Survival 456 But It's Impostor is a free-to-play action game that combines two-hit properties: the Netflix series Squid Game and the party video game Among Us. In this creative mashup from Great Arcade Games, you play as a participant of the games. However, you have unique powers, giving you the advantage. Whether you win the games or not depends on your skill.

Survival 456 But It’s Impostor sets itself apart from other Squid Game-inspired survival games, like Squid Game: 456 Survival or 456: Squid Game Challenge, by introducing gameplay features from the asymmetric multiplayer game and adding supernatural elements.

Win the games, and more

Unlike other apps, Survival 456 But It’s Impostor features all Korean folk games featured in the show. This includes Red Light, Green Light, Glass Bridge, Tug of War, and the Dalgona Candy game. These games have easy-to-follow game mechanics, yet winning them is challenging, even frustrating at times. Despite your powers as an impostor, there’s no guarantee that you’ll emerge victoriously.

In terms of graphics, it’s not entirely original, but it comes off as intriguing. Imagine everything from Squid Game being rendered in an Among Us visual style. Those creatures wearing the jumpsuits and even the Red Light, Green Light doll sport the iconic plastic bubble, like those worn by astronauts. This adds enjoyment to the game, which makes for a great casual experience.

Lastly, the controls are easy and intuitive and clearly mapped on the touch screen. The rules are also simple, especially for fans of the show. However, the difficulty is what makes this game frustrating for other players. The hard levels require multiple tries to succeed, as its high difficulty level makes the competitors tougher. Add this to already challenging stages, and you get yourself several minutes of repetitive game time.

A good mashup

Overall, Survival 456 But It’s Impostor takes the good parts of both source materials and turns it into something not entirely original but entirely enjoyable. It gives you a bit of help in terms of impostor skills, yet the games remain challenging that you can still fail. The game uses the cute design style of Among Us, which adds enjoyability to this short, casual experience. Recommended.