What happens when a child plays Squid Game’s ‘red light, green light’ with a lioness? Check viral video

A viral video has captured a fascinating interaction between a lioness and a young child, resembling a real-life version of the famous "Red Light, Green Light" game from Squid Game. The footage shows a child standing near the glass of a lion enclosure, dressed in a camouflage jacket, brown beanie, and brown pants.

At first, the lioness remains motionless as the child faces the enclosure. However, the moment the child turns away, she begins to creep forward, as if preparing to pounce. Each time the child looks back, she instantly freezes, maintaining her position. This sequence continues until the lioness reaches the barrier, only to realize there's an invisible wall preventing her from getting any closer. The child, seemingly unaware of the big cat's movements at first, is visibly startled when they finally notice how close the lioness has come.

The video was posted with the caption, “What have we learned? That lions are good at playing red light, green light”. The clip has amassed more than 2.3 million views on X.

How did the internet react?

One viewer highlighted the lioness’s natural hunting instincts, noting that lions rely on stealth and ambush tactics, often resembling the game "Red Light, Green Light." Their tawny fur helps them blend into the savannah, making them nearly invisible to prey.

Not everyone found the video amusing. Some criticized the parents for putting the child so close to the enclosure, calling it potentially traumatic. Others questioned why such a situation was allowed, even with a glass barrier.

Another user pointed out that lions can sync their movements with their prey’s breathing, making them even deadlier hunters. Many agreed, joking that lions have mastered the art of stalking and the freeze-and-pounce technique.

What is the “Red Light- Green Light” game?

In Squid Game, "Red Light, Green Light" is the first deadly game participants play. It is based on a traditional children's game where players move forward when "Green Light" is called and must freeze immediately when "Red Light" is announced. In the show, a giant doll with motion-detecting eyes shoots a player if they move after "Red Light" is called.