenomenon Squid Game for a brand-new experience set to launch on June 27. Unlike previous high-profile collaborations, this one won't be part of the main Battle Royale mode, but will instead live within Fortnite's Creative universe - giving players the power to recreate, design, and survive the game's infamous challenges. Squid Game comes to creative mode Announced during the 2025 State of Unreal presentation, the collaboration introduces Squid Game assets to the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), enabling creators to build custom islands inspired by the show's brutal games. From 'Red Light, Green Light' to the iconic Glass Bridge, these fan-favorite tests of survival will now get the Epic Games stamp of approval, allowing for deeper immersion and greater authenticity. Over the past few years, community-made Squid Game maps - such as sundaycw's wildly popular 'Octo Game 2,' have gained traction among Creative players. However, these maps were based on fan interpretation. With official tools and show-accurate designs entering the mix, creators now have more firepower than ever to bring the twisted world of Squid Game to life inside Fortnite. What's also fuelling buzz is the speculation around whether the collaboration will remain limited to Creative mode. Fortnite's Competitive X account chimed in on the teaser post, sparking theories that the crossover could bleed into competitive tournaments or limited-time modes. Though nothing has been confirmed, the idea of players battling for V-Bucks - or even real money, in Squid Game-style events has fans intrigued. There's also curiosity around cosmetics. While Epic Games has yet to confirm the release of Squid Game-themed skins, many expect that Pink Guard outfits, contestant tracksuits, and themed emotes will soon hit the Item Shop - a familiar pattern following collaborations with franchises like The Walking Dead and Fall Guys. The crossover has already stirred mixed reactions online. While some fans hailed it as 'the most peak collab to date,' others called Squid Game 'overrated' or questioned Fortnite's recent creative direction. Still, with its official rollout just weeks away, the collaboration promises to offer players a gripping new way to engage with both franchises. Whether you're in it to survive, build, or simply collect cosmetics, Fortnite's dive into Squid Game territory marks a bold gamble - and one the community will be watching very closely.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Squid Game' cast and creative team reveal why Mingle was the standout Season 2 set piece and hopes for Season 3
There were no games afoot on May 30 when Netflix took over the Egyptian Theater in Los Angeles to celebrate Season 2 of Squid Game with the show's creative team and cast. Though Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk and his crew saved Season 3 teasers for the Netflix's big Tudum presentation on Saturday, Hwang hinted to Gold Derby that fans need to buckle up for the upcoming spectacle: 'There are great games," he teased. "They are going to be beyond your expectations.' Meanwhile the FYC event was about celebrating the second chapter of the worldwide phenomenon with Kim Ji-yong, editor Man Na-young, and production designer Chae Kyoung-sun, along with cast members Lee Jung-jae (Gi-hun), Lee Byung-hun (In-ho/Front Man), Choi Seung hyun, aka TOP (Thanos), Park Syung-hoon (Hyun-ju), and Kang Ae-sim (Geum-ja). While some fan-favorite games from the first season like Red Light, Green Light made it into the sophomore season, the Squid Game team also had to up the ante. The FYC event included a screening of the penultimate episode, which showcased the brutal game Mingle, which Hwang admitted during the post-screening panel was the game he was most excited to bring to audiences in the new season. More from GoldDerby Selena Gomez, Martin Short, Steve Martin and the 'Only Murders in the Building' cast share their personal highlights from Season 4 'Bridget Jones' star Renée Zellweger's emotional admission: 'I didn't want Mark Darcy to go away' 'It's in my contract that I have great clothes, funny lines, and a lover': Christine Baranski on her surging career in her 70sfor Netflix "Mingle is a game that I grew up playing. It's something that I used to play even before I went to elementary school. That is a game that teaches very young children about what the world is really like," the director told the audience. "You are shown a number, and you have to form a group by urging or holding on to that number of people. Then a minute later, when a different number shows up, you have to exclude someone. It teaches the cruel principles of society. … It's a little bit cruel and strange that such a game is played by young children, so it was the perfect game to show." Mingle was also the crown jewel for production designer Chae Kyoung-sun, who had to work with multiple teams to build the giant carousel set that could support the entire cast during the epic game. "Director Hwang wanted all of the players on the carousel. This was going to be a difficult task, so I worked together with the VFX team to make sure that we could withstand the weight of all the players," she explained. "We did a lot of tests to make sure that it was safe for all of the players to get on it. It was the most challenging set for me to create, but a lot of the cast members loved it a lot so I was so happy." The Mingle set also provided some of the most provocative shots featured in Season 2. Cinematographer Kim Ji-yong set up a downward-facing camera high above the group during the scrimmage sequences, giving audiences a birds-eye view of the chaos as players scrambled over each other to find their teams and make it to the safety zones. "On the day of the shoot, we had the camera up there, and it looked much cooler than we thought it would. Director Hwang really liked that, so he used it more than we planned to use it," he said on the panel. "The camera is so far away, up ahead, it's almost as if you're looking into a cell through a microscope. I thought that was so cool and special." Mingle wasn't just important to Season 2 because of the visual spectacle, but it also cemented the bonds between Geum-ja and her son Yong-sik (Yang Dong-geun), but also between Geum-ja and Hyun-ju. The evolution of the relationship between the matriarch of the season and transgender character Hyun-ju was meant to be symbolic of society moving towards full acceptance of the LGBTQ community. Photo byfor Netflix "While the world view of the LGBTQ community is improving, I still think there's some bias. There are some prejudices in the world," Park Sung-hoon told Gold Derby on the Squid Game rainbow carpet. "Hyun-ju is such a cool character. She's so lovable. We saw that Geum-ja warmed up to her. I hoped that viewers would do the same." The actor and former figure skater elaborated on that hope during the panel, teasing that there's more to come between Geum-ja and Hyun-ju in Season 3. "We go through a lot together in Season 3. We develop an even stronger bond. Despite being close on set, what was more important was that we had a lot of booze and alcohol happening, so that's how we built all that chemistry," he added with a laugh. Unfortunately, the fan-favorite character Thanos will not be there to witness that bond after he was murdered with his own weapon of choice — a fork — in Season 2. While Thanos will not continue, he will not be forgotten. Actor Choi Seung-hyun first rose to fame as the rapper TOP in the second-generation K-pop group BigBang, but faced a public downfall when he was found guilty of smoking marijuana — a major crime in Korea. Squid Game Season 2 marked his big return to the spotlight and the actor shared in the panel how grateful he was to be embraced by the global Netflix audience. "When I first read the script, I had to come face to face with my past mistake. When I was looking at Thanos, it took a lot of courage for me to take on this role. Director Hwang had so much trust in me that I could muster up the courage and take on the role," he said, earning a huge round of applause. "I don't think Thanos is a flat villain with just malice. He's kind of like a man-child. He doesn't know what to do. He's a little bit comedic, but while I am playing the character, I think it was an opportunity for me to self-reflect on my past and really think about what I've done wrong. Through Squid Game and this character Thanos, I feel like I have done my self-reflection, and I am ready to move on to a new chapter of my life." Someone also looking for redemption is Gi-hun, the central protagonist of the show. He managed to escape the games in Season 1, only to return for revenge and to be the hero in Season 2. Lee Jung-jae shared how he tackled the challenge of playing a much more harried Gi-hun in Season 2. "I think because he has different motives and objectives, between the Gi-hun that you see in Season 1 and the person that you see in Season 2. It's only natural that the emotions they feel are very different and naturally, the facial expressions and the overall mood you get from the character is very different," he explained. "If you think about the storyline after having gone through everything that Gi-hun has gone through in Season 1, all of the trauma and all of the cruelty that he has seen and experienced, he cannot just go back to the way he was before. I was thinking about that from the moment when he decided he's going to go back and stop these games." Netflix Gi-hun's mission is far from over. Season 2 ended with the Front Man once again gaining control of the game and forcing Gi-hun to watch another close ally die right in front of him. The hero will be attempting to get justice and shut the Squid Games down once and for all from him lowest point yet, but creator Hwang Dong-hyuk hasn't given up on the audience finding a message of hope in the series. "As the creator, I have so many messages. I wish I could talk about all of them, but to just pick one, if we continue to live the way we are living currently and in the future society, it is going to be too dark. I hope people think about what kind of future do we want to leave our next generation. Let's be more understanding and considerate of others," he told Gold Derby. Hwang elaborated on the panel that he wants the show to encourage people to think about their choice and how they use their voice. He wants more collaboration between people so that societies can choose the truly best leaders to progress us as a civilization. "Almost all of us are being dominated by algorithms and AI,' he said. 'That's where we get most of our information from, and AI is capable now of generating so much fake news without a lot of us detecting that it is fake news," he said in his closing statements. "I just hope that we can take a beat and ask ourselves can the majority rule? Can democracy guide us on the right path? Is it capable of making the right choice? I hope that we can come together and think about those things, and be concerned together. I hope [the series] provides an opportunity and room for us to do that." 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Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
‘Squid Game' season 3 trailer promises bloody finale and shocking twists. Check release date, cast, plot
Netflix drops intense 'Squid Game' season 3 trailer ahead of explosive final chapter Netflix has officially released the trailer for the third and final season of Squid Game, confirming the highly anticipated global premiere for June 27. With creator Hwang Dong-hyuk returning at the helm, the trailer hints at an emotionally intense and violently thrilling conclusion to one of the streaming platform's most iconic trailer, which premiered during Netflix's Tudum event, sets a grim tone from the outset. It begins with Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), unconscious inside a black gift box—the same kind used to transport the deceased in earlier seasons—before being unveiled by stunned onlookers. The games have resumed, and Gi-hun finds himself once again caught in their vicious cycle. As he screams, 'Why didn't you kill me? Why did you keep me alive?' the trailer sets the stage for a deeper psychological unraveling. Season 2 ended with Gi-hun's attempted rebellion thwarted, his friend Jung-bae executed by the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) as a warning. Season 3 picks up in the aftermath, with Gi-hun reentering the arena, more determined than ever to dismantle the deadly institution from within. The tension between him and the Front Man builds to a head, culminating in a confrontation where the latter coldly asks, 'Do you still believe in people?' — NetflixIndia (@NetflixIndia) The trailer reintroduces several returning characters including the detective Hwang Jun-ho, Hyun-ju, Geum-ja, and pink guard No-eul. Fans are also given a glimpse at new participants and unexpected game designs. A revamped version of the childhood game 'Red Light, Green Light' makes its return, with the menacing doll Young-hee taking center stage in an even more sinister role. Another sequence features a disturbing twist on jump rope—now inspired by a traditional Korean children's song, 'Kkomaya Kkomaya'—with gameplay requiring synchronized moves under life-or-death of the most intense visuals teases the return of the Tug of War challenge, now redesigned with unknown but more perilous rules. A gumball machine also appears in the trailer, dispensing red and blue balls that seemingly determine players' fates, adding an unpredictable element to the already ruthless competition. The story continues to revolve around Gi-hun's desire to uncover the truth behind the games and bring justice to those who were lost. His journey leads him closer to In-ho, also known as the Front Man, whose identity as the former champion turned orchestrator has only deepened the betrayal. The trailer suggests a final showdown between the two is inevitable—one that may either put an end to the deadly spectacle or perpetuate its legacy. Adding more intrigue is the return of In-ho's brother, Jun-ho, who continues his mission to uncover the secrets of the game's headquarters. As VIPs are once again welcomed into the bloody circus, the internal power struggle appears ready to erupt. The final season features an expanded cast alongside returning stars. In addition to Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun, actors such as Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Wi Ha-jun, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, and others are set to appear. The show is once again produced by Firstman Studio, with Hwang and Kim Ji-yeon serving as executive the trailer drop, fans flooded social media with intense reactions. One user wrote, 'When Gi-hun and In-ho finally met, OMG my heart dropped…' Another stated, 'Not a simple jump rope game, inspired by Korean tradition.' Others expressed relief at not having to wait years between seasons, while some humorously lamented their emotional readiness for the finale. With all episodes premiering on June 27, Squid Game Season 3 is positioned to deliver a chilling, high-stakes end to a series that redefined survival drama. The trailer promises a blend of brutal gameplay, unresolved personal vendettas, and thematic reflections on trust, power, and redemption.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Squid Game' season 3 trailer promises bloody finale and shocking twists. Check release date, cast, plot
Netflix has officially released the trailer for the third and final season of Squid Game, confirming the highly anticipated global premiere for June 27. With creator Hwang Dong-hyuk returning at the helm, the trailer hints at an emotionally intense and violently thrilling conclusion to one of the streaming platform's most iconic series. Trailer Signals Return to Brutality and Psychological Chaos The trailer, which premiered during Netflix's Tudum event, sets a grim tone from the outset. It begins with Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), unconscious inside a black gift box—the same kind used to transport the deceased in earlier seasons—before being unveiled by stunned onlookers. The games have resumed, and Gi-hun finds himself once again caught in their vicious cycle. As he screams, 'Why didn't you kill me? Why did you keep me alive?' the trailer sets the stage for a deeper psychological unraveling. Season 2 ended with Gi-hun's attempted rebellion thwarted, his friend Jung-bae executed by the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) as a warning. Season 3 picks up in the aftermath, with Gi-hun reentering the arena, more determined than ever to dismantle the deadly institution from within. The tension between him and the Front Man builds to a head, culminating in a confrontation where the latter coldly asks, 'Do you still believe in people?' — NetflixIndia (@NetflixIndia) Deadly Games, New Twists, and Returning Characters The trailer reintroduces several returning characters including the detective Hwang Jun-ho, Hyun-ju, Geum-ja, and pink guard No-eul. Fans are also given a glimpse at new participants and unexpected game designs. A revamped version of the childhood game 'Red Light, Green Light' makes its return, with the menacing doll Young-hee taking center stage in an even more sinister role. Another sequence features a disturbing twist on jump rope—now inspired by a traditional Korean children's song, 'Kkomaya Kkomaya'—with gameplay requiring synchronized moves under life-or-death pressure. One of the most intense visuals teases the return of the Tug of War challenge, now redesigned with unknown but more perilous rules. A gumball machine also appears in the trailer, dispensing red and blue balls that seemingly determine players' fates, adding an unpredictable element to the already ruthless competition. Gi-hun and In-ho: The Final Confrontation The story continues to revolve around Gi-hun's desire to uncover the truth behind the games and bring justice to those who were lost. His journey leads him closer to In-ho, also known as the Front Man, whose identity as the former champion turned orchestrator has only deepened the betrayal. The trailer suggests a final showdown between the two is inevitable—one that may either put an end to the deadly spectacle or perpetuate its legacy. Adding more intrigue is the return of In-ho's brother, Jun-ho, who continues his mission to uncover the secrets of the game's headquarters. As VIPs are once again welcomed into the bloody circus, the internal power struggle appears ready to erupt. Cast, Release Details, and Reactions The final season features an expanded cast alongside returning stars. In addition to Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun, actors such as Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Wi Ha-jun, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, and others are set to appear. The show is once again produced by Firstman Studio, with Hwang and Kim Ji-yeon serving as executive producers. Following the trailer drop, fans flooded social media with intense reactions. One user wrote, 'When Gi-hun and In-ho finally met, OMG my heart dropped…' Another stated, 'Not a simple jump rope game, inspired by Korean tradition.' Others expressed relief at not having to wait years between seasons, while some humorously lamented their emotional readiness for the finale. With all episodes premiering on June 27, Squid Game Season 3 is positioned to deliver a chilling, high-stakes end to a series that redefined survival drama. The trailer promises a blend of brutal gameplay, unresolved personal vendettas, and thematic reflections on trust, power, and redemption.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'Squid Game' Season 3: Netflix unveils official trailer for series finale ahead of June release
Netflix has released the official trailer for Squid Game Season 3, confirming the return of Gi-hun and a new chapter of brutal survival games. This season serves as the final instalment of the global Korean phenomenon. The trailer opens with a modified version of 'Red Light, Green Light,' featuring Young-hee in a new role. Gi-hun confronts masked guards, asking, 'Why have you kept me alive?' hinting at his central role in the final sequence of games. The footage teases the return of remaining players from Season 2 and introduces revamped challenges, including a darker take on the infamous Tug of War. New and returning characters such as Seon-nyeo, Hyun-ju, and Jang Geum-ja are shown, promising more depth and emotional weight. The trailer also indicates Gi-hun will finally learn of In-ho's betrayal. With deadly games, psychological tension, and unresolved loyalties, the series is set to conclude with high stakes and emotional resonance. The release follows just six months after Season 2, reducing fan wait time significantly. The final season of Squid Game premieres June 27 on Netflix.
