Squid Game is like a car crash – no matter how violent and gory, you just can’t stop watching.
The South Korean survival drama (which errs on horror) has gripped the world with its quasi-realistic portrayal of a game in which people die for money. Think The Cube, but with blood and guts.
Unsurprisingly, this Halloween – which is set to be a big one after last year’s Covid-tinged nightmare – people of all ages are on the prowl for the best Squid Game-themed costumes. Ditch the witch’s hat and cat ears and get bang on the cultural agenda with an outfit that is actually scary.
If you don’t have time to trawl the Internet’s many options before October 31, we’ve whittled down the best bargains and spine-tinglingly good outfits into the list below.
Squid Game Soldier Mask and Jumpsuit Costume
It’s hotly contested whether the Squid Game soldiers’ jumpsuits are pink or red... But who cares when this costume is down from £79.99 to just £22.99! Not only is this a banging bargain that should have you running faster than the contestants in Red Light, Green Light, but the jumpsuit and mask combo also looks like the real deal. Add a (fake) machine gun from eBay and you’ll have fellow party-goers whimpering behind chairs.
Buy now £22.99, Groupon
Squid Game Player Number 456 Tracksuit Costume
Protagonist Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) has stolen all of our hearts as the benevolent Player 456 . Wearing this costume on a night out will most likely inspire lots of people to be friends with you, and it is also undoubtedly one of the comfiest Halloween ‘fits you’ll find. As if that’s not enough, this costume is discounted from £49.99 to £29.90!
Also see this deal at Wowcher and Etsy
Buy now £29.90, Groupon
Squid Game Front Man/Boss Halloween Costume
Arguably one of the most sinister characters in the plot, the Front Man’s costume suits his terrifying persona. Shop this a long leather-look trench coat with hideously frightening mask, and this outfit just screams dictator. Pair it with sturdy boots, and you’ll be sure to stomp into any party and steal the thunder.
The mask is also avaliable at Etsy and eBay
Buy now £16.99, Amazon
Squid Game Robot Girl Doll Red Light Green Light Costume
In spite of her short cameo in Episode One, the robotic girl who heads the Red Light, Green Light game has become one of the most recognisable and iconic characters from the series. Dolls are always a popular Halloween costume, but give your look a Squid Game twist with this lookalike dress and simple mask. To elevate the look further, add pigtails, knee high white socks and this premium mask from Etsy.
A kids costume is available on eBay
Buy now £44.99, OnBuy
Squid Game Gold Face VIP Mask Costume
The VIPs are the menacing, disgustingly rich men who come from far and wide to watch the murderous Games unfold. Perhaps the most chilling thing about these characters is their proximity to some of the world’s most powerful men (think some of America’s ex-presidents and top business men). Their sordid identities are masqueraded by ironically animalistic golden masks, which have been duped on Etsy. Wear with a crisp black suit and tie for the full look.
The masks are also available on eBay and Amazon
Buy now £29.99, Etsy
