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NetflixsSquid Game 2was ruthlesslyslammedby viewers, with some calling it hot garbage.

The highly anticipated series was criticized for its slow pacing, underwhelming games, andcontroversialending.

The backlash followsscandalsinvolving cast members, includingLee Jin-wooks contentious casting despite a pastsexual assault accusation.

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A Threads user wrote: Is the rapper onSquid Game 2purposely supposed to be cringe?

because hes doing a great job.

Someone else penned: Squid Game2is an example of how some shows just shouldnt have a 2nd season.

“Squid Game 2 promotional poster with characters in colorful, geometric setting.

Anyone else disappointed withSquid Game 2?

Thats all we got.

And it was so slow and uninteresting this time!!

Squid Game 2 scene with contestants looking at a giant piggy bank full of money.

A fan added: Me after watchingSquid GameSeason 1:I dont think this needs a second season.

Me after watchingSquid GameSeason 2: Yep.

I still dont think this is necessary.

A contestant in a green tracksuit from Squid Game 2 stands in a dimly lit room with others.

A cybernaut shared: Still trying to process everything fromSquid Game2…

Honest I was so disappointed with Gi-hun and also so frking angry at the ending!!!

Like I did not just spend 7 hours binge-watching for it to have THAT ending!!!

Squid Game 2 character in green tracksuit looks concerned during a tense scene.

The writing is terrible.

And the pacing is dreadful.

Lee countered this with a lawsuit stating false allegations at the time.

Cast member in green track jacket with number 246 from Squid Game 2, amidst controversy and fan backlash.

After enduring years of stress, Hwang reportedly lost eight teeth.

Check out the results:

Elderly man in a green and white tracksuit from Squid Game.

Senior man in uniform numbered 001 smiling, a scene from “Squid Game 2” amid cast controversy.

Actor in a black suit sitting on a leather chair, related to “Squid Game 2” cast controversies.

Screenshot of a tweet criticizing Squid Game 2, calling it a snooze fest and flop.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 and its cast members, highlighting multiple scandals.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 for lack of emotion and thrill, using emojis to express disappointment.

Fan criticizes “Squid Game 2,” comparing its music to “Cobra Kai,” questioning the show’s quality.

Tweet criticizing “Squid Game 2” for being a predictable replica with an unfinished, frustrating cliffhanger.

Tweet criticizing “Squid Game 2” as disappointing and incomplete, reflecting fan reactions to the show.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 for slow pacing and unlikable characters.

Tweet criticizing “Squid Game 2” for poor script, performances, and lack of action.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 as disappointing with a low rating.

Tweet critiquing Squid Game 2, describing it as a weak sequel with nonsensical decisions and poor character development.

Fan reaction to “Squid Game 2” discussing focus on character interactions.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 for being messy and disappointing, expressing frustration with the show’s execution.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2 amid cast scandals, with hashtag #SquidGame2 visible.

Tweet about Squid Game 2 casting, praising actresses despite limited screen time, hashtagged #SquidGame2.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2, expressing disappointment compared to season 1.

Tweet criticizing negativity towards sequels amidst Squid Game 2 cast scandals.

Tweet criticizing Squid Game 2, urging Netflix to conclude the show due to dissatisfaction with the ending.