Netflix's 'Squid Game' reality competition show debuts this November (www.engadget.com)

Netflix filmed the series earlier this year.

There’s no mystery behind the existence of The Challenge it’s a bid to capitalize on the success of Squid Game.

The company is in a stronger position as of mid2023 it added nearly 1.8 million subscribers in the first quarter, and appears to be reaping the rewards of a password sharing crackdown.

Without the bloodshed, of course.

The 10episode run has 456 people competing in events both “inspired” by Squid Game and new for the show.