Squid Game 3 receives harsh criticism and a decline in ratings.

The third and final season of "Squid Game" returned to Netflix, continuing Gi-hun's journey into the bloody game that has captivated the world since 2021. But instead of a finale that satisfied global anticipation, the finale disappointed a large segment of the audience. Get the latest celebrity ads directly on the Special app, where we show you everything new from international stars.

Negative reviews and a sharp decline in popularity

According to Rotten Tomatoes, audience ratings for the third season fell by 33% compared to previous seasons, and critics' ratings dropped by 14 points, revealing a clear gap between expectations and actual results.

Ambiguous ending and illogical character paths

Many criticized the ending, describing it as "flabby and unconvincing," especially with the introduction of the baby-winning plot, which some considered "absurd" and weakened the narrative rather than enhancing it.

Dramatic lines are lost... and the investigator leaves silently.

One of the most disappointing arcs was that of detective Hwang Jun-ho, whose role ended in a lackluster finale with his late confrontation with his brother, the mastermind behind the games, with little impact on the main plot.

From hero to coward... Kang Dae-ho's character collapses

Kang Dae-ho was not spared from the wave of criticism, as he transformed from a sympathetic, humane character into a "cowardly" character who lost his luster, and his career quickly ended in the third season.

The loss of the identity of the wealthy VIPs... and the collapse of their dialogues

The VIP characters, who initially symbolized the rich mocking the poor, were transformed into "superficial and naive" models, with wooden dialogue that deprived viewers of a sense of danger and dread.

Soulless games...and unjustified repetition

Although the third season picked up where its predecessor left off, the repetitive vote-for-return scenes felt boring, and the new games lacked the innovation and symbolism that characterized the first season, making the events less exciting. Enjoy interesting and useful content with an exclusive podcast that provides you with everything you need to know in just a few minutes via the Special app.

Hints of an unspecified future for the series

Despite the disappointment, the series concluded with a scene featuring a new face, the American soldier played by Cate Blanchett, a possible hint that the series will expand into an upcoming American version, despite public dissatisfaction with the current ending.