The reality show Beast Games, created by YouTuber Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson, has become globally known, featuring 1,000 contestants competing for an unprecedented $5 million cash prize.
The competition, which combines physical, mental, and strategic challenges, is set to conclude with its finale airing on February 13, 2025. The series streams exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, releasing episodes weekly at 3:00 am ET.
As the season narrows to its most intense moments, fans are eager to find out who will be crowned the ultimate winner. Here is the full episode schedule for Beast Games, along with key details about the show’s concept, contestant experiences, and the potential for Season 2.
Beast Games: Episode schedule and finale date
The first season of Beast Games features a total of 10 episodes. As of January 23, 2025, seven episodes have been released, leaving four more before the finale. Below is the full release schedule:
- Episode 1 – '1,000 People Fight for $5,000,000' – December 19, 2024
- Episode 2 – '500 People Trapped In My City' – December 19, 2024
- Episode 3 – 'The Solitary Experiment' – December 26, 2024
- Episode 4 – 'The Golden Ticket' – January 2, 2025
- Episode 5 – 'Fight to Win a Private Island' – January 9, 2025
- Episode 6 – 'Physical, Mental, Chance…Your Choice' – January 16, 2025
- Episode 7 – TBA – January 23, 2025
- Episode 8 – TBA – January 30, 2025
- Episode 9 – TBA – February 7, 2025
- Episode 10 (Finale) – TBA – February 13, 2025
Episodes are released weekly on Amazon Prime Video at 3:00 am ET. The finale is expected to have a longer runtime as the winner is crowned and the $5 million prize is awarded.
What is Beast Games about?
Beast Games is a high-stakes reality competition where contestants battle through a series of challenges. Starting with 1,000 participants, the competition gradually narrows as players are eliminated.
The challenges test contestants' physical endurance, mental acuity, and strategic thinking. In addition to the $5 million grand prize, the show also awards lavish rewards such as a private island, Lamborghinis, and significant cash sums.
Many described it as reminiscent of the Squid Game—minus the life-threatening stakes. The contestants are assigned numbers and thrown into unpredictable situations. Challenges range from solo tests to team-based competitions, with alliances and betrayals constantly shifting.
Behind-the-scenes insights
Player 892, a contestant from the show, offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the production. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Out Of The Box, he revealed the intense conditions participants endured.
“For every hour that we filmed, we had 15 hours of stand-by,”
he said, describing the lengthy production process. Contestants often filmed through the night, with hours of downtime contributing to mental and emotional exhaustion.
“The production kept trying to pin each other against their own team by switching things up on them constantly,”
Player 892 added, describing the constant reshuffling of alliances and team dynamics. The unpredictable nature of the game created a
“rollercoaster of alliances, backstabbing, and loyalty,” he said.
Season 2: Will Beast Games return?
As the finale of Season 1 approaches, fans are already speculating about the possibility of the show returning for a second season. Amazon Prime Video has not officially announced a renewal. However, the show’s consistent top rankings on FlixPatrol in multiple territories suggest strong viewership.
As per The Direct on January 22, despite some controversy surrounding the show, its success has positioned it as a potential frontrunner for a second season. The decision will likely depend on whether Beast Games maintains its popularity through its final episodes and beyond.
Beast Games is available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. New subscribers can take advantage of the platform’s free trial to catch up on the episodes.