And get this, it’s EXCLUSIVELY available at McDonald’s Australia

9 December 2024: Attention players: Macca’s is about to immerse you in the thrilling and adrenaline-pumping world of SQUID GAME, with our next jaw-dropping meal – available only in Australia.

From Wednesday, 11 December, just in time for the viral series’ return later this month, the MACCA’S SQUID GAME MEAL AND CHALLENGE will drop nationwide and have you running into your local restaurant quicker than you can say “456” (IYKYK ).

Inspired by Netflix’s most popular show ever, the Macca’s Squid Game Meal includes: 10-piece Chicken McNuggets Medium or Large Meal, served with limited-time Korean BBQ Sauce, our World Famous Fries and a Drink.

The most exciting part?! It comes with a DALGONA CANDY. The infamous candy comes to Macca’s to test Aussie players, as part of the Macca’s Squid Game Challenge with four shapes set to have you in beads of sweat: circle , triangle  , star  and a never-before-seen Golden Arches ‘M’

Fans can now experience the thrill of the viral challenge IRL at Macca’s – without any consequences, of course. Test your skill level as you lick, bite and crack your way to glory, for the chance to win an exclusively made MACCA’S & SQUID GAME GREEN PLAYER TRACKSUIT.

For those with super steady hands, if you master the Macca’s ‘M’ shape you go into a draw to win ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS

The meal will be served up in an adult-sized box emblazoned with Squid Game characters for the next four weeks, giving you just enough time to collect and master all four candy shapes.

Amanda Nakad, Marketing Director for McDonald’s Australia, said: “You’ve seen Squid Game on Netflix, now experience it at Macca’s as we bring the game to life for our customers and fans alike across our restaurants.

“Whether you’re a Macca’s collector, are planning to binge-watch Squid Game, or simply want to enjoy this unique candy, now is your chance to get in on this exclusive collaboration. So, the only question is… are you ready to play?”

The Macca’s Squid Game Meal and Challenge is available nationwide from Wednesday 11 December 2024 to Tuesday 7 January 2025, while stock lasts. Begin the game

If you’re simply too excited for this, well get ready… to celebrate this world-first partnership with fans, Macca’s and Netflix are inviting you to an experience like no other – step into the iconic

Dalgona scene from Squid Game and put your skills to the test in the viral candy challenge, live and in person.

Join us at the Macca’s Squid Game sandpit arena, popping up at World Square in Sydney on Tuesday, 10 December from 11:00AM to 6:00PM (sessions every 15mins), and be one of the 500 lucky Sydneysiders that get to tackle the Dalgona Challenge before it launches in Macca’s restaurants.

Squid Game season two drops on Netflix on Boxing Day (26 December 2024)

For more information visit: www.mcdonalds.com.au/menu

ENDS

How to play

The assignment is simple, carve out the symbol on the crispy honeycomb candy without breaking it in under 10 minutes and if successful you could win the exclusive Macca’s & Squid Game Green Player Tracksuit or an incredible $100,000.

Playing is easy. Head to the MyMacca’s App, select your shape, cut it out without breaking it, then scan your completed candy for a chance to win. One wrong move and you’re out, but don’t worry unlike the show, we show mercy. Not too scary, right?

Terms and Conditions

Starts 10:30am AEDT 11/12/24. Ends 5:00pm AEDT 7/01/25. Aus 18+. Total prize pool up to AUD$150,160. NSW Authority No. TP/00246. ACT Permit No. TP24/ 02881. SA Permit No. T24/2216. FULL TERMS: Competitions T&Cs | McDonald's Australia

About McDonald’s Australia

Australia’s first McDonald’s restaurant opened in Yagoona, Sydney, in 1971. Today there are over 1,025 McDonald’s restaurants across Australia, approximately 85 percent of which are franchised and run by local businessmen and women. The organisation employs more than 115,000 people in restaurants and corporate offices Australia-wide and is one of the largest employers of youth in the country. McDonald’s spends over $60 million per annum on training and people development.

For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com.au or McDonald’s social channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.

About Squid Game

Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up going to the states and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game, starting another life-or- death game with new participants gathered to win the prize of 45.6 billion won.

Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, who made history at the 74th Primetime Emmys® becoming the first Asian to win Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series, once again helms the series as director, writer, and producer. Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo reprise their roles from Season 1 with an impeccable list of new cast members including Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Lee Jin-uk, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, Jo Yu-ri, and Won Ji-an rounding out the ensemble of colorful characters in the new season.

About Netflix

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching, as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.