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Economic Key
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Key
Netflix's Squid Game Joins Garena Free Fire for Thrilling 8th Anniversary Collaboration
Garena Free Fire is turning up the heat for its 8th anniversary with an exciting collaboration featuring Netflix's global sensation, Squid Game. The announcement arrives ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of Squid Game's third and final season, set to launch globally on June 27, promising an immersive experience for Free Fire players and Squid Game fans alike. 'We are thrilled to partner with Netflix once again — this time to bring the globally beloved Squid Game into Free Fire in a way that resonates with our battle royale-loving community,' said Harold Teo, Free Fire Global Producer at Garena. 'By reimagining Squid Game's mysterious games and unique elements, we hope to create unforgettable moments as we celebrate eight amazing years with our players.' Experience Squid Game's Iconic Challenges Across Free Fire MapsStarting July 18, players worldwide can dive into adrenaline-pumping Squid Game-inspired survival challenges across Free Fire's Battle Royale and Clash Squad modes on all seven maps, including the newest addition, Solara. Featured challenges include: ● Red Light, Green Light: Players must defend themselves and gather loot while avoiding detection by Young-hee, who periodically scans for movement. Those caught moving will be frozen, while skillful survivors earn valuable rewards. ● Glass Bridge: A nerve-racking game testing players' instincts and decision-making skills as they leap across fragile glass panels, where each wrong step results in an instant HP dip. ● Dalgona Challenge: In-match dalgona stands offer sweet surprises for players who successfully 'lick' the iconic cookies. ● Secret Symbols: Players can hunt for hidden Squid Game symbols throughout maps to claim bonus loot. Players can also unlock a suite of exclusive collectibles inspired by Squid Game from the special Squid Game Cash Bank Event. Player can have deposit in-game tokens from missions to unlock unique rewards such as: ● The Doll Outfit: Battle wearing the iconic bright orange dress. ● Classic Voicelines: Relive tension-filled scenes with memorable lines like 'The Mugungha Flower has bloomed.' ● Ribbon Loot Box: Defeated players respawn as striking black-and-pink boxes inspired by Squid Game's signature style. ● Squid Game Banner: A themed profile accessory showcasing fandom. Additional Squid Game-inspired gear will also be available in the Free Fire Item Shop, including Pink Guards' Costumes, the contestants' signature Green Tracksuit, the Cash Bank Backpack, and a stylish Red Light, Green Light Gloo Wall skin. Don't miss your chance to experience Squid Game firsthand as part of Free Fire's 8th-anniversary celebration, launching globally this Friday, July 18! For the latest updates and news of Garena Free Fire, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Free Fire can be downloaded on both the Apple iOS App and Google Play store. تم نسخ الرابط
See - Sada Elbalad
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Netflix's Squid Game Drops into Garena Free Fire in Exciting 8th Anniversary Collaboration
Basant Ahmed Garena Free Fire is turning up the heat for its 8th anniversary with an exciting collaboration featuring Netflix's global sensation, Squid Game. The announcement arrives ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of Squid Game's third and final season, set to launch globally on June 27, promising an immersive experience for Free Fire players and Squid Game fans alike. 'We are thrilled to partner with Netflix once again — this time to bring the globally beloved Squid Game into Free Fire in a way that resonates with our battle royale-loving community,' said Harold Teo, Free Fire Global Producer at Garena. 'By reimagining Squid Game's mysterious games and unique elements, we hope to create unforgettable moments as we celebrate eight amazing years with our players.' Experience Squid Game's Iconic Challenges Across Free Fire MapsStarting July 18, players worldwide can dive into adrenaline-pumping Squid Game-inspired survival challenges across Free Fire's Battle Royale and Clash Squad modes on all seven maps, including the newest addition, Solara. Featured challenges include: ● Red Light, Green Light: Players must defend themselves and gather loot while avoiding detection by Young-hee, who periodically scans for movement. Those caught moving will be frozen, while skillful survivors earn valuable rewards. ● Glass Bridge: A nerve-racking game testing players' instincts and decision-making skills as they leap across fragile glass panels, where each wrong step results in an instant HP dip. ● Dalgona Challenge: In-match dalgona stands offer sweet surprises for players who successfully "lick" the iconic cookies. ● Secret Symbols: Players can hunt for hidden Squid Game symbols throughout maps to claim bonus loot. Players can also unlock a suite of exclusive collectibles inspired by Squid Game from the special Squid Game Cash Bank Event. Player can have deposit in-game tokens from missions to unlock unique rewards such as: ● The Doll Outfit: Battle wearing the iconic bright orange dress. ● Classic Voicelines: Relive tension-filled scenes with memorable lines like 'The Mugungha Flower has bloomed.' ● Ribbon Loot Box: Defeated players respawn as striking black-and-pink boxes inspired by Squid Game's signature style. ● Squid Game Banner: A themed profile accessory showcasing fandom. Additional Squid Game-inspired gear will also be available in the Free Fire Item Shop, including Pink Guards' Costumes, the contestants' signature Green Tracksuit, the Cash Bank Backpack, and a stylish Red Light, Green Light Gloo Wall skin. Don't miss your chance to experience Squid Game firsthand as part of Free Fire's 8th-anniversary celebration, launching globally this Friday, July 18! For the latest updates and news of Garena Free Fire, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Free Fire can be downloaded on both the Apple iOS App and Google Play store. *** About Garena Garena is a leading global online games developer and publisher. Free Fire, its self-developed mobile battle royale title, is the most downloaded mobile game in its genre for six consecutive years, according to Sensor Tower App Performance Insights. The title was also the world's most downloaded mobile game in 2019, 2021, and again in 2023 and 2024. Garena is run by passionate gamers and has a unique understanding of what gamers want. It exclusively licenses and publishes hit titles from global partners – such as Arena of Valor and Call of Duty: Mobile – in selected markets globally. Garena champions social and entertainment experiences through games, enabling its communities to engage and interact. Garena is also a leading esports organiser and hosts some of the world's biggest esports events. Garena is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Garena, Sea's other core businesses include its e-commerce arm, Shopee, and digital financial services arm, Monee. 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Straits Times
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
S'pore eateries serve up Squid Game-inspired games and promotions ahead of final season
Singapore food and beverage businesses are pulling out all the stops to draw fans of the show with themed promotions. PHOTOS: KOREA CULTURE, ABURI-EN, CREATIVE EATERIES SINGAPORE – With the third and final season of hit K-drama Squid Game (2021 to present) premiering on Netflix on June 27, some Singapore food and beverage businesses are pulling out all the stops to draw fans of the show with themed promotions. From June 27 to July 31, diners of Typhoon Cafe – which has branches at Plaza Singapura and Kallang Wave Mall – who win its game of pickup sticks will receive a complimentary slice of ondeh-ondeh cake or osmanthus yam mochi cake. A slice of ondeh-ondeh cake at Typhoon Cafe. PHOTO: CREATIVE EATERIES Over the same period at Bangkok Jam at Great World, guests who win a game involving erasers against a staff member will get a complimentary red ruby dessert. A red ruby dessert at Bangkok Jam. PHOTO: CREATIVE EATERIES At Ajoomma Korean Charcoal BBQ restaurant in Gemmill Lane, each group of at least four dine-in customers from June 27 to July 11 can play a Squid Game-inspired card game, where a win yields a free glass of watermelon soju or a serving of abalone. A serving of abalone at Ajoomma Korean Charcoal BBQ. PHOTO: AJOOMMA KOREAN CHARCOAL BBQ Those familiar with the childhood pastime of five stones may want to try their hand at it at hotpot chain Suki-ya, which has outlets at Bugis+ and Marina Square, or Suki Suki Hotpot restaurant at the HomeTeamNS Khatib clubhouse. From June 27 to July 31, guests with a minimum of three other paying adults who win a round of five stones can enjoy a complimentary regular buffet for one. A regular buffet for one at hotpot restaurant chain Suki-ya. PHOTO: CREATIVE EATERIES Meanwhile, Japanese restaurant chain Aburi-En – at VivoCity, Paragon and Junction 8, among other locations – has introduced a game with an element of luck. From now till July 31 , diners who spend a minimum of $50 before prevailing taxes at any outlet – except at Chinatown Point – will get a lucky draw entry to receive a free buta don, featuring grilled pork loin and shimeji mushrooms on rice, every day for the rest of 2025. A buta don dish from Aburi-En. PHOTO: ABURI-EN And if they win at Ddakji, the origami paper-flipping game featured on the show , they will earn an extra lucky draw entry. For the simplest of challenges, head to Cheflam's Sichuan Cuisine at Guoco Tower for a game of rock paper scissors. From now till June 30, beat a staff member and receive a scratch card which may allow you to win prizes of up to $100 in dining vouchers. Cheflam's Sichuan Cuisine restaurant at Guoco Tower. PHOTO: CHEFLAM'S SICHUAN CUISINE And if all you are willing to do is flash a card or phone number, you can do so at the Squid Game-themed Korea Culture at Changi Airport Terminal 3. From now till July 20, guests with a Singapore identity card – either pink or blue – or local phone number that contains all three digits 4, 5 and 6 (excluding the Singapore country code) can enjoy a free main dish of either chicken bibimbap or grilled chicken chop, as well as access to the Korean restaurant's buffet. Each redemption must be accompanied by at least one full-paying adult. A chicken bibimbap dish from Korea Culture. PHOTO: KOREA CULTURE A grilled chicken chop dish from Korea Culture. PHOTO: KOREA CULTURE Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Korea Herald
07-03-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
K-convenience chains gain momentum overseas with private labels
CU, GS25 divesifiy exclusive snack and dessert lines to meet global appetite for K-food South Korea's convenience store chains, led by industry frontrunners CU and GS25, are making bigger waves globally, riding the K-food boom with their exclusive products. GS25, the country's largest convenience store brand by sales, is solidifying its presence in overseas markets with its YouUs private-label products and exclusive offerings at the forefront. Strategic partnerships — most notably a collaboration with Netflix to create Squid Game-inspired snacks — have also played a key role in driving this momentum. 'Korean convenience stores, with savvy marketing strategies, have become hubs for showcasing the latest Korean food trends abroad,' said an industry official, explaining the expansion momentum behind the convenience chains. Reaching 30 countries across Asia, Africa, North America, the Middle East and Europe, GS25's operator GS Retail saw its export revenue soar to $9 million last year, up from $3.4 million in 2020. Beyond its expanding export volume, GS25 has been cementing a strong physical presence abroad, operating 355 stores in Vietnam and 270 in Mongolia as of January. 'We plan to broaden our product lineup with K-desserts while expanding into new markets through retail partnerships, including those for Halal food products,' said a GS Retail official. GS25's archrival CU is also bearing fruits from its overseas push. Export volume of BGF Retail, the operator of CU, shot up to $8 million last year, up 23 percent from $6.5 million in 2021. Driving its export growth is a diverse lineup of food products under CU's private brand, Heyroo, which reaches over 20 countries, including the US, China, the UK and the Netherlands. It also boasts exclusive products like the popular Yonsei Milk Cream Bread, a standout favorite among CU offerings. Last year, CU became the first Korean convenience store chain to secure a dedicated display for 15 of its private-label products at Japan's largest discount retailer, Don Quijote. For CU, Mongolia leads the way with 460 stores, followed by Malaysia with 150 and Kazakhstan with 30, as of February. According to a CU official, its proprietary products account for approximately 50 percent of total sales at its international locations. 'CU-exclusive products like Yonsei Milk Cream Bread are flying off the shelves in Mongolia, while in Malaysia, Korean-style fried chicken and tteokbokki rank among the top-selling products,' the official said. The global scope of convenience store chains is extending even further, with growth plans gaining momentum in the years ahead. CU targets 500 outposts in Mongolia by this year, another 500 in Malaysia by 2028 and 500 more in Kazakhstan by 2029. Meanwhile, GS25 is picking up speed, setting its sights on hitting 1,500 international locations by 2027. Korean food exports have been on a steady upward trajectory over the past decade. According to the Korea Trade Statistics Promotion Institute, K-food exports surged from $3.51 billion in 2015 to $7.02 billion in 2024, with an annual growth rate of 8 percent.
Khaleej Times
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Top things to do in the UAE from January 31 to February 2
The weekend is here, so is our guide to the best offers and activities around the country. Here's the list: Squid Games-inspired competition Al Ghurair Centre is set to host an immersive Squid Game-inspired competition on February 1 from 6pm to 8pm, transforming its grand atrium into a high-stakes battlefield. Participants will take on iconic challenges like 'Red Light, Green Light' in a safe, family-friendly setting, with a chance to win up to Dh5,000. While online registration is closed, last-minute participants can register on-site by 5.30pm. Think you have what it takes? Join the game and test your skills. Lunch in the tallest building Starting February 1, head to Burj Khalifa on the 122nd floor where you will find a sophisticated business lunch for Dubai's professionals and food enthusiasts. The three-course menu (Dh325 per person) features gourmet starters, mains, and desserts, complemented by free-flowing bubbles. Dishes include beef carpaccio, foie gras terrine, short ribs, seared sea bream, truffle croque monsieur, and indulgent desserts like chocolate hazelnut foam and crème brûlée. Every Saturday & Sunday, 12pm – 3pm. Break the Block party On February 1, Break the Block takes over Al Wasl Plaza, Expo City Dubai, for an electrifying night of music, dance, and immersive visuals. Presented by Brag in collaboration with Expo City, this high-energy event features world-class DJs, independent artists, stunning light shows, and vibrant urban culture. Headlining the night is Bonobo, alongside JAEL and Rosey Gold from Soulection, delivering genre-defying beats. With buzzing bars, delicious bites, and non-stop music, this is the must-attend party of the season. Tickets start at Dh195 for ages 21+, available on Food festival Get ready for a culinary extravaganza at Dubai Parks and Resorts' RIVERLAND Dubai Food Festival. With over 24 dining options and 100+ dishes, visitors can indulge in global flavours from Italian classics to juicy burgers and authentic Indian snacks. The festival also features live music, DJ sets, parades, Dino meet-and-greets, kids' activities, and dazzling eco-friendly laser shows, capped off by fireworks every Saturday at 9.30pm. Tickets start at Dh50, including food tokens and festival entry. Arabesque afternoon tea Indulge in the Arabesque Afternoon Tea at Al Bayt, Palace Dubai Creek Harbour, where tradition meets contemporary elegance. Set against the stunning backdrop of Dubai Creek Harbour, this refined experience offers a curated selection of artisanal pastries and savoury delights, complemented by impeccable service and breathtaking views of the Dubai skyline. Available daily from 3pm to 6pm, the experience is priced at Dh190 per person (including a welcome drink and hot beverage) or Dh360 for two. For reservations, call 04 559 8870. Visit a fashion pop-up Themis Zouganeli, the visionary behind THEMIS Z, is hosting a weekend pop-up at Bungalo34 until February 2. Known for her timeless designs and collaborations with Dior Maison and Atelier Swarovski, Themis' partnership with Collective Africa brings collections that blend Greek elegance with modern sophistication. Featured items include bespoke porcelain plateware and her Hydra Collection of silk caftans and dresses, reflecting a commitment to refinement, sustainability, and artistry.
