Having adored Call of the Night’s first season, I walked into Season 2 with high hopes—perhaps too high. What made the original so special was its effortless charm: a fresh atmosphere, gorgeous neon-soaked art, and a laid-back, almost dreamy vibe that filled every episode with warmth. Unfortunately, Season 2 abandons much of that identity. It tries to reinvent itself into something darker, more serious, and “profound,” but the shift feels forced rather than natural.
One of the biggest disappointments is the romance. Season 1 hinted at a slow, intriguing progression that had real potential to blossom. Instead, Season 2 delivers almost nothing. Whenever it does attempt romantic development, it feels half-hearted and, frankly, dull.
Characters who once felt lively and full of promise also suffer. Many of them lose the spark that made them interesting, becoming more like shadows of their Season 1 selves. The detective character, who initially seemed compelling, becomes the season’s biggest misfire. The writing around her feels like an unnecessary attempt at being “deep” or Shakespearean, but instead it comes across as pretentious and poorly executed.
Despite these frustrations—especially the disaster that was Episode 10—I still give Season 2 a 3/10. The first few episodes were genuinely strong, and the art and animation remain stunning throughout, especially the color work reminiscent of Episode 1. But overall, this was a disappointing follow-up to a brilliant first season.
