'Squid Game' rose to popularity soon after its 2021 release, and we have the perfect gift guide for the biggest fans of the Netflix series.
There's something special about the way Squid Game fans were attached to the Netflix series from Episode 1. The show, which was filmed in South Korea, is about a competition with a series of challenges that are based on popular playground games. After the immense popularity of Season 1, Netflix also released a reality show with a similar premise (sans killing) titled Squid Game: The Challenge, which is similarly captivating viewers.
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Naturally, with how popular this franchise is, you're going to have a friend or two who wants gifts inspired by the series — and we've got you covered. Here are 19 options to get you started.
Red Light, Green Light doll
There are few things more synonymous with Squid Game than the creepy over-sized doll in the Red Light, Green Light game. This one is quite a bit smaller at 9.8 inches tall, but it's a replica of the real thing from the TV show. Unfortunately, if you want to buy it for your Squid Game fan bestie, you'll have to pre-order it for its January 2022 release.
Price: $125 from Netflix's online store.
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Funko Pop! Vinyls
Choose from any of the six Pop! Funko Vinyl figures made to look like a handful of the main Squid Game cast members. Whether it's one of the armed guards, the "Old Man," or our hero himself, Seong Gi-Hun, you can pay homage to them by displaying one of these figures in your home or gifting them to a friend so they can.
Price: $11.99 from Netflix's online store.
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Cookie cutters
If you'd rather give the gift of making your own Dalgona candy or cookies that just look like the iconic Squid Game shapes, you can buy cookie cutters to do just that. This set comes with everything you need to make Dalgona just like in the show — though there are much lower stakes if you break it on accident.
Price: $9.99 on Amazon.
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Dalgona candy
Or, if your friend isn't the DIY-type, get them the candy in bulk so they can try it! These ones won't come with pre-cut shapes to cut out, eliminating the game aspect, but it'll still an easy and tasty treat to gift.
Price: $17.48 on Amazon.
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Personalized 'Squid Game' photo
Whoever the Squid Game fan in your life is, chances are, they wouldn't want to actually play the deadly game in real life. They might, however, want to see what they look like as one of the players. You can commission a personalized piece of art on Etsy that puts your loved one in the game.
Price: Starts at $16.60 from ToonWizard on Etsy.
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Jumpsuit from 'Squid Game'
Although the players in Squid Game have lots to fear from the game itself, they do get to wear super comfy jumpsuits. And if the person in your life who loves the show wants to get their hands on one, you can treat them this holiday season. Choose from five different player numbers.
Price: $141.75 from KOTYTOstyleLAB on Etsy.
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'Squid Game' keychain
A keychain is a simple and easy gift to get someone, especially for a show like Squid Games.
Price: $14.99 on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' symbol earrings
Who would have ever thought something from Squid Game could be elegant? If you're looking for a Squid Game gift for someone in your life who has a thing for cute earrings, you can get the best of both worlds with these from Etsy. They come in gold, silver, and rose gold options.
Price: Starts at $31 from stylishminimalist on Etsy.
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A rearview mirror ornament
Sometimes the best gifts are the subtlest ones, and this rearview mirror ornament will add a little personal touch to your friend's vehicle without going overboard.
Price: $14.99 on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' temporary tattoos
This pack of temporary tattoos makes the perfect little gag gift to get your favorite Squid Game fan.
Price: $7.50 on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' hoodie
This hoodie is simple, but could also double as a piece for a costume should your Squid Game-loving friend want to dress up as one of the guards for a party.
Price: $34.94 on Amazon.
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A triangle mask
Coupled with the aforementioned hoodie, you can gift someone an easy costume to put together.
Price: $13.99 on Amazon.
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A 'Squid Game'-inspired Christmas t-shirt.
Why get an ugly Christmas sweater when you could get an ugly Christmas shirt inspired by Squid Game?
Price: $22.99 on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' poster
For the friend who loves to hang posters of their favorite films and shows (and doesn't mind a little gore), this poster is great to add to their collection. You can get it framed for an additional cost, or buy a frame separate.
Price: $9.99+ on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' pins
Pins are another little gift that are a great way to add personality to just about anything. This set of five features three of the guards, the Red Light, Green Light robot doll, and the front man.
Price: $16.99 on Etsy.
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Game Against Squid
If there was a prize for the best gift this holiday season, you would probably get it if you bought this for someone. It's a Squid Game version of the popular party game Cards Against Humanity. In this case, all of the cards are themed with the show in mind.
Price: $39.95 on My Hero Cards.
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'Squid Game' t-shirt
A t-shirt is an easy gift, and for the friend who has been expanding their collection of tops inspired by some of their favorite things, this shirt with the Squid Game logo in Korean will be a good addition to their stash.
Price: $23.50 on Amazon.
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'Squid Game' vinyl sticker
These vinyl stickers are subtle yet tasteful nods to the popular series and can be put on waterbottles, laptops, cars, or whatever strikes the receiver's fancy.
Price: $9.99 on Amazon.
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Marble game
One of the last competitions in Squid Game involves marbles. The players have to choose a game with their partner that enables them to win marbles from each other. The sad part, of course, is that whoever loses all of their marbles by the end is killed. Luckily, this marble set doesn't have such high stakes.
Price: $14.99+ on Etsy.
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