The highly anticipated second season of Gen V debuts this week on Prime Video, continuing the chaotic journey of Godolkin University’s young supes while further expanding the bloody, satirical world of The Boys. But does this new chapter live up to the madness of its predecessor?
The first season of Gen V ended with a brutal and game-changing finale, leaving Marie Moreau (Jaz Sinclair) and her friends facing dark truths about Godolkin University. Season 2 promises to push those revelations further, blending campus drama with the grotesque, over-the-top action fans expect.
The season also carries a bittersweet note following the tragic passing of Chance Perdomo, who played Andre Anderson. The actor died in March 2024 at age 27 after a motorcycle accident. The new season acknowledges his absence while paying tribute to his character’s role in the story.
What Critics Think of Season 2
Early reviews suggest that Gen V has avoided the dreaded sophomore slump. While not perfect, critics agree the show remains a bold and entertaining addition to The Boys universe.
- GamesRadar+ (Alex Zalben): Calls Season 2 “as strong as the first season, if not stronger”, praising its ability to balance humor, chaos, and heartfelt moments while honoring Chance Perdomo.
- Variety (Alison Herman): Notes that the show “confronts the loss of Chance Perdomo in a strange but sincere season” while keeping the same pace as its debut.
- Paste Magazine (Amelia Embbering): Highlights that Season 2 “remains faithful to itself” and delivers “an invigorating change of rhythm” to the shared universe.
- Slashfilm (Jeremy Mathai): Argues that the spin-off “avoids the second-year slump by showing some claw”, acknowledging occasional turbulence but calling the ride worthwhile.
- Collider (Aidan Kelley): Warns that while the season is still violent and grotesque, the action feels lighter than in both Gen V Season 1 and The Boys.
- Comicbook.com (James Hunt): Praises deeper character work, saying, “The main characters seem more complex, and I felt more emotionally involved with them than with most of The Boys cast.”
Critical Reception
On review aggregator sites, Gen V Season 2 is performing strongly:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 90% average approval (slightly lower than Season 1’s 97%).
- Metacritic: Score of 73, signaling generally favorable reviews.
Season 2 of Gen V premieres on Wednesday, September 17 with the first three episodes dropping at once on Prime Video. The remaining episodes will be released weekly.
