Octopus Game Keys and Knifes update is the latest content expansion for Roblox’s popular Squid Game-inspired series. With this new mode, players experience an exciting twist on survival gameplay by dividing into two distinct roles—Hunters and Runners—while facing intense teamwork, reflex challenges, and new mechanics. This guide breaks down how to play the new mode, strategies for both roles, and how to master the update’s other additions like Jump Rope, ensuring you stay ahead in every minigame.
What is the Keys and Knifes Update in Octopus Game?
The Keys and Knifes update introduces a survival mode directly inspired by Squid Game Season 3. In this game mode, all players are split into two teams:
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Red Team (Hunters/Knifes): Tasked with chasing down and eliminating all Runner players before they can escape. Hunters are armed with knives and must coordinate to outsmart and catch their opponents.
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Blue Team (Runners/Keys): Must search for the correct exit door using their keys and escape while evading the Hunters. Once a door is unlocked, it cannot be relocked, making quick thinking and timing essential for success.
How to Play Keys and Knifes Mode
To access the new mode, head to the gumball machine in the center of the room. By pressing E at the machine, you receive a randomly assigned role as either Hunter or Runner. This mechanic keeps each round unpredictable and gives every player a chance to try both sides of the game.
As a Hunter, your objective is to eliminate as many Runners as possible. Work closely with your teammates, patrol exit doors, and use your knife for fast takedowns. Communication and cooperation are key, especially as Runners will attempt creative escapes and diversions.
As a Runner, focus on stealth, observation, and speed. Move quickly to find the correct door while staying out of the Hunters’ sight. Once you unlock a door, remember that it can’t be locked again—so don’t hesitate or linger in open areas. The best Runners anticipate Hunter movements and make split-second decisions to survive.
Door Mechanics and Escape Strategy
In Keys and Knifes mode, door mechanics play a critical role. Every Runner needs to find and unlock the correct exit using their key. However, with Hunters guarding the exits and the rule that doors cannot be relocked, you must choose your moment carefully. As soon as you find the right door, go for the escape—waiting too long gives Hunters more time to react.
For Hunters, guarding doors is a top priority. Spread out to cover multiple exits, communicate if you see Runners approaching, and use teamwork to corral escaping players. Effective defense can turn a near escape into a last-minute elimination.
Mastering the New Jump Rope Mode
Alongside Keys and Knifes, the update also introduces Jump Rope—another fast-paced, skill-based mode. Players must cross a bridge while leaping over a rotating rope. If you mistime your jump, you’ll fall and be eliminated.
Key strategies for Jump Rope:
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Timing is everything: Watch the speed of the rope and jump precisely as it passes under your feet.
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Beware of other players: It’s possible to push other players while jumping, so maintain your distance and anticipate sudden shoves.
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Progressive difficulty: The rope speeds up with each of the three rounds, requiring sharper reflexes as you advance. Stay focused and adapt quickly to survive the increasingly tough rounds.
All Current Minigames in Octopus Game
With the latest update, Octopus Game now features a rich selection of minigames, including:
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Red Light Green Light
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Honeycomb
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Mingle
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Keys & Knifes
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Lights Out
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Rebellion
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Glass Bridge
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Jump Rope
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Squid Game
Practicing each mode improves your overall reflexes, positioning, and timing—key skills that determine your success in both survival and escape roles.
Tips for Winning as Hunter or Runner
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Hunters: Coordinate patrols, always watch key escape routes, and use your knife quickly. Focus on cornering lone Runners rather than chasing a crowd.
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Runners: Be unpredictable, avoid running in straight lines, and use obstacles to block Hunter sightlines. Don’t wait too long at doors—decisive action wins the round.
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Gumball Machine: Remember to always start each round at the gumball machine for random role assignment.
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In Jump Rope, focus on jump rhythm and player spacing to avoid being pushed or falling.
Final Thoughts
Octopus Game Keys and Knifes update delivers a dynamic new gameplay layer for Roblox fans of Squid Game-style survival challenges. By understanding the new team roles, mastering escape and defense strategies, and practicing your timing in Jump Rope and other minigames, you can outwit your opponents and lead your team to victory. Whether you prefer the high-pressure chases as a Hunter or the tense escapes as a Runner, this update offers fun, competition, and a fresh reason to return to Octopus Game.