Netflix launches Squid Game: Unleashed as a multiplayer video game adaptation

Netflix has announced a new video game called "Squid Game: Unleashed," which transforms the show's intense games into multiplayer experiences. Unlike the original series, players can repeatedly try the games without facing real consequences, making it more cartoonish and less deadly. The game's director, Bill Jackson, stated that player feedback drove the decision to create a competitive game rather than a narrative-focused adaptation. Players expressed a desire to participate in the games, even if it meant failing or "dying" in the game. This shift highlights a trend in gaming where brutal themes are repackaged for entertainment. Jackson noted that this desire for competition reflects a broader appeal in video games, where players enjoy the thrill of competition in a safe environment.