Some shows just take over the internet, sparking endless conversations. Remember when Squid Game hit the screens? It did just that. From its nail-biting games to jaw-dropping twists, it had everyone watching it, wanting to watch it, or talking about it! While you count down the days to Squid Game's return, there are plenty of Korean thrillers out there ready to fill the gap. 

So, if you had fun watching Squid Games, there you are at the right place! Here are similar or maybe even better shows that you might want to give a shot.

There is a new Korean sensation on Netflix, it is all the hype and has ranked as one of the most-watched non-English series! This show is a thrilling twist on the zombie genre, set in a high school. Imagine your classmates turning into flesh-eating monsters! That is exactly what happens when a deadly virus breaks out, and a group of students has to stick together to make it out alive. The setting is pretty wild too. Those boring old classroom sets turn into fierce battlegrounds where every corner becomes a case of life or death. And the real horror was not just the zombies. It was watching society crumble around you. 

Now, the series is called All of Us Are Dead and is also a bit like Squid Games in the sense that it will have you tensed on the edge with each of its scenes. So, go stream this trending fan-favorite on Netflix before its gone! 

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If you thought Squid Game was a killer, wait till you get a load of Hellbound. This Netflix thriller, cooked up by Yeon Sang-ho, yes the genius behind Train to Busan will take you to a spine-chilling world where angels are not the gentle messengers like you have heard. These angels put on a public show, sending sinners straight to hell using monstrous creatures that do the dirty work.

At first glance, Hellbound might seem like any horror flick, but it is so much more. It will give you the chills, as it peels back the layers of humanity's darkest corners, making it a must-watch for anyone who loves a story that sends shivers down their spine. 

Inspired by Lauren Oliver's novel, the series Panic goes deep into themes of ambition and desperation, kind of like what you saw in Squid Game. But, this one is aimed at young adults who got the axe after just one season. Panic, may not have caught on as much as Squid Game, but it still spins a gripping tale about just how far people will go to change their luck in life.

Here is a little peek into this series, in this small, sleepy town of Carp, Texas, there is this wild tradition that high school seniors take part in every summer called, Panic. It is this secret game The show throws them into a bunch of dangerous tasks, each one scarier than the last for a price of $50,000, that is up for grabs. The stakes are very high for these young adults and fear constantly shadows them. 

Did you enjoy those real-life competition games in Squid Game, if yes then here is something for you, a South Korean reality show on Netflix called Physical: 100, where 100 contestants, with ripped and fit bodies come from different athletic backgrounds battle it out. Bodybuilders, MMA fighters, gymnasts, and even military folks go head-to-head in some seriously tough physical challenges. The goal of this show is to find out who has the ultimate physique.

People cannot stop talking about it! They love the show's engaging format and are wowed by what these competitors can do. It is quite the nail-biter, with every episode packed with intense battles. 

If you are that person who likes the thrill of shows based on psychological stuff, and sci-fi, you might want to add Dr. Brain to your watchlist. Dr. Brain is all about this genius brain scientist who is dealing with his own issues. He comes up with a way to swap memories between people because he wants to get to the bottom of a big family mystery. What follows is a trip down the rabbit hole, like a wild, trippy dream, especially when he finds himself digging into the memories of both the living and the dead. 

Dr. Brain is not a watch for the faint-hearted, its visuals will make your head spin, and is also a deeply emotional watch. The show leaves no room for a break as it goes deep into its characters' vulnerabilities, pulling you into a story that is touching and quite crazy.

If you loved the high-stakes drama of Squid Game, then the Japanese series, Alice in Borderland is a must-watch. It is a thrilling alternative to watch that really digs into what makes you tick under extreme pressure. Here you follow the wild journey of three pals, Arisu, Karube, and Chōta. Something whisks the trio away to another world, where they are faced with these crazy, life-or-death games. 

Now, if you are thinking this sounds a bit like Squid Games, no there is a difference. Yes, Squid Games is all about pitting players against each other, but Alice in Borderland is more about cracking these complex puzzles and mind-bending challenges. The show is full of intense action scenes and plot twists that make you feel like you are the one playing.  

If you are into cutthroat games that show no mercy, Kaiji might be the next show to keep you obsessed. This anime does not just share a similar vibe to Squid Game, it goes even deeper into the same kind of intense, high-risk world. In this anime world, you follow a guy drowning in debt who gets another shot through a series of high-stakes games. The games are crazy as you probably figured. Imagine playing a lethal version of Rock, Paper, Scissors, or being on an electrified balance beam, while people bet on whether you make it out alive, that is what Kaiji is all about, the thrill of nearing death. 

If you were hooked on Squid Game, there is a very high chance you will dig Kaiji. It has got those same nail-biting stakes as Squid Game, where players will go to great lengths to outsmart each other. The suspense and mind games make it a top pick for Squid Game followers.

If you thought Squid Game was everything Korean thrillers had to offer, then you are wrong, because Sweet Home here, will take you on one heck of a rollercoaster. Picture this: a bunch of strangers stuck inside an apartment building, while the world outside slowly morphs into a monster-infested nightmare. But they are not just any monsters, they are the physical forms of the characters' inner demons. So, each terrifying encounter gets personal, real quick.

Sweet Home has all that heart-pounding action and monster showdowns, but it does not stop there. It hits you with a heavy dose of drama as the survivors wrestle with their own fears and desires. If you were all about the tension and unpredictability that Squid Game had, then get ready to lose some sleep over this one.

If you were ever in a situation where you got a chance at making it better, but it might just kill you, would you take that shot? By the end of this show, you might just be answering this question. 3% is a show about a tough world where these young adults get one big shot at breaking free from their tough lives. The challenges they have to make it through are no walk in the park. You will be seeing mind-altering psychological tests and physical trials. 

The catch of this show is that only a tiny 3% make it through to the better side of the world.  3% delivers a story that keeps you hanging on to the edge of your seat in hope for the characters as it explores just how far people will go for a shot at a better life.

Here is an interesting take on real-life games like in Squid Game, in this 2000 film Battle Royale, things get pretty wild when some high school students are dumped on a deserted island and told to fight each other until only one remains. All this madness is being controlled like a video game by a ruthless, controlling government. It is brutal and shocking, there is no doubt about that. 

Battle Royale taps into that deep fear of having to go up against your friends in a life-or-death situation. The intense violence and the tough moral choices may be difficult for some, but if Squid Game is your cup of tea then this will be just right for you.

Korean dramas have this knack for keeping you on the edge of your seat, blending suspense, emotion, and thrilling twists that make you gasp. Squid Game was one of them making it big on screens everywhere, and as fans wait for Squid Game, season 2 which has earned rave reviews by film critic who foreshadowed more to come as well. These shows which are clearly no exception act as the perfect buffer during this wait time! 

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So, which show are you excited to watch first? Or did we miss a thriller you think deserves a spot? Let us know in the comments below!