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Squid Game 2 was a bad game for five reasons.


By Kajal Sharma - 07 Jan 2025 10:38 PM
In December of last year, the eagerly awaited Squid Game 2 became available on Netflix. Here are the reasons why the Lee Jung-jae film fell short.For many fans, Squid Game 2 was a tremendous letdown. Season one's depiction of Seoung Gi-hun's harrowing journey raised expectations that the second installment would be just as thrilling and intriguing. The creators, however, fell short. Many people have concerns about gaps in the highly anticipated second season, which premiered on December 26, 2024, and have conjectured about the promises made for season 3.I didn't think Squid Game 2 was worth playing for the following five reasons:
1. Less enjoyment with fewer games It wasn't as engaging as the previous season, despite Seoung Gi-hun's decision to return and play the games. Even if we ignore the similarity, there were less games in the episodes, which meant less fun and survival adrenaline. Furthermore, what made the games engaging in the past was that they weren't created with a social setting in mind. Additionally, the buildup between the games was excessively prolonged.
2. The accessibility of the front man The antagonist, Front Man, was the subject of a lot of fanfare. One of the most exciting aspects about Squid Game was that his identity was kept a secret. But forcing him to participate in the game was a huge letdown because it resulted in nothing positive during the climax. It was preferable to leave his actual self undiscovered. Indeed, Front Man's debut felt unimpressive and ambiguous.
3. Inadequate character growth Inadequate character development also hurt season two. A number of characters' backstories and arcs were left unfinished. Furthermore, their personal lives and stories lacked depth. Because of the diminished relatability, the second season's influence was brief.
4. The subplot of the boat crew Raising the stakes for the entire drama, the subplot involving the boat crew may have been a noteworthy addition to the narrative. The creators lost out on a significant chance that might have changed the course of Squid Game 2. The entire crew appeared to be lost after a time.
5. A mediocre climax Any Squid Game fan's last hope came at the game's climax. But many were disappointed by Gi-hun's sad response and the passing of his best friend.