Squid Game Series
The Imagined Sequel
Status: Completely Fake Rumor | Reported Release: Spring 2027 (Fake)
Squid Game 28th was a rumored sequel series that allegedly would be set in a dystopian future, approximately 5 years after the events of the original series. Despite appearing in viral "cinematic universe" timelines, this project has been officially confirmed as a fabrication with no basis in reality.
Origins of the Rumor
The rumor about Squid Game 28th was part of the same viral image that promoted the fake "Squid Game Cinematic Universe" timeline circulating on social media in early 2025. This comprehensive fake timeline attempted to map out an elaborate multi-year expansion of the franchise.
The Squid Game 28th entry specifically claimed it would be set in the year 2028, exploring how the Squid Game organization might evolve in a future context. The rumor suggested it would examine themes of technological advancement, social control, and the evolution of the games themselves.
Why Fans Were Intrigued
Future Setting Appeal
Fans were curious about how the Squid Game concept might adapt to future technology.
Continuation Interest
Many wanted to see what happened after the events of Season 3.
Genre Evolution
The prospect of a sci-fi approach to the Squid Game formula intrigued viewers.
Official Debunking
In January 2025, Netflix officially debunked the "Squid Game Cinematic Universe" timeline, including the Squid Game 28th project. The streaming service confirmed that:
- The viral timeline image was completely fake
- No project titled "Squid Game 28th" was in development
- Only two additional projects were officially confirmed:
- Squid Game USA (David Fincher adaptation)
- Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2
Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk also clarified that Season 3 was intended as the definitive conclusion of the main storyline, making sequels unlikely.
What the Rumor Claimed
虚构内容 - Fictional Claims
According to the debunked rumor, Squid Game 28th would have been:
- A sequel series set in 2028, five years after Season 3
- Focused on the evolution of the games with future technology
- Featured new characters in a technologically advanced dystopia
- Explored how the Squid Game organization adapted to changing times
- Scheduled for release in Spring 2027
Potential Themes (Speculation)
If Squid Game 28th were real, fans speculated it might have explored:
Technological Integration
Virtual reality games and AI opponents
Social Evolution
How economic inequality might change in the future
Global Expansion
International growth of the Squid Game organization
Fan Community Response
The rumor generated significant discussion in fan communities about potential future directions:
"The idea of a 2028 setting is fascinating. I wonder how they would incorporate technology while maintaining the human element that made the original so compelling." — Fan Discussion Forum
Some fans created speculative content imagining what this series might have looked like, including concept art and story ideas. This creative output helped keep fan engagement high even though the project was fictional.
Comparison to Actual Franchise Plans
Instead of a direct sequel like the rumored Squid Game 28th, Netflix's actual expansion plans focused on:
- Cultural reinterpretation: Squid Game USA adapts the concept for American culture
- Format diversification: Squid Game: The Challenge creates a reality competition format
- Character exploration: Potential prequels might explore recruiter backstories
This approach differs significantly from the linear continuation suggested by the Squid Game 28th rumor, showing how fan expectations can differ from actual development strategies.