Twisted Metal Season 2 is set to premiere on Peacock on July 31, 2025, with the first three episodes dropping at once. The series, based on the popular PlayStation video game, will continue the chaotic, high-speed adventures of John Doe (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz) as they enter the deadly Twisted Metal tournament.
Twisted Metal Season 1 Recap
The first season introduced viewers to a post-apocalyptic world where cities are isolated, and survival depends on ruthless drivers. John Doe, a milkman with no memory of his past, is tasked with delivering a mysterious package. Along the way, he teams up with Quiet, a skilled car thief, and faces dangerous enemies, including the psychotic clown Sweet Tooth (Will Arnett and Samoa Joe).
The season ended with John and Quiet separated—John inside New San Francisco, while Quiet meets Dollface (Tiana Okoye), who leads a rebel group called the Dolls. The finale teased the upcoming Twisted Metal tournament, where the winner gets any wish granted by the mysterious Calypso (Anthony Carrigan).
What to Expect in Twisted Metal Season 2
The Tournament Takes Center Stage
Season 2 will focus on the Twisted Metal tournament, a brutal demolition derby where drivers fight for survival. Calypso, the enigmatic host, promises to grant the winner’s deepest desire.
Anthony Mackie (John Doe) said: “The tournament’s gonna take up the majority of the season. If you have an aching for car combat, we’re gonna make sure that ache goes away because we’ve got plenty of it for ya.”
New and Returning Characters
Familiar faces return, including:
- Sweet Tooth (Will Arnett voicing, Samoa Joe performing)
- Stu (Mike Mitchell), Sweet Tooth’s protégé
- Dollface (Tiana Okoye), John’s long-lost sister
- Mr. Grimm (Richard de Klerk), a soul-collecting biker
Newcomers include:
- Axel (Michael James Shaw), a fighter with tire-shaped arms
- Mayhem (Saylor Bell Curda)
- Vermin (Lisa Gilroy)
- Raven (Patty Guggenheim), a new version of the character
Time Jump and Character Arcs
The story jumps seven months after Season 1. Quiet now works with the Dolls, a rebel group fighting for outsiders.
Stephanie Beatriz (Quiet) teased: “It is a very strange mix of super hard comedy joke, joke, joke, joke. Very zany humor, plus tons of action and then it’ll drop into this very real, grounded place.”
John Doe reunites with his sister, Dollface, adding emotional depth to his journey. Meanwhile, Sweet Tooth continues his murderous rampage, teaching Stu the art of chaos.
Twisted Metal Season 2 Release Schedule
The season will have 12 episodes, released weekly after the initial three-episode drop.
| Episode | Title | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PRSRPNT | July 31, 2025 |
| 2 | DOLF4C3 | July 31, 2025 |
| 3 | T3STDRV | July 31, 2025 |
| 4 | LZGTBZY | August 7, 2025 |
| 5 | ONURMRK | August 7, 2025 |
| 6 | MKAW1SH | August 14, 2025 |
| 7 | H1TNRVN | August 14, 2025 |
| 8 | SDDNDTH | August 21, 2025 |
| 9 | VAVAVUM | August 21, 2025 |
| 10 | M4YH3M | August 28, 2025 |
| 11 | OHLYNTE | August 28, 2025 |
| 12 | NUY3ARZ | August 28, 2025 |
Behind the Scenes and Fan Reactions
The show’s practical effects have impressed fans.
Michael Jonathan Smith (Showrunner) said: “Yes, there’s going to be CGI, but the majority of what you’ll see is all practical. There will be plenty of easter eggs.”
At San Diego Comic-Con 2025, fans got a sneak peek at Axel’s entrance, described as “mind-blowing.”
The first season received mixed reviews from critics (67% on Rotten Tomatoes) but was loved by audiences (93% audience score). Season 2 aims to expand the world with more factions, deeper character arcs, and intense car battles.
Also read: Twisted Metal Season 2 Release Date, Cast, Where to Watch, and Everything You Need to Know
Credits: Sources include IMDb, TVLine, Syfy, Screen Rant, and NBC.
