Devil’s Challenge: Netflix’s Mind Game Returns More Ruthless Than Ever

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By: Jessica Morrison


“Trial by the Devil” is a South Korean reality TV show. Following its initial season aired in 2023, season 2 has been available since May 6, 2025, on Netflix.

Following the success of its inaugural season, Netflix has renewed the South Korean reality show Trial by the Devil for a highly anticipated second season. This new installment, dubbed “The Death Room,” introduces even more daunting rules aimed at increasing viewer excitement. Although the core gameplay remains unchanged, the contestants in this season are subjected to more ruthless challenges.

As for the cast, the second season features even more intricate strategic battles with a total of 14 participants, two more than the first season. The diverse lineup includes notable personalities such as Lee Se-dol, the renowned Go player famous for his match against AI AlphaGo, Kyuhyun from the K-pop group Super Junior, known for his strategic mind, and broadcaster Kang Ji-young, celebrated for her composure.

What is the Gameplay of Trial by the Devil?

In Trial by the Devil, contestants engage in strategic battles over a week with the goal of winning 500 million won (around $350,000). Upon arrival, each contestant is given a “token” which can be used to gain strategic advantages. Throughout the week, they can earn, give away, or lose these tokens. Those without any tokens are immediately eliminated, and those with the fewest must go to “prison.” At the end of the week, the two contestants with the most tokens advance to the finale.

Season 2 introduces several new features to shake up the game dynamics, including an expanded prison zone, elimination duels, the splitting of contestants into two groups, and more complex puzzles.

Who Are the Cast Members of Trial by the Devil Season 2?

  • Lee Se-dol: Go player
  • Justin H. Min: Korean-American actor (The Umbrella Academy)
  • Kyuhyun: member of K-pop group Super Junior
  • Kang Ji-young: broadcaster for JTBC
  • Yoon So-hui: actress and KAIST graduate
  • Chuu: singer and media personality
  • Jeong Hyun-gyu: Youtuber, Seoul National University prodigy
  • Lee Seung-hyun: former Miss Korea
  • 7high: music producer and poker player
  • Choi Hyun-joon: model
  • Kim Ha-rin: cosmetic surgeon
  • Park Sang-yeon: 2021 International Physics Olympiad gold medalist
  • Son Eun-yoo: mergers and acquisitions lawyer
  • Tino: Youtuber

Where Can You Stream Trial by the Devil?

All 12 episodes of the first season of Trial by the Devil have been available on Netflix since September 2023. Season 2 is released in three parts throughout May 2025: the first four episodes on May 6, the next five on May 13, and the final three episodes on May 20. Subscription options for the streaming platform include an essential plan with ads at $7.99 per month, a standard ad-free plan at $14.99 per month, and a premium plan at $21.99 per month.

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