Squid Game: The Challenge season two review – nothing you see here is OK

The GuardianTuesday, November 4, 2025 at 8:00:23 AM
Squid Game: The Challenge season two review – nothing you see here is OK
The second season of 'Squid Game: The Challenge' has sparked controversy as it transforms the dark themes of the original series into a reality competition. Critics argue that the show exploits desperate individuals for entertainment, raising ethical concerns about the portrayal of cash-strapped participants engaging in humiliating challenges. This adaptation of a critically acclaimed narrative into a gameshow format has left many questioning the morality of such entertainment, highlighting the troubling intersection of capitalism and reality TV.
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