Future Predictions for the 16 Remaining Characters in Squid Game Season 3

Note: This article includes spoilers for Squid Game Season 2.

The highly anticipated return of Squid Game for its second season has brought excitement and speculation among fans, particularly regarding the fates of key characters as we look forward to Season 3. While many players faced tragic endings in Season 2, several main characters survived and are set to return, continuing their arcs three years after the gripping conclusion of Season 1. In this installment, every character plays a pivotal role—be it Gi-hun’s quest to dismantle the game or the dynamics introduced by newcomers and returning faces alike.

As discussions about Season 3 swirl, various theories abound about the potential paths for our characters. While definitive outcomes remain uncertain, there are lingering threads from Season 2 that can hint at possible developments. Notably, the season concludes with a suspenseful cliffhanger, laying the groundwork for significant resolutions regarding the remaining players’ futures.

16. Jeong-dae

Song Young Chang as Player 100 in Squid Game

Player 100, Jeong-dae, grapples with overwhelming debt in Season 2, which influences his decision-making as he persuades fellow players to continue in the brutal games. Taking on an antagonistic role, he leads those who wish to stay, embodying the show’s theme of survival at all costs. Given the show’s penchant for dark twists, Jeong-dae’s likelihood of dying in Season 3 is high.

15. Seon-nyeo

Seon-nyeo, often perceived as a fraudulent shaman, reveals insightful predictions that resonate with the unfolding events. After being abandoned by Gi-hun’s team, she seemingly curses them and votes for the games to persist, securing the allegiance of certain players. Despite her apparent power, her fate is precarious, and it’s plausible she might meet her end in Season 3, especially considering her belief that she is forsaken by her deities.

14. Nam-gyu

Nam-gyu, burdened with debt from investing in Kimmycoin, emerges as a bully alongside Thanos, targeting Myeong-gi until the latter stands up for himself. With his companion now dead and growing animosity among players, Nam-gyu’s survival in Season 3 appears slim. Should he reignite conflicts with Myeong-gi and Min-su, he risks inciting their vengeance, potentially sealing his fate.

13. Captain Park

Captain Park talking to Woo-seok in Squid Game season 2

This season unveils a twist involving Captain Park, who has been aiding Jun-ho in his quest for the island. However, it is revealed that Park has been deceiving Jun-ho all along, being complicit with the game’s creators. In an upcoming confrontation, Jun-ho’s discovery of Park’s betrayal will create significant tension as he seeks to uncover the island’s whereabouts.

12. Dae-ho

Dae-ho, a former Marine, forms a connection with Jung-bae based on their military history. However, during a critical uprising, Dae-ho falters when tasked with delivering ammunition, resulting in devastating consequences for the rebellion. As he grapples with survivor’s guilt in Season 3, Dae-ho’s inaction may lead to dire repercussions.

11. Woo-seok

Choi Woo-seok smiling in Squid Game season 2

Woo-seok’s journey evolves from skepticism towards Gi-hun’s traumatic experiences to active participation against the game’s creators. With the looming threat from Captain Park, his commitment to Gi-hun’s cause presents both opportunities and dangers. Should he survive, Woo-seok might strive to ascend within Mr. Kim’s organization.

10. Min-su

David Lee as Min-su in Squid Game season 2

Once perceived as timid, Min-su reveals unexpected resolve when faced with a choice between self-preservation and aiding others. Having opposed Nam-gyu, his fate is now intertwined with those seeking to end the games. As the stakes rise, Min-su may find himself targeted by those he has betrayed.

9. Kang No-eul

No-eul holding a business card and staring into the fire in Squid Game season 2

Kang No-eul stands out as a character with a shocking reveal; her nurturing role towards Na-yeon contrasts sharply with her actual position as a pink guard. As intriguing dynamics unfold, her strategic placement gives her a unique advantage. Her allegiances and actions regarding Park Gyeong-seok’s fate remain to be explored.

8. Don’t be afraid

Jang Geum Ja yelling at her son in front of everyone at the games in Squid Game season 2

Unlike many players driven by avarice, Jang Geum-ja’s motivations are pure—she competes to alleviate her son’s burdens. Her maternal instincts earn her respect and loyalty from fellow players, and her nurturing aura may be critical for her survival—and potentially even victory—in subsequent games.

7. Park Yong Sik

Players 149 and 007 holding hands in Squid Game season 2

Park Yong-sik begins his journey motivated by financial desperation, only to discover that his mother is also embroiled in the deadly game. His change of heart regarding the games could lead to tragic consequences as he may sacrifice himself in an attempt to protect her from the inevitable fallout of their choices.

6. Hyun-jun

Park Sung Hoon in the games in Squid Game season 2

Hyun-jun, portrayed by Park Sung-hoon, possesses a fierce determination to win the games for a chance at a fresh start. As the uprising unfolds, her military background equips her with the skills needed for survival. Given her natural leadership qualities, she may become a central figure in future conflicts.

5. Lee Myeong-gi

Myeong-gi looking up in his green jumpsuit in Squid Game

Myeong-gi, who enters the games burdened by financial failure, becomes a target due to his controversial investment advice. His violent confrontation leading to Thanos’s death puts a target on his back, signaling that revenge is likely. Nevertheless, Myeong-gi’s resourcefulness could help him navigate the deadly competition.

4. Kim Jun-hee

Jo Yu-ri's Player 222 confronting Jun-hee in Squid Game season 2

Kim Jun-hee’s character wrestles with heightened stakes, being pregnant amidst the chaos. Although fellow players strive to safeguard her, the perilous atmosphere raises doubts about her survival in Season 3. An alternative outcome could see her triumph if sacrifices are made on her behalf by others, potentially impacting the overall game narrative.

3. Hwang Jun-ho

Closeup of Jun-ho in Squid Game season 2

Jun-ho’s relentless search for the enigmatic island culminates in a partnership with Gi-hun this season. His potential discovery of Captain Park’s complicity will be crucial, both for understanding the prolonged search and for resolving familial ties to the island. As he draws nearer to confronting In-ho, the upcoming challenges are unpredictable.

2. Hwang In-ho

The Front Man drinking in Squid Game season 2

In Season 2, Hwang In-ho removes his mask to experience the games firsthand, bringing complexity to his character. Having previously triumphed in the games, his emerging agenda may entice Gi-hun to his side. However, as tensions mount with Jun-ho and Gi-hun’s enduring resistance, In-ho’s fate appears grim, likely culminating in a confrontation revealing critical truths.

1. Seong Gi-Hun

Gi-hun looking devastated in Squid Game season 2

Gi-hun’s intrinsic conviction that the games are morally wrong drives him back to the island. Despite his efforts for an uprising being thwarted, his resolve remains steadfast in Squid Game Season 3. With the stakes higher than ever, it is uncertain whether he will achieve his goal or succumb in the process.

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