Overview

• The final season uses a fully CGI-created infant for Jun-hee’s baby during its high-stakes game sequences instead of a live actor.
• Viewers and critics have criticized the digital newborn for awkward facial rendering and rubbery movements that distract from emotional scenes.
• Producers cited the risks of dangerous stunts, unpredictable infant behavior and South Korea’s child labor regulations as key reasons to avoid a real baby.
• Comparisons to Twilight’s CGI newborn Renesmee have emerged, highlighting the uncanny valley effect in Squid Game’s special effects.
• With all six episodes now streaming, discussion has focused on how the series balances ambitious production choices with its dramatic storytelling.