The Slipperiest Game, Pt 1: The Narrative Design Masterpiece That Didn't Need a Sequel
No Plot, Only Lore · Josh Varty and Kristoffer Hansen
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Show Notes
So, we’ve both finally seen all of Squid Game.
Season 1 was a masterpiece that didn’t need a sequel.
Season 2 started strong, but there was some strange decision-making. Best character in the series was introduced, though (Cho Hyun-ju)
Season 3 undid all of my goodwill for seasons 1 and 2.
Let’s get into it.
General Issues:
Repetition
Lack of Innovation, even in the new games
Focus on time between games, but not in like, an interesting way?
More luck, less strategy (this was an issue I had with season 1, too, with the bridge)
Less morality, more preaching, no evolution of themes.