Netflix's Squid Game: Unleashed is a free-to-play battle royale game for everyone, including non-Netflix subscribers! This surprising announcement, made at the Big Geoff's Game Awards, is a clever move by Netflix to promote both its gaming service and the upcoming second season of the hit show.

The game, launching December 17th, offers a chaotic, violent take on games like Fall Guys and Stumble Guys, featuring minigames inspired by the deadly contests in the original series. The winner, naturally, is the last player standing. Notably, Squid Game: Unleashed remains ad-free and free of in-app purchases.

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This bold strategy by Netflix – a company that has evolved from a DVD delivery service to a major media powerhouse – leverages the synergy between its gaming platform and its popular shows. The announcement at the Big Geoff's Game Awards, an event sometimes criticized for its broader media focus, cleverly counters such criticism by showcasing a significant gaming release intrinsically linked to one of Netflix's most successful properties. The free-to-play model is expected to significantly boost the game's player base.