At the season 3 premiere of Squid Game, held on June 18 at The Plaza Hotel in New York City, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk hinted at the possibility of expanding the Squid Game universe. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, Hwang revealed that while he couldn’t confirm any concrete details at the moment, a spinoff might be in the cards.
“I cannot just tell right now when and how it’s going to happen,” he said, “But there is a chance.” This statement has sparked curiosity among fans, raising hopes that the gripping narrative might continue beyond the upcoming final season.
Gi-hun Returns With Vengeance as Final Season Promises Darker, Deadlier Game Ahead
As anticipation builds for the series’ return, Squid Game season 3 is set to premiere on Netflix on June 27. The new season will pick up directly from where season 2 ended, with protagonist Seong Gi-hun, known as Player 456 and portrayed by Lee Jung-jae, still reeling from the failed rebellion against the game’s organizers. The previous season concluded with the shocking revelation of The Front Man’s identity—Hwang In-ho, played by Lee Byung-hun—and the traumatic death of Park Jung-bae right in front of Gi-hun.
Squid Game Creator Teases Possible Spinoff as Final Season Promises Darker TwistsThe official synopsis for the final season reveals a darker and more emotionally intense narrative. Gi-hun is portrayed as a man devastated by loss, particularly the death of his best friend, and increasingly tormented by The Front Man’s actions. Despite this emotional turmoil, Gi-hun remains resolute in his mission to dismantle the deadly game. Meanwhile, The Front Man continues with his next steps, and the remaining players are forced to face increasingly severe consequences as the twisted competition continues.
A Tense Showdown and Hints at the Future Beyond the Final Season
Netflix released a chilling trailer for the final season during its Tudum 2025 event in May. The trailer features intense scenes, including a desperate Gi-hun questioning why he was spared, and glimpses of a brutal jump rope round that takes the game’s cruelty to new heights.
Tensions escalate as surviving contestants are pushed to their limits, and Gi-hun is escorted to confront The Front Man in the control room. The final exchange between the two—“Player 456, do you still have faith in people?”—sets the tone for a dramatic and emotionally charged conclusion.
While season 3 has been officially confirmed as the final installment of Squid Game, Hwang Dong-hyuk’s recent comments have sparked speculation about what might come next for the franchise. A potential spinoff could explore untold parts of the game’s universe, such as the origins of the organization or the backgrounds of other contestants.
For now, fans are focused on the upcoming June 27 premiere, eager to see how Gi-hun’s story concludes—yet many are also hopeful that Squid Game could continue in a new and unexpected direction.