As we kick off the long-awaited Squid Game Season 2, we’ve taken a closer look at the challenging competitions featured in the Netflix series. Among these, one particular challenge stands out in terms of difficulty.
For many viewers, watching Squid Game is a mix of horror and contemplation: as we witness the brutal events unfold, we can’t help but wonder, “Could I prevail in a situation like this?” The show cleverly examines human instincts, provoking us to consider our survival instinct when significant stakes are involved.
While each challenge poses its own unique level of difficulty, our analysis excludes any “special games” that involve violence under duress. Instead, we’ve compiled a ranked list of the games featured in both seasons without revealing any spoilers—so there’s no need to worry if you’re just starting or have already finished Season 2.
9. Ddakji (Seasons 1 & 2)
Difficulty Rating: 2/10
Game Rules: Each participant is given a square envelope called a ddakji. One player places their envelope on the ground while the opponent must throw their envelope to flip the first one over.
Why It’s Challenging: Ddakji is primarily a game of skill. In the first episode, Gi-hun struggles to flip the Recruiter’s envelope, illustrating that success hinges on a blend of finesse and technique. It’s an asymmetrical contest where if you don’t have the skill, you’re at a disadvantage, although it may not appear overly difficult at first glance.
8. Marbles (Season 1)
Difficulty Rating: 4/10
Game Rules: Players partner up and each receives 10 marbles, with the chance to play any non-violent game to determine who takes all 20 marbles. Failure to do so within 30 minutes results in elimination.
Why It’s Challenging: The emotional weight of this game is palpable, as players face unbearable decisions: winning could mean the death of a friend, while losing could mean death for themselves. It’s this moral dilemma that amplifies the challenge beyond mere gameplay mechanics.
7. Red Light, Green Light (Seasons 1 & 2)
Difficulty Rating: 5/10
Game Rules: Players need to reach the opposite side of the arena when the doll announces “Green Light”and must freeze when it says “Red Light.”Failure to comply results in immediate death.
Why It’s Challenging: While the game itself is straightforward, the tension of life and death significantly raises the stakes. The fear and pressure create immense psychological obstacles that complicate even the simplest physical actions.
6. Tug of War (Season 1)
Difficulty Rating: 6/10
Game Rules: Two teams of ten compete to pull a rope across a designated line, with lethal consequences hanging above them. Falling results in immediate execution.
Why It’s Challenging: This challenge mirrors physical education fears; if you don’t select your teammates wisely, you risk losing. Strategy, synchrony, and strength are all crucial, making it a high-stakes group effort.
5. Squid Game (Season 1)
Difficulty Rating: Varies / 10
Game Rules: Players are divided into two teams—offense and defense. The objective for the offense is to tap the top of the court while the defense tries to thwart them, with lethal outcomes for anyone who falters.
4. Mingle (Season 2)
Difficulty Rating: 7/10
Game Rules: Contestants stand on a rotating platform, and when it stops, they’re tasked with forming groups of a specified number before racing to a safe room. Any left behind face grim consequences.
Why It’s Challenging: Mingle may seem straightforward initially, but it quickly turns treacherous. Rivalries and survival instincts can lead to desperate decisions, highlighting the complexities of trust under duress.
3. Dalgona (Season 1)
Difficulty Rating: 9/10
Game Rules: Participants receive a dalgona cookie in various shapes and must cut out their assigned shape using only a needle, without breaking it.
Why It’s Challenging: The pressure increases tremendously as players face the risk of failure under life-threatening circumstances. The delicate requirement makes success daunting, amplifying the tension of the challenge significantly.
2. Six-Legged Pentathlon (Season 2)
Difficulty Rating: 10/10
Game Rules: Players are divided into teams with their legs tied together and must navigate a circular track, completing five mini-games within a strict time limit.
- Ddakji: Flip a tile using a folded paper tile.
- Flying Stone: Knock over a stone at a distance.
- Gong-Gi: A complex sequence of throwing and catching small stones.
- Spinning Top: Successfully launch and spin a top using string.
- Jegi: Keep a shuttlecock airborne using feet.
Why It’s Challenging: Success demands not only skill but also impressive teamwork and composure. The pressure of time and the threat of death from failed attempts creates a nerve-wracking scenario for all involved.
1. Glass Bridge (Season 1)
Difficulty Rating: Implicit death risk
Game Rules: Participants must traverse a suspended bridge made of glass panels, with the challenge being each panel’s stability underfoot. They have 16 minutes to complete the crossing.
Why It’s Challenging: Players stepping last benefit from previous choices, while early players face nearly insurmountable odds. The pressure to be correct with every step compounds the already precarious situation, transforming the competition into a lottery of survival.
Don’t miss out on the gripping continuation of this thrilling series—Squid Game Season 2 is available for streaming on Netflix now.
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