MrBeast, the YouTube star, is teasing a potential sequel to his real-life Squid Game following the release of Squid Game season two on December 26, 2024.
Fans are excited after MrBeast asked on X (formerly Twitter) if he should recreate Squid Game 2.
MrBeastโs First Squid Game Recreation
In November 2021, MrBeast recreated Squid Game with a $3.5 million budget, featuring challenges like Red Light, Green Light and tug-of-war.
The video gained over 670 million views. However, it faced criticism for production issues and ethical concerns about its similarities to Squid Game.
Teasing Squid Game 2
On December 27, 2024, MrBeast posted a question on X, asking fans if he should recreate Squid Game 2.
The response was positive, with suggestions to bring back past contestants or feature popular streamers.
The Impact of Beast Games
MrBeastโs Prime Video show, Beast Games, features 1,000 players competing for $5 million. Critics argue itโs too similar to Squid Game, raising concerns about originality. The controversy could affect MrBeastโs future funding.
MrBeastโs potential Squid Game 2 recreation could be another viral hit, but challenges remain. Fans will be watching closely for updates in early 2025.
