'Squid Game 3's Wi Ha-joon brutally trolled; 'Season 78 & the cop is still finding the island of the games'

A week has passed since Squid Game Season 3 dropped, marking the final chapter in the wildly popular Netflix series. While opinions remain split over the ending and several story arcs, one character has taken the brunt of fan frustration — Detective Hwang Jun-ho.

Originally introduced in the first season as a determined officer looking to uncover the truth behind the deadly games, Hwang's story had early promise. His connection to The Front Man, revealed to be his brother, added a personal layer to the pursuit. But over time, viewers believe that arc lost all direction.

Season 2 offered little movement in Hwang's search. Season 3, despite all expectations, continued to stretch the same storyline with the detective still trying to locate the elusive island. Viewers, who were hoping for closure or at least a confrontation between the brothers, were left baffled when all they got was a silent glance. No resolution, no real conversation. Just a look and then nothing.

This creative decision has not gone unnoticed. Fans have flooded social media with an avalanche of jokes and memes. The most viral include captions like “Season 79 Cop still can't find the island (Bro is already there?)” and “Season 78 Cop finally figured out how to hold the map (Bro was already there).” Others joked, “Cop still trusts the captain (56st Season),” mocking the repeated missteps and the lack of payoff.

What was once an intense subplot about brotherhood and betrayal has now turned into a repetitive cycle, prompting fans to question why the storyline was stretched across three seasons with minimal progress.

While some supporters appreciated the subtlety and restraint, the majority seemed disappointed with the creative choices. Especially in a series known for its fast pacing and shocking twists, this detour felt like a stall.

As Squid Game closes its final chapter, Detective Hwang’s arc has become an unexpected meme phenomenon not for how it ended but for how it never truly moved forward.

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