“Squid Game 2” Mid-Credits Scene and What It Tells Us About the Finale
- Gi-hun’s fight against the 'Squid Game' creators takes a shocking turn.
- The mid-credits scene teases deadlier games with two terrifying dolls.
- Season 3 promises a thrilling finale with higher stakes than ever.
The nerve-shredding second season of Squid Game is here, and fans are reeling. And it’s just as intense, thrilling, and heartbreaking as we hoped—and feared—it would be. Seong Gi-hun is back, battling his demons and some very real villains.
With ₩45.6 billion (over £20 million) on the line, the players are risking life and sanity for a shot at redemption—or survival. But Gi-hun isn’t here for money. He’s here for revenge. Season 2 packs heartbreak, betrayal, and twists sharp enough to cut steel.
Just when you think things couldn’t get worse for Gi-hun, the finale delivers a powerful gut-punch. And if that’s not enough, the mid-credits scene teases even bigger dangers in the future.
Squid Game season 2 finale explained
By the time we get to the finale, Seong Gi-hun’s (Lee Jung-jae) rebellion against the game’s creators seems to be gaining traction. He’s teamed up with Jung-bae and others to fight back, and they’re so close to success. But then comes the betrayal that changes everything.
Young-il plays the long game, earning Gi-hun’s trust before flipping the script. At a crucial moment, he turns his gun on his allies, ensuring Gi-hun’s plans crumble. Then, with a dramatic flourish, Young-il reclaims his role as the dreaded Front Man.
The worst part? Young-il spares Gi-hun but kills Jung-bae, Gi-hun’s only real friend left. The Front Man spares Gi-hun but leaves him broken—physically, emotionally, and mentally.
The Front Man never even reveals his identity to Gi-hun, leaving him with unanswered questions and even more trauma. This ending sets the stage for what’s to come. Gi-hun may have lost this battle, but the fight isn’t over. The stage is set for the ultimate showdown. But will he survive what’s next?
What does the mid-credit scene of Squid Game season 2 mean for the finale?
If you’re one of those people who skips the credits, you’re missing out. Squid Game season 2’s mid-credits scene is a huge teaser for season 3. And yes, it’s just as creepy as you’d expect.
In this short clip, we see three new players—Players 096, 100, and 353—entering the next round of “Red Light, Green Light.” But there’s a twist. The original giant doll, Yung-hee, is back. And she’s got company. Standing opposite her is a male doll named Cheol-su.
This new setup means players can’t use the same tricks they did before. In season 1, Gi-hun and the others managed to survive by hiding behind taller players. But with dolls watching from both sides, there’s nowhere to hide.
The game is deadlier than ever. This quick glimpse confirms one thing: the games are getting darker. And season 3 promises a showdown that’ll leave us breathless. For Gi-hun and the other players, survival is about to become even harder.
Here’s everything we know about Squid Game season 3
The good news is Squid Game‘s Season 3 is officially happening. And the bad news is we’ll have to wait until 2025 to see it. But judging by what we’ve learned so far, it’s going to be worth the wait. Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has confirmed that season 3 will be the final chapter of Squid Game, saying (per Netflix’s TUDUM):
The fierce clash between [Gi-hun and Front Man’s] two worlds will continue into the series finale with Season 3, which will be brought to you next year.
Many familiar faces will return, including Lee Jung-jae as Gi-hun, Lee Byung-hun as the Front Man, and Wi Ha-joon as Hwang Jun-ho. The teaser also introduced us to Cheol-su, the new male doll, who will play a major role in the upcoming season.
Fans can breathe easy knowing the final season has already been filmed. The wait isn’t forever—season 3 drops in 2025. Until then, brace for theories, trailers, and endless speculation.
Squid Game 2 is available to stream on Netflix!