Outstanding Achievements
Despite facing mixed reviews, “Squid Game” 3″ has taken over the global entertainment scene, smashing records after just 1 day of release.
Premiering globally on June 27, the third season of the iconic survival thriller soared to #1 on Netflix in 93 countries by the night of June 28, which is the widest and fastest global domination ever achieved by a K-drama on the platform. This achievement outpaces even its own predecessors, as “Squid Game 2” topped charts in 80 countries within 24 hours of release, while the original “Squid Game” (Season 1) took nearly a week to hit #1, albeit maintaining its reign for over a month.
In fact, it seems that the growing success of “Squid Game” was so phenomenal, Netflix decided to launch an American edition of the “Squid Game” universe.
Critical Reception: A Mixed Yet Powerful Impact
While “Squid Game 3” boasts remarkable viewership numbers, it has also stirred polarized reactions. On IMDb, the show holds an impressive 8.0/10, a notable score for a third-season installment. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes have awarded it an 89% approval rating, indicating strong support from the professional community. Over on MyDramaList, the series maintains a high user rating and continues trending across Asia.
On social media, keywords like “Squid Game 3,” “Lee Jung Jae”, and “Front Man” surged into global trending lists on Twitter (X), TikTok, and Google Trends. Across Asia, fan communities exploded with memes, reviews, and heated discussions mere hours after the release.
Nevertheless, while the show is being hailed as a massive media and commercial triumph, not all feedback has been glowing. Some viewers criticized the character development of returning protagonist Seong Gi-hun (“Lee Jung-jae”), calling his demeanor too consistently grim and his role less dynamic than in previous seasons. Others felt the new storyline, especially around the secret organization running the games, lacked the narrative depth and logical progression of earlier seasons.
The emotional intensity of the finale also divided audiences, with some finding it tragically poetic, while others labeled it overly brutal and unsatisfying. Still, these debates only fueled the show’s cultural momentum.
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