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Netflix’s 'The Devil’s Plan' Season 2 Debuts with Strategic Drama and Viewer Buzz

The cerebral South Korean reality competition returns with 12 new contestants, intricate challenges, and a divisive fan response to competitive gameplay.

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Kang Ji-young in The Devil's Plan Season 2 and image of the winner announcement in Season 1
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The masked man in The Devil's Plan and

Overview

  • Season 2 of 'The Devil’s Plan' premiered on Netflix on May 6, 2025, with the first four episodes now streaming and Part 2 set to release on May 13.
  • The show features 12 celebrity contestants competing in daily strategic matches to win Pieces, avoid elimination, and build a prize pot of up to 500 million won ($350,000).
  • Fans have praised the show’s complex game theory, psychological tactics, and high production value, calling it one of the best competitive reality shows currently available.
  • Some viewers have criticized contestants like Kim Ha-rin and 7high for playing too competitively or selfishly, sparking debates about the nature of strategy in the game.
  • The series continues to solidify South Korea’s reputation for innovative reality formats, with fans even expressing interest in an American adaptation.