In the second season of Netflix's "Squid Game," viewers are introduced to a series of new and deadly challenges that test the contestants' physical and psychological limits. Here's a breakdown of the games featured in "Squid Game" Season 2 and how they're played:
1. Ddakji
Introduction: Before entering the main games, potential contestants encounter the Salesman, who challenges them to a game of Ddakji.
Rules: Ddakji is a traditional South Korean game played with folded paper tiles. Two players take turns throwing their tile to flip the opponent's tile on the ground. Success requires precise aim and force.
2. Russian Roulette
Introduction: In a tense encounter, protagonist Seong Gi-hun confronts the Salesman, leading to a high-stakes game of Russian Roulette.
Rules: A single bullet is loaded into a revolver's cylinder, which is then spun. Players take turns pressing the trigger while pointing the gun at themselves, with each round increasing the risk of a fatal outcome.
3. Red Light, Green Light
Introduction: This game returns from the first season as the initial challenge for the new set of contestants.
Rules: Players must move towards the finish line when "Green Light" is called and freeze when "Red Light" is announced. Movement during "Red Light" results in immediate elimination. The game is overseen by a large robotic doll equipped with motion sensors.
4. Six-Legged Pentathlon
Introduction: This complex game requires teamwork and individual skill, comprising five mini-games.
Rules: Players form teams of five, with their legs bound together, creating a "six-legged" unit. They must complete the following mini-games within a set time:
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Ddakji: Flip a paper tile by striking it with another.
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Flying Stone: Knock over a standing stone by throwing another stone at it.
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Gonggi: A traditional game involving tossing and catching small stones in specific sequences.
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Spinning Top: Spin a top using a string and ensure it remains spinning for a certain duration.
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Jegi: Keep a shuttlecock-like object (jegi) in the air by kicking it multiple times without letting it touch the ground.
Failure to complete any mini-game within the allotted time results in the entire team's elimination.
GONGGI is AKA 'Air PLAY'
The "air play" game in Squid Game is a conceptual variation of traditional children's games involving elements of balance, precision, and aerial dynamics. Here's how it typically works:
Rules for Air Play in Squid Game
Objective: Contestants must use specific tools or their hands to keep an object airborne for as long as possible without letting it touch the ground.
Setup:
- Each contestant is provided with an object like a shuttlecock, ball, or lightweight disc.
- The game area may have obstacles or boundaries, increasing the difficulty.
Gameplay:
- Players must strike, toss, or bounce the object to keep it in the air.
- Only specific body parts or tools are allowed (e.g., hands, feet, or paddles).
- Depending on the variation, there might be a minimum height the object must reach with each strike.
Elimination Criteria:
- If the object touches the ground, the player is eliminated.
- Striking the object outside the designated area or using unauthorized techniques results in penalties or disqualification.
- Time limits or cumulative airborne durations may determine progression to the next round.
Advanced Challenges:
- Environmental factors like wind or moving platforms may be introduced to increase difficulty.
- Team-based variations may require passing the object between players without dropping it.
The game symbolizes the fragility of life and the importance of maintaining balance under pressure, reflecting the overall themes of survival and strategy in Squid Game.
5. Mingle
Introduction: A game that tests social dynamics and quick decision-making.
Rules: Players stand on a rotating platform. When a number is announced, they must quickly form groups matching that number and enter designated rooms. Those who fail to join a group of the correct size within the time limit are eliminated.
These games in "Squid Game" Season 2 continue the series' exploration of human nature under extreme pressure, blending traditional children's games with high-stakes consequences.
