Squid Game 3: A Disappointing Finale to a Once-Gripping Series

This is easily the worst season of the series. It completely lost the suspense and grip that made the earlier seasons so compelling. The tension, the unpredictability, and the emotional stakes are all gone. The games might be more diabolical this time around, but they lack impact because the suspense just isn’t there. It feels like the writers forgot what made them so terrifying and captivating in the first place.

The characters, across the board, aren’t that engaging anymore. Their development feels surface-level or overly predictable. You can see the arc of Seong coming from the start, and that removes any sense of mystery or anticipation. What used to be tightly written now feels like it’s being dragged out for the sake of adding more episodes. There’s an overwhelming amount of filler, and the pacing really suffers because of it.

It’s obvious there was never a clear plan on how to conclude the show from the start. And I’m sorry, but that CGI alien-looking baby and haunted-looking dog were both creepy and unintentionally funny. It’s hard to get emotionally invested when the visuals are that distracting.

The death scenes, once shocking and unforgettable, now feel muted. They don’t hit nearly as hard, and none of them stick with you the way they used to. There’s too much dialogue and not enough storytelling through action, which makes the whole thing feel like a chore to get through. You spend more time listening to people talk than actually feeling the stakes of the games.

Overall, this was a deeply disappointing conclusion to what was once one of the most exciting and original shows in recent years. I’m honestly relieved it’s over because it lost its charm and novelty along the way. Still, I’m intrigued by the upcoming spin-off with David Fincher—though I’m not sure what to make of that strange Easter egg in the finale.