Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk claims that the story of Gi-hun being laid off was inspired by the 2009 Ssangyong Motor strikes in South Korea, as well as his own financial struggles.

Hello and Happy New Year all! As we reacquaint ourselves with our keyboards and coffee mugs, it's time to once again begin another year of video gaming - and as we look ahead to the coming 12 months, ...

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