‘Squid Game’s most terrifying game yet—and what we know about the possible spin-off series

With a new season of the iconic

survival drama

approaching, fresh revelations have emerged from creator and director Hwang Dong Hyuk—unveiling a game that promises to be the most harrowing yet, along with early insights into a potential Squid Game spin-off.On June 4, the official Squid Game X (formerly Twitter) page shared a video featuring director Hwang, cast members from season 3, and season 2 actor T.O.P. reacting to the trailer for the upcoming season. In the video, the director introduced what he calls “the most dramatic and impactful game across all the seasons”—a high-stakes version of hide-and-seek.In this chilling new challenge, players are divided into two teams: blue and red. One group plays the role of attackers, while the other becomes defenders. Set inside a confined space with a ceiling painted like a starry sky, the setting’s serene beauty stands in stark contrast to the brutal game that is about to unfold.The stakes appear to be higher than ever. Fan theories have already dubbed the game “worse than marbles”—a reference to the emotionally devastating game in season one, where players were forced to compete in pairs, often leading to betrayal and loss. The Squid Game page even responded to one such fan post with a cryptic eye emoji, further fueling speculation that this hide-and-seek variant will be soul-crushing in its intensity.

While no spin-off has been officially confirmed, Hwang Dong Hyuk hasn't ruled out the possibility. Speaking at the 2025 Gotham Television Awards, he teased his concept for a side story. “If I make a spin-off, it will be a story happening between season 1 and 2. There was a three-year gap between the two seasons, so I want to show what happened during that time,” he said.As fans wait eagerly for the next installment, one thing is clear: Squid Game isn’t just returning—it’s aiming to shake audiences like never before.