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Would you participate in a real-life Squid Game for a huge cash prize?

One of the most haunting questions Squid Game leaves viewers with is: Would you do it? The show’s premise of joining a deadly competition for a massive cash prize might seem outrageous, but it’s rooted in real emotions—desperation, financial stress, and survival. Many people around the world face impossible choices daily just to put food on the table or save their families. That’s why the idea of risking everything for one shot at a better life hits so hard.
 
Some viewers confessed they’d actually consider such a game under extreme circumstances, while others were appalled at the thought. Of course, in reality, no prize is worth a life—but the metaphor is clear: our system can push people to unthinkable decisions. If the games weren’t deadly but still challenging, would the idea feel more acceptable? This poll digs deep into what Squid Game forces us to ask ourselves: what would you be willing to risk?
 

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