I'll review only the last episode, but this is the general felling for the entire second season.
The final episode of Squid Game Season 2 was a complete mess, earning a generous 4/10 in my book. After trudging through a season riddled with weak storytelling and undeveloped characters, I hoped the finale might salvage something. Instead, it only solidified how far the series has fallen since its brilliant first season.
The plot was painfully predictable, devoid of any tension or surprises. The main character's arc, which had already been on a downhill spiral, reached its lowest point-dull, nonsensical, and borderline insulting to the audience's intelligence. The emotional depth and moral dilemmas that once defined the show were entirely absent.
The "big moments" in the finale felt forced and hollow, lacking the impactful storytelling or clever twists that made the first season so memorable. The games were unimaginative and poorly executed, with lackluster cinematography that failed to build any suspense or excitement.
Worst of all, the actors-many of whom were already struggling with a bad script-delivered uninspired performances. It was as if they, too, had given up on the material. The final scenes were so anticlimactic and poorly thought out that I found myself questioning how such a promising series could end up here.
Season 2's finale was the nail in the coffin for what was once a groundbreaking show. What the heck happened?! It's hard to believe this is the same Squid Game that captivated audiences worldwide.
