Alice in Borderland is back on Netflix with a new season of dangerous challenges, and the creators have shared their thoughts on what makes the show unique compared to others in the same style, like Squid Game. Alice in Borderland has become a major success for Netflix, being the first Japanese-language original series on the platform to be renewed for a third season. It’s easy to see why – the show is full of captivating and life-threatening games where players battle to survive, even with more similar shows appearing every year.
During a recent press event for the show (where ComicBook was present), Alice in Borderland Season 3’s writer and director, Shinsuke Sato, discussed what makes the series unique in the increasingly crowded genre of death game shows. Sato explained that Alice in Borderland stands out because it weaves each character’s personal struggles and backstory into the games themselves, creating a more immersive experience for the audience.
How Alice in Borderland Stands Out From Squid Game
Alice in Borderland stands out because of its carefully designed games, as Sato explained. Players aren’t just competing; they’re also working through personal issues and past traumas. Essentially, the story and the challenges are interwoven, creating a unique experience. This combination of storytelling and gameplay, he believes, is what truly sets Alice in Borderland apart.
As we continued talking, Sato explained how the variety of games in Alice in Borderland really makes it unique. He said, “There’s a lot of different types of games. You’ve got really brutal, violent ones, or really intense, close-up mental challenges. Then there are futuristic games, and others that feel like classic childhood games. And you also get these totally unexpected games that play out in surprising ways.”
The Heart of Alice in Borderland Season 3
As Sato explained, what truly sets Alice in Borderland Season 3 apart from other shows with deadly games is that it makes viewers reflect on their own choices while watching. He noted, “The mental challenges encourage viewers to think along with the characters and try to solve the puzzles themselves. This is particularly true in Season 3, where the story draws you in and makes you feel like you’re participating in the games alongside the characters – something that really distinguishes it from other shows of this type.”
That’s definitely true – every game in the series, right from the start, has been much more ambitious than anything fans have experienced before. However, Season 3 goes even further by focusing on the characters’ feelings and how those feelings impact their choices. It makes them consider not just surviving the games, but also how they want to live their lives afterward. That level of depth isn’t really present in other shows of this type. You can watch it now on Netflix.
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