Introduction to the Teaser

As fans eagerly await the release of the highly anticipated third season of Squid Game, Netflix has shared a sneak peek teaser that, despite revealing little, has sparked extensive discussion and speculation among viewers.

Recap of Season 2 Highlights

Following the premiere of Squid Game 2 in December, which concluded Netflix’s 2024 holiday programming, the series quickly captivated audiences, racking up 68 million views within its first week. The new season ended on a dramatic cliffhanger, setting the stage for what many are now viewing as Season 2, Part 2.

Three years subsequent to the events of the initial season, protagonist Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) becomes determined to disrupt the cruel games, dedicating his winnings to this mission. His journey takes a pivotal turn when he confronts the enigmatic Recruiter (Gong Yoo) and later engages in a tense encounter with the Front Man.

Character Developments and New Additions

Throughout Season 2, viewers were introduced to a range of new characters, such as:

• Ex-military operative Dae-ho (Kang Ha-neul)
• Hyun-ju (Park Sung-hoon), a trans woman seeking funds for her surgery
• Mother-son pair Yong-sik (Yang Dong-geun) and Geum-ja (Kang Ae-sim)
• Pregnant contestant Jun-hee (Jo Yu-ri)
• Guard No-eul (Park Gyu-young)

In a gripping finale, Gi-hun successfully persuades his fellow competitors to act as if they are deceased, initiating a rebellion against their captors.

Teaser Insights for Season 3

The teaser for Season 3 appears to pick up immediately after Season 2’s dramatic events, featuring Gi-hun re-entering the players’ dormitory under mysterious circumstances. The teaser contains flashes of familiar faces as well as new games and unsettling scenes with the VIPs. Notably, a haunting sound of a crying baby concludes the teaser, hinting at Jun-hee’s expected labor.

Release Date

Fans can expect the next chapter of Squid Game to begin streaming on Netflix starting June 27, 2025.