The popular South Korean series Squid Game became a worldwide sensation when it was dropped in the middle of the pandemic in 2021. The script of the show was rejected everywhere until Netflix picked it up. It skyrocketed and became the streaming giant’s biggest launch with 111 million views after beating Bridgerton. The show focused on a large group of debt-ridden people who try to compete in a children’s game. If a person lost in the mighty red light-green light game, they were executed on the spot. A recent development surrounding the series has caused a frenzy among the fans.

A social media handle dropped the first poster for the Squid Game: The Challenger reality series based on the popular South Korean series. Further, the streamer also confirmed that the show is set to grace the screens on November 22. The series will feature 456 individuals from all around the world battling it out through various challenges based on the original scripted show. The show has an impressive $4.5 million in cash as prize money that the winner will take home. 

When Netflix dropped the first trailer for the series, fans were quick to point out that the contestants were donning the same green uniform and lining up for the contests. Furthermore, they entered a huge room one by one, and their eyes directly landed on the huge cash prize that awaited them. As one contestant rightly mentioned, “4.5 million dollars?” People do a whole lot worse for a whole lot less.” Fans have mixed emotions regarding the recent announcement. 

Some of them are excited to witness the new era of the popular Korean series. For others, it seems like this might ruin the reputation of the original. So, fans bombarded the comments sections with their genuine questions and queries, reflecting both excitement and confusion.

Fans have mixed emotions regarding this recent announcement

The highly publicized series is set to have 10 episodes. Additionally, the scary red and green light doll will be terrifying contestants in this series as well. From shot to framing choices, the series is confirmed to be the replica of the original South Korean series. While fans are eagerly waiting for season 2 of the original series, this announcement has surely created a buzz.

For some fans, this was delightful news. Showing their excitement, one fan commented, “I want to participate,” and put forward his willingness to be a part of this series. Meanwhile, others are still apprehensive about the reality series ruining the prestige of the main show.

Many believe that it cannot even come close to the original. One fan shared, “Won’t be as great as the OG show,” and hoped that the makers did not ruin the original series. A handful of viewers are eagerly waiting for season 2 of the original Squid Game.

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