
From eerie game sets to secluded islands, Squid Game 3 delivers once again with stunning backdrops. Let’s journey through the real-world sites behind the screen:
A massive indoor studio located in Daejeon’s Expo Science Park, used to build the iconic game sets — staircases, dormitories, and more.
This lush, surreal environment provided the atmospheric core of the show
The remote “island” where pivotal outdoor game scenes were filmed.
A private, uninhabited island near Incheon, celebrated for its isolated beauty .
Though inaccessible to visitors, its haunting landscape shines through in wide, cinematic shots.\
Portrayed as the high-tech game operations hub in Season 3.
Located in Songdo’s sleek, modern business district
Provided the “Western-style” village game backdrop — charming yet uncanny .
A photogenic cultural site known for its themed streets and scenic layout.
Used for intense, industrial-style scenes.
Set within a quiet, offbeat area of Chungcheongbuk-do.
Season 3 also revisits multiple Seoul locations to frame the characters’ daily lives:
Ssangmun-dong (Dobong-gu) – Gi-hun’s neighborhood
Seoul Forest Subway Station, Namsan Mountain Park, N Seoul Tower, and Yangjae Citizen’s Forest Station – visually rich urban scenes
Gangseo-gu’s skyline district, Sejong Center basement, Namsan Tower alleyways – built-up urban backdrops used in Season 3