Parents are being warned about a computer game based on the ultra-violent Netflix show Squid Game.
Children are not only accessing the game – hosted on web platform Roblox – some are even using parents’ credit cards to buy add-ons like better weapons.
A schools source said: “Kids can’t get enough of it. Kids are using their mums and dads’ details to order what they can.”
Experts also fear children who play the game and see footage on YouTube and TikTok may try to watch the 15-rated Netflix show.
The Korean hit features 456 contestants battling it out to win a fortune on a “death island”.
The unofficial game – rated 7+ – mimics the show’s violent challenges.
Tech news website Beebom.com said: “Elimination means death. Hence, it might be a bit dark for children. We suggest parents keep an eye on their kids’ activity.”
Schools and councils across the country have also sent out warnings about both the game and TV series.
Central Bedfordshire Council said: “The show is quite graphic with a lot of violent content.”
