Warning! This article contains spoilers for Squid Game season 3.

The fate of Gi-hun in the ending of Squid Game season 3 might appear shocking, yet it was foreshadowed by another character nearly six months prior. Given that Squid Game has consistently embraced a ruthless approach to character deaths, many viewers anticipated that Gi-hun would face a tragic demise by the season’s conclusion.

Nevertheless, considering the numerous unpredictable twists and complex narratives within Squid Game, it was challenging to foresee the specific events that would culminate in the conclusion of Gi-hun’s journey. There existed the unsettling possibility that Gi-hun could succumb to his darker impulses and transform into the next Front Man.

Interestingly, despite the shocking elements of Gi-hun’s storyline in Squid Game season 3, his fate was subtly hinted at through a prophecy delivered by one character. This prophecy was unveiled during one of the most perplexing yet seemingly pivotal scenes in Squid Game season 2.

Gi-hun’s Sacrifice Was Foretold By Player 044 in Season 2

The Shaman Seemingly Had a Vision of His Dark Future

During the Mingle game in Squid Game season 2, Gi-hun and his team temporarily ally with Player 044, Seon-nyeo, bringing her into one of the game’s rooms. Shortly after entering, she locks eyes with Jun-hee and then turns to Gi-hun, declaring that Gi-hun has reached this point because he has a significant purpose awaiting him.

This scene may seem perplexing as she refrains from elaborating on her statement. However, it appears she suggests that Gi-hun’s eventual purpose is intrinsically linked to Jun-hee and her child. Unfortunately, due to the Shaman’s tendency to undermine her own credibility with outlandish assertions, it is challenging for viewers to fully trust her insights in Squid Game season 3.

Even in the early scenes of Squid Game season 3, she tries to mislead her devoted followers by falsely claiming to hear the whispers of deceased souls within the maze of the hide-and-seek game. However, as the season progresses, her earlier prediction comes to fruition when Gi-hun takes on the responsibility of saving Jun-hee’s baby.

Gi-hun Discovers a Renewed Sense of Purpose Following the Birth of Jun-hee’s Baby

He Found Himself with Nothing Left to Lose After Jung-bae’s Death

When Gi-hun first entered the games in Squid Game season 1, he had little to lose. However, it was clear that he cared deeply for his daughter and had an elderly mother to look after. Unfortunately, after his daughter relocated overseas and his mother passed away, Gi-hun was left with nothing but the prize money he had won.

His primary motivation in season 2 became a quest for vengeance against the creators and organizers of the deadly games. Unfortunately, the Front Man extinguished that drive by quelling his rebellion and taking the life of his friend, Jung-bae. Consequently, Gi-hun entered Squid Game season 3 devoid of a purpose.

However, everything shifted when Geum-ja entrusted him with the care of Jun-hee and her newborn. This pivotal moment helped Gi-hun realize that while he may never fully atone for his past transgressions, he could still find a path toward redemption by protecting the mother and her child. This revelation provided Gi-hun with a renewed sense of purpose, affirming the Shaman’s earlier prediction.

Although Viewers Are Upset, Gi-hun’s Death Was Foreseen

Gi-hun’s Survival Would Have Sparked Even Greater Controversy

Had Gi-hun survived until the end of Squid Game season 3, it is likely that his narrative arc would have polarized audiences even further. Many anticipated that his story would culminate in an act of sacrifice, granting him a form of redemption.

Throughout previous seasons, Gi-hun’s journey revolved around his self-serving desires, whether to claim a grand prize or seek revenge against those who had wronged him. His fixation on personal gain often blinded him to the harm he inflicted on those around him.

As Squid Game season 3 nears its conclusion, Gi-hun finally relinquishes his self-centered tendencies and begins to contemplate the greater good. His ultimate sacrifice in the final moments of the show underscores the growth he has experienced, demonstrating his desire to rectify past errors by breaking the cycle of violence for good.