South Korean Netflix series Squid Game has been viewed by approximately 142 million Netflix accounts within four weeks of its release – a second season has already been announced. Now the multiplayer game is supposed to be launched in the US and UK.
Interactive games company Immersive Gamebox and Netflix have developed a game in which participants use motion sensors and touchscreen technology to play games from the Netflix series “Squid Game” such as “Red Light, Green Light” and “Glass Bridge”. can master. The game is suitable for two to six players and should be available in September in the US and UK.
To make the gaming experience as authentic and exciting as possible, Immersive Gamebox uses motion sensors and touch screens in digital, intelligent spaces. Unlike in the series, the players are not shot after a defeat, but lose a virtual life. If you are successful, you win virtual money with every challenge you pass.
Immersive Gamebox CEO Will Dean tries to bind the target group to the series. He said, “Reimagining the most popular Netflix series in a whole new format offers customers more ways to stay connected with Squid Game.”
“Squid Game” is nominated for an Emmy
In July, “Squid Game” received multiple nominations for the upcoming Primetime Emmy Awards, which will take place on September 12th. The series also received 14 nominations for major and minor awards, including for Outstanding Drama Series.
While protagonist Lee Jung-jae received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, actress and model Jung Ho-yeon has been nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. “It’s a great honor to be nominated along with these brilliant actors,” said Lee. The actor also thanked viewers and the series’ production team.