The 4.56 million dollar prize has officially found a new owner after a season of betrayal, luck, and intense psychological warfare. Perla Figuereo has emerged as the sole survivor and champion of Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2. The Bronx native outlasted 455 other contestants in a grueling test of endurance that pushed players to their absolute breaking points. Her victory is not just a financial win. It serves as a vindication for a player who wore her heart on her sleeve and refused to apologize for her tears.
Perla describes the moment she realized she won as an explosion of emotions that she still cannot fully process. She went from navigating the high pressure world of low paying modeling gigs to becoming a multimillionaire in an instant. The final episode delivered a shock that left viewers stunned. It capped off a season defined by complex alliances and one massive sacrifice that paved the way for her victory.
From Unfulfilled Model to Multimillionaire Champion
Perla did not enter the competition as a wealthy influencer or a strategic mastermind with a corporate background. She came from a humble beginning in the Bronx and worked as a model before the show. She described her previous career as unfulfilling and restrictive. She wanted creative control over her life. She hated following a rigid schedule where others dictated her look and her time. When the casting call for the Netflix reality giant appeared, she saw it as her only exit ramp.
The 4.56 million dollar cash prize represents total freedom for her and her family.
Perla admits that the transition from her daily life to the dormitory was jarring. She grew up watching the original fictional series with her brother Jeffrey. They dreamed of playing the game for real. The producers allowed them to enter as a secret pair. This gave them an initial advantage of trust that other players had to build from scratch.
The win means she can finally secure a home for her mother. This was her primary motivation throughout the filming. She has not received the wire transfer yet. However, she has already treated herself to a premium ticket to see Hamilton on Broadway. It was a small luxury for a woman who spent weeks sleeping on bunk beds and eating meager rations.
Squid Game Challenge Season 2 winner Perla Figuereo celebrating
“I wanted to wear my own makeup and clothes. I wanted to be me. Now I have the resources to define my own future without asking for permission.”
The Sibling Strategy and Steven Jones Feud
The road to the final was paved with intense conflict. The most heated controversy of the season revolved around the “Slides and Ladders” game. This challenge required players to assign penalties to one another. It quickly turned personal. Perla found herself in a bitter standoff with player Steven Jones.
Fans on social media erupted during this segment. Many accused Perla of being a hypocrite for her moves against Steven. She remains unbothered by the labels. She insists that her choices were strategic while Steven acted out of pure vengeance. She felt his gameplay was emotional retaliation rather than a move to advance.
The tension in the dormitory was palpable after the game. Perla noted that the stares and comments from Steven made the living situation uncomfortable. She refused to back down. She stood by every decision she made during the game.
Key Differences in Gameplay:
- Perla: Focused on survival and removing strong threats to her alliance.
- Steven: Focused on settling scores and reacting to immediate slights.
- Public Perception: Viewers were divided, with heated debates taking over X (formerly Twitter) regarding who was truly the villain.
This rivalry highlighted the brutal social nature of the competition. You cannot just be good at games. You must navigate the egos and emotions of hundreds of strangers who all want the same thing.
Trinity Parriman and the Holy Intervention
The most shocking twist of the finale involved the exit of fan favorite Trinity Parriman. His departure was not the result of a lost marble game or a failed jump on the glass bridge. It was a self sacrifice. Trinity chose to eliminate himself to allow others, including Perla, to move forward.
Perla views this moment as divine intervention. She shared a story about a private prayer she made regarding the Holy Trinity just before the coin game. She asked for a sign and protection. When Trinity Parriman stepped up to sacrifice himself, she saw it as the answer to her prayer.
She firmly believes his sacrifice was the direct reason she reached the final stage.
The internet reacted with huge demands for Perla to share her winnings with Trinity. Fans felt he deserved a cut of the prize for his selfless act. Perla shut down these requests immediately. She expressed gratitude for his move but made it clear that the money is for her family. She intends to focus on her own path. She believes the game is the game. Gifts given inside the competition do not create financial debts outside of it.
Emotional Authenticity and Future Plans
Perla is now offering advice to future contestants who hope to act in Season 3. Her biggest tip is to embrace emotions rather than hide them. She spent much of the season in tears. Critics called her weak. She calls it being human. She says that crying is a natural release of pressure.
She advises new players to build social capital early. The older contestants are often overlooked. Perla suggests making friends with them is a key to survival. Authenticity allows you to last longer than a hidden agenda. People can smell a fake personality in the dorms very quickly.
She is already looking toward the future. She hopes to join a reunion episode with the final 15 players. She wants to hash out the moments that the cameras missed. There is still bad blood and unresolved drama that she is eager to address.
For now, she is preparing for her cosmetic procedure and house hunting. The game is over. The green tracksuit is gone. Perla Figuereo is the last woman standing.
