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Squid Game Creator Reveals Alternate Ending That Fans Say Should’ve Been the Real One

The final season of Netflix’s global phenomenon is here… with mixed reviews.

Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has revealed that season 3 almost had a drastically different ending — an ending that might have gone over better with fans still divided over how the hit series wrapped.

In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Hwang said he originally wrote an ending where Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, leaves the deadly games behind for good. That’s a sharp contrast to the version that made it to screen, where Gi-hun sacrifices his life in the end for the new Player 222.

Hwang shared that his original plan for the Netflix series was far more hopeful. Gi-hun, the show’s main character, would have ended the game, left alive and reunited with his daughter in the US.

«In the beginning, I had a vague idea about how I would end the story. And back then, it was having Gi-hun end the game, in one way or another, and leave alive and go see his daughter in America,» Hwang said. «So originally, I thought the person who witnesses the American recruiter woman would be Gi-hun.»

But over time, Hwang said the story evolved as he reflected on current events and the show’s larger message. «I was witnessing more and more what was happening around the world,» he said, and ultimately decided that Gi-hun’s sacrifice should carry a heavier meaning.

«I thought it was more fitting for Gi-hun to send this powerful and impactful message to the world,» Hwang explained, adding that the darker ending was meant to reflect the urgent sacrifices needed in today’s world to secure a better future.

Read also: How to Watch Squid Game Season 3 on Netflix

Audience reactions to the season 3 finale

It’s a choice that didn’t sit well with a big chunk of the Squid Game fanbase. Some felt the final twist betrayed Gi-hun’s character arc, especially after he spent two seasons suffering immense trauma and appearing to prioritize his family’s safety. Others found it too bleak and open-ended, sparking passionate discussions — and plenty of memes — online.

This isn’t the first time a Squid Game finale has stirred controversy. When Season 1 premiered in 2021, the series became a global phenomenon almost overnight, smashing Netflix records and turning its bleak social commentary into must-watch television. But even then, the final episodes left fans divided.

Now, Hwang’s ending is fueling speculation about whether the show’s final season will actually set up for a US spin-off show.

Talk of a possible US spin-off

Hwang emphasized that Cate Blanchett’s surprise cameo as an American recruiter in the Los Angeles finale wasn’t meant to set up a future spin-off, but rather to underline a broader thematic point. He clarified to The Hollywood Reporter that he «didn’t end it on that note in order to deliberately leave room for further stories to happen,» explaining that the storyline for Gi‑hun and the Front Man in Korea truly came to a close.

He said that the American recruiter scene was crafted to symbolize the enduring nature of capitalist systems.

That said, Hwang acknowledged rumors of a David Fincher–linked American version and said he’d watch it if it was made, but as of now, there’s no official confirmation from Netflix.

Read more: Netflix Review: Our Top Pick in a Sea of Streaming Choices

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im

All of these services work on the same principle — fast, borderless internet without roaming stress.

Why It Matters Most in Summer

During the holiday season, roaming networks get overloaded, and prices for mobile data abroad often become an unpleasant surprise for travelers.

eSIM solves this problem:

* transparent, fixed pricing
* activation in 1–2 minutes
* stable internet while traveling
* no physical SIM cards required

Final Thoughts

Travel should be about freedom — not hunting for Wi-Fi or worrying about phone bills.

eSIM is quickly becoming the new global standard for mobile connectivity: simple, fast, and borderless.

Verum E-SIM and its partner services are part of this shift, making global connectivity accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Technologies

Episode 2 of the VERUM Mini-Series is Now Out

The story continues. Verum Messenger has released the second episode of its AI mini-series, which follows the conflict between the powerful Omega corporation, aiming to control digital communications, and a team of heroes who have chosen a different path and free communication.

The mini-series not only develops an engaging storyline but also introduces viewers to the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, showcasing technologies and tools that may redefine the future of modern communication.

The project consists of 7 episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 2 is now available. Stay tuned and don’t miss what comes next.

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Verum Messenger Launches an AI Mini-Series

Verum Messenger has unveiled a new project — a mini-series created using Verum AI. The story consists of 7 episodes and will be released on the messenger’s social media channels.

The plot revolves around a global corporation seeking to take control of digital communications and a group of heroes who use Verum Messenger as a tool of resistance. Beyond the story itself, the series highlights the app’s key features, technologies, and advantages.

Combining entertainment with a showcase of the Verum ecosystem, the project presents a dynamic digital series designed for the modern era.

The first episode premieres today, with the remaining episodes to be released over time.

Stay tuned for more.

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