While the world tuned into Netflix ’s top performing original TV show, another woman was battling with the ramifications of the series. It’s been three years since the fantastic debut of season 1, which saw Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, battle it out against all odds to become the ultimate winner out of 456 contestants.

But the hit Korean-language Netflix series is already facing criticism for failing to live up to the promise of its powerful original run. Media experts say it shouldn’t come as any surprise: Call it the curse of round two.

Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk and Emmy winner Lee Jung-jae are back for more death-defying games and nefariously masked villains as the series returns after a three-year absence.