Since Netflix’s mega-hit K-series, Squid Game, has everyone and their dogs in a chokehold recently, it’s no surprise that its virality has led to a surge in Squid Game themed, well, everything really. So much so that it is now taking over markets, including UAE – who knew that such a sadistic, brutal-natured show could be such a great business idea?
From challenges to events, here are four ways that UAE businesses have created their own real-life Squid Games for all you Squid Game fanatics:
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Squid Game Themed Halloween Party, Anyone?
If blood, death, and children’s games intertwined don’t scream Halloween to you, then I don’t know what does. So, in case you don’t already have plans on Saturday 30th – Sunday 31st October, Miss Tess has you covered with their Squid Game Halloween Party. Expect “Thrills, Spills, & Elimination Games” people, *spooooooky* vibes only.
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Get Your Squid Game Sweat On
If you’re a #fitnessjunkie that watched some of the games in Squid Game thinking “wow, they must be getting a good workout in”, then 1) you probs missed the point of the games, but 2) you’re gonna love Vogue Fitness’ virtual competition inspired by, you guessed it, Squid Game. Two separate fitness games will be held, one on 14-18th October and the other on 21-25th October, with a $1000 prize up for grabs per game!
Not to mention, registration (and the subsequent muscle gainz) is free, so unlike Squid Game contestants, you’ve got nothing to lose.
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Satisfy Your Dalgona Candy Cravings Straight From Your Couch
@hibaxkh Get ingredients in 20mins from talabat mart and #cookwithme this trendy Dalgona Candy😊
There’s even a way to get involved with all the Squid Game hype from very your own kitchen. Leading food delivery platform, Talabat has started a #CookwithMe challenge, inviting fans to make their own honeycomb/Dalgona candy. And get this: not only can Talabat deliver all the ingredients to you in 20 minutes or less (!!!), they’ve even provided step-by-step instructions and TikTok videos showing you how to make this sweet treat. What more could you want??
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Squid Games For Kids!
This one is for the kids. On October 30th at 3 pm, Atlantis, The Palm is running their version of Squid Game’s iconic first game: Red Light, Green Light, where three lucky participants have the chance to win some amazing prizes. Here’s to hoping the show’s terrifying doll (iykyk) doesn’t make an appearance, even if she does provide some perf Halloween spookiness. This activity is part of Atlantis’ epic schedule of events for adults, children, and families from October 24th up to Halloween weekend.
To check out the UAE’s first-ever Squid Game cafe, then click here.
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The *Full* Squid Game Themed Eating Experience
Just Vegan restaurant in Dubai is going all out with the Squid Game theme. From Tuesday, October 19th, the staff will serve you a special dish from their new Red Light, Green Light-inspired menu dressed in game-themed aprons and masks. You can even treat yourself to some of their Squid Game-themed merch after your meal. And it doesn’t end there. Just Vegan is also challenging people to partake in their remake of the show’s famous games, including the Dalgona/Honeycomb and Marble Game challenges, with the chance to win free merchandise or meal vouchers, or both.
Stay tuned as a real non-violent version of the Squid Games is also in the works.
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Real-life Squid Game at Dubai Expo 2020
Every day until November 14th between 3-4 pm, visitors can experience playing some of the traditional Korean children’s games in real life. You’ll even get the daunting experience of organizers watching over you in red jumpsuits and masks. The good news is that this version is without all the murder and bloodshed, the bad news is that there isn’t a jackpot prize of millions of $$$.