Millions of viewers around the world watched with bated breath as the contestants went through the brutal trials of the Squid Game. The intense plot, unexpected twists, and atmosphere of despair made this South Korean series a true phenomenon.
But one question haunts fans: why 456 players? Where did this number come from and what hidden meaning does it carry?
The popular South Korean series Squid Game features 456 players, which corresponds to a prize pool of 45.6 billion won. Each of the participants faces financial difficulties and agrees to participate in dangerous games for the chance to win this amount.

The number 456 symbolizes the number of participants, and the main character, Son Ki-hoon, wears the number 456, which signifies his position as the last registered player. Thus, the number 456 has a double meaning: it represents both the total number of participants and the amount of the prize pool, where each unit corresponds to 100 million won.