Every Squid Game Season 3 Theory That Turned Out True

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Contains spoilers for “Squid Game” Season 3

2021 saw the release of “Squid Game,” a massive hit for Netflix. People worldwide found themselves glued to their screens as they watched characters play deadly versions of childhood games. The main character, Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae), emerged victorious, but at great personal sacrifice. The finale of “Squid Game” Season 1 left viewers with the impression that there were more stories to be told.

It’s been more than three years since Season 2 premiered, leaving viewers plenty of time to ponder where Gi-hun might end up next. Thankfully, the gap between Seasons 2 and 3 was much smaller, but even with less time, fans still shared their theories online. To be honest, there were some fantastic Squid Game Season 3 theories we genuinely hoped would come true, but unfortunately, not many of them materialized as expected.

Now that Season 3 has been released globally, let’s revisit and acknowledge the predictions that turned out to be accurate. Even though some theories might seem self-evident now, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the insights behind them.

Player 246 is kept alive

In “Squid Game” Season 2, Gi-hun and his team attempt to overthrow the deadly tournament, but their efforts result in a disastrous outcome for many. Among those who don’t make it out alive are Gi-hun’s friend Park Jung-bae (played by Lee Seo-hwan) and player 246, also known as Park Gyeong-seok (Lee Jin-wook). However, the circumstances surrounding Gyeong-seok’s demise seem unclear. While there was no doubt that Jung-bae was killed, Gyeong-seok appeared to have been shot in a vague location, suggesting his fate may not be as definitive as it seemed.

A suspicion arose that the person who “fired” at Gyeong-seok might be No-eul (Park Gyu-young), someone with whom he had acquaintance from outside life. At least, she was aware that he had a daughter suffering from blood cancer, which made her understanding why he participated in the games. As Season 3 unfolds, we discover that she was indeed the one who shot him, but it turned out to be a non-lethal wound. In an attempt to move him to the organ harvesting room swiftly, she even threatened the doctor to ensure his recovery, so they could both flee the island together.

In one scenario, it turns out that this particular theory proved accurate, although there were clear hints leading up to the revelation. Character 246 receives significant focus in the games’ storylines, even though they aren’t central to any of them. The connection between No-eul and this character was crucial, and their narrative became an exciting subplot for “Squid Game” Season 3. Seeing this specific development unfold was one of our expectations for “Squid Game” Season 3, making it all the more satisfying to witness its resolution.

Myung-gi kills Hyun-ju

Speculations about the third season of “Squid Game” have been buzzing since before the final episodes were released, and one theory gained traction following the release of the final trailer. This theory suggests that character Lee Myung-gi (played by Im Si-wan), also known as Player 333, might end up killing character Cho Hyun-ju (portrayed by Park Sung-hoon), Player 120. This theory is based on a heated altercation between the two characters that seemed to involve Myung-gi.

It transpires that Hyun-ju is engaged in a struggle with someone else in that video, but later on, she is fatally wounded by Myung-gi when he stabs her from behind. Despite finding the way out of the labyrinth, Hyun-ju decides to retrace her steps to rescue Jun-hee (Jo Yu-ri), Geum-ja (Kang Ae-shim), and the newborn baby, so they can all escape together. Her selflessness ultimately leads to her demise as she fails to notice anyone approaching from the opposite side of the doorway, thus providing Myung-gi with an opportunity to stab her unawares, not realizing that she was assisting Jun-hee.

It’s truly heartbreaking to witness Myung-gi’s actions, but they seem to align with his complex character. As a fan, I can’t help but agree with Im Si-wan when he mentioned during a press conference (via Korea JoongAng Daily) that there are two types of people: those who are inherently evil and those who aren’t, but make mistakes. He believes Myung-gi belongs to the latter group, those who simply make poor choices.

More trolley problems

In “Squid Game” Season 3, the trolley problem seemed less like a wild fan theory and more as an organic extension of the series’ underlying themes. Despite this, fans were convinced that the trolley problems would arise due to the post-credits scene in Season 2, where a group of players enter an arena featuring two large dolls and a railroad crossing structure that glows green. This visual imagery led many viewers to speculate that the show might delve into the philosophical idea of choosing between saving one person on a train track over another.

When people play jump rope, there’s a railroad crossing sign nearby, and they must cross a platform with rails, like on train tracks. Although the imagery is there, the game doesn’t pose a significant moral dilemma similar to the trolley problem. Instead, it’s about crossing without falling off, not pushing or pulling anyone to their demise. In fact, the train-like setting symbolizes how Gi-hun has shown his readiness to put a few at risk for the sake of many, which is the essence of the trolley problem where one person is tied to one track and several more are bound to another.

Towards the close of Season 2, Gi-hun acknowledges that some individuals may perish if they instigate an uprising; however, it’s a necessary risk if they can ensure everyone else’s survival and permanently halt these games. His ethical principles are already blurred, so designing the jump rope stage to resemble the trolley dilemma serves as a powerful lesson that sometimes there are no ideal solutions. On occasion, one must be prepared to relinquish a small part for the greater good.

Player 222 (the baby) is the final winner

In Season 2 of “Squid Game”, it was discovered that Jun-hee was expecting a baby. This suggested that she would eventually give birth, which turned out to be true during Season 3, right in the middle of hide-and-seek – arguably the most inconvenient game for such an event. From then on, the newborn becomes involved in the games, and Gi-hun swears to safeguard the child with all his might.

In the Sky Squid Game, Gi-hun goes beyond the usual limits in his actions. Tragically, Myung-gi perishes before the last button is pressed, leaving only Gi-hun and another player, referred to as Player 222 (a baby), alive. For one of them to survive, the other must perish. Shockingly, most players were ready to toss the infant off the tower, but Gi-hun doesn’t fit the mold of a typical player. In an unexpected turn, Gi-hun sacrifices himself for the sake of the baby, astonishing the VIPs. As a result, Player 222 emerges as the ultimate victor.

Fans speculated that such an event might transpire after Season 2 ended. The series “Squid Game” is certainly dark, yet killing a newborn could have been an excessive act. Luckily, Jun-hee’s child lives and receives enough money to last a lifetime. This outcome may ensure the baby won’t feel pressured to participate in these games again. They’ve escaped the vicious cycle of debt and poverty that has plagued countless others, suggesting a brighter future lies ahead.

The Games are global

In the closing moments of “Squid Game” Season 3, a long-held fan theory gets validated. Character Hwang In-ho (portrayed by Lee Byung-hun) journeys to Los Angeles to deliver Gi-hun’s earnings to his daughter. While in a car, he catches the distinct sound of ddakji being played. Lowering the window, he sees the Salesman, played by Cate Blanchett, engaged in just such an activity with another man. There’s a significant exchange of looks between them, suggesting they recognize each other intimately. In-ho then rolls up the window and continues his journey.

The future of the Korean Squid Game remains uncertain, as the island’s facilities were destroyed and there seems to be a long process ahead to rebuild them if In-ho decides to do so. However, even if this specific version of the games comes to an end, it’s clear that its influence extends globally, with plans for a US adaptation already in place.

It has been disclosed that Netflix is creating an English adaptation of “Squid Game,” with David Fincher involved in its development. The final scene of Season 3 hints at this spinoff, where Cate Blanchett is rumored to star as a Salesman who invites people deep in debt to participate in the games. No release date has been announced yet, but with financial struggles prevalent, there will likely be more stories set within this world. Viewers are also anticipating “Squid Game Zero,” an unofficial title for a prequel series exploring the origins of the games.

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2025-06-28 02:30