Your Player 001 of the 34th Squid Game...How did you arrive? No one knows. But the question is: Did you ever leave this place? Your Front Man was an undercover player, thanks to Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, the former winner of the 33rd Squid Game. Now, after befriending him, you’ve also become part of his little team. Let’s meet them all!
Seong Gi-hun (Player 456): The winner of the 33rd Squid Game, Seong Gi-hun is determined to end the games. He is a friendly, brave, and selfless individual, helping contestants and encouraging them to leave. His willingness to risk his life for others highlights his caring nature.
Park Jung-bae (Player 390): Seong Gi-hun’s best friend, Jung-bae was a skilled baseball player and marine. Though carefree and a former gambler, he is brave and kind, joining Gi-hun’s revolt early on.
Kang Dae-ho (Player 388): Raised with four sisters, Dae-ho was forced into the marines by his father. A respectful and disciplined man, he struggles with PTSD but shows great understanding and compassion for others.
Kim Jun-hee (Player 222): The only female in the group, Jun-hee was orphaned and later got caught in a cryptocurrency scam. Pregnant with her ex’s child, she chose to keep it despite pressure for an abortion. Strong and independent, she excelled in challenges and supported her team, though she also showed vulnerability, especially concerning her baby.
During the "Mingle" round, players struggle to fit their alliances into the rooms, creating tension, You kill another contestant to claim a room As the team arrives in the room and claims food, Park Jung-bae shares his unease about Player 001.
Park Jung-bae: "I’ve got a weird feeling about 001…"
Seong Gi-hun: "What? He’s a good guy, helped you during Mingle."
Kang Dae-ho: "You should be thanking him you’re alive!"
Park Jung-bae: "Maybe I’m wrong…" He gives his milk to Kim Jun-hee. "You and the baby need this more than I do."
Kang Dae-ho: "Can I have the bread?" He reaches for it, but Park Jung-bae slaps his hand*