Unlike many poker shows, which focus on individual efforts, Game of Gold has an important team element to it. We are very happy to hear that the community is enjoying the content as much as we enjoyed filming it. Hang went on to add: “Yes, Squid Game was an incredible Korean show, and we definitely took note of the aspects of that show that created drama and excitement” Game of Gold Teams: Bringing Team Play to Poker GGPoker creative director Spunky Hwang told us: We started debating hands and talking trash … suddenly, somebody in the room suggested that having a camera in our waiting room would be hilarious.” Why is $456,000 the prize pool? Turns out the smash Netflix hit Squid Games was behind the inspiration.
Out of the sixteen players in total started the show, but only one of them would eventually walk away with the prize of $456,000.
GGPoker brought a formidable lineup of poker players to compete in the show. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, visit the National Council of Problem Gambling.
