Mind-Blowing Twisted Metal Season 2 Teaser Unveiled - Brace Yourself for John Doe's Shocking Future!

Warning: Major spoilers below for Twisted Metal season 1!

Summary

Introducing a post-apocalyptic road trip narrative, the season revolves around John Doe, a courier tasked with a perilous delivery to secure admission into New San Francisco.

With an enigmatic conclusion, it hints at the potential of a Twisted Metal tournament in the second season, reuniting iconic game characters and featuring the anticipated return of Sweet Tooth. Meanwhile, it leaves lingering mysteries concerning John's amnesia and his sister's ulterior motives.

The first season of Twisted Metal concludes with a satisfying ending that will please fans of the video game. It also adds more depth to the backstory of John Doe. The original Twisted Metal game was released in 1995 on the PlayStation and started a well-loved cult franchise. Each installment of the game had its own unique storyline, but popular characters like Sweet Tooth and Mr. Grimm would often make appearances. Peacock's adaptation of Twisted Metal stays true to the essence of the games while introducing a new narrative.

In this version of Twisted Metal, the story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world and follows Anthony Mackie's character, John Doe, who works as a courier. John is given the mission to travel from New San Francisco to New Chicago to retrieve a mysterious package. If he survives the treacherous journey, he will be granted permanent residency in New San Francisco. Along the way, John encounters and falls in love with a thief named Quiet, portrayed by Stephanie Beatriz. He also finds himself at odds with a relentless law enforcer named Agent Stone, played by Thomas Haden Church. Additionally, John narrowly escapes an encounter with the infamous serial killer, Sweet Tooth, portrayed by Samoa Joe. In a final confrontation with Agent Stone and Sweet Tooth, John secures his place in New San Francisco, only to discover the true reason behind his hiring.

Why Raven Really Wanted John Doe In New San Francisco

In the first episode of Twisted Metal, entitled "WLUDRV," the COO of New San Francisco, Raven (portrayed by Neve Campbell), personally extends an offer to John. However, she imposes a challenging delivery task as a condition for him to secure a place in the city. Throughout his journey, John faces torment, witnesses the destruction of his cherished car, Ev3lin, and encounters adversaries everywhere he turns. Nevertheless, he does manage to forge a few friendships along the way, individuals who later assist him during his ultimate confrontation with Stone's forces. Upon John's successful return to New San Francisco, Raven honors their agreement, yet she denies entry to Quiet.

Aware that entering the city is John's heartfelt desire, and confident that regardless of this outcome, he will remain by her side, Quiet intentionally shoots him in the shoulder, compelling Raven's security team to swiftly transport him to a hospital. Some skeptical Twisted Metal enthusiasts might draw parallels between Raven and the series' antagonist, Calypso, speculating that she grants John his "wish." However, this assumption proves false. The delivery itself serves as a mere plot device, with the package containing nothing more than "Rocky Road" ice cream. In truth, Raven's intention all along was to assess John's driving skills, as she wishes for him to participate in an unprecedented tournament organized by a man named Calypso.

What Is The Twisted Metal Tournament?

In the tournament organized by Calypso, similar to the Twisted Metal games, skilled drivers from all over the country engage in vehicular combat. Raven declares that the sole rule is to "survive," and the victor will have their deepest desires fulfilled by Calypso himself. Twisted Metal season 1 primarily serves as Raven's evaluation of John, as she searches for the most exceptional driver to participate in the competition. The conclusion offers glimpses of some of John's future adversaries, including renowned Twisted Metal characters such as Mr Grimm and Axel.

Why John Doe Tries To Leave New San Francisco In Twisted Metal Season 1's Ending

John's displeasure is palpable upon hearing Raven's pitch, especially considering his imminent departure from New San Francisco. Upon entering the city's confines, the narrative skips ahead by a month, revealing John's ongoing struggle to acclimate himself within the genial community. Despite Raven's efforts to make him feel at ease by providing him with counterfeit companions, John remains determined to locate Quiet, despite her previous act of shooting him. Nevertheless, Raven ultimately thwarts his plans of leaving the city.

John Doe’s Memory Loss Explained

In a dystopian world 20 years after a devastating event, the protagonist named John Doe wakes up in a wrecked car with no memory of his past. As he tries to navigate this harsh reality, his car is stolen by another survivor, leaving him alone. Eventually, he comes across a Subaru named Ev3lin, which becomes his loyal companion and shelter for the next two decades. In the season 1 finale of Twisted Metal titled "SHNGRLA," John is taken by Raven to his childhood home in New San Francisco, where he discovers photographs of his parents and sister. This triggers memories of his younger self, played by Anthony Mackie Jr, and reveals his passion for music and aptitude for driving cars. It is revealed that his father had instructed him to drive to safety when the apocalypse struck, leading to the accident that caused his amnesia. Although the pictures evoke nostalgic flashbacks, John still does not fully recollect his past by the end of Twisted Metal season 1. Moreover, he comes to terms with the fact that the boy he once was and the man he has become are now two distinct individuals.

What Does John Doe’s Sister Dollface Want From Quiet?

Quiet's final scene in Twisted Metal unveils an intriguing encounter with Dollface, a renowned game character. Armed with an assault rifle, Dollface commands an army of devoted followers called The Dolls. However, it is later revealed that this version of Dollface is none other than John's sister, who has tirelessly searched for him over the years. While she is aware of Quiet and John's recent extraordinary journey together, her true intentions towards them remain shrouded in mystery. It is unclear whether she seeks to reunite with her long-lost sibling or seeks revenge upon the brother she believes abandoned their family two decades ago. Given the twisted nature of the Twisted Metal universe, the latter motive seems more probable.

Twisted Metal Season 1's Post-Credits Scene Explained

The live-action adaptation of Twisted Metal by Peacock incorporates various hidden nods to the game series. Notably, the surprise appearance of characters Mike and Stu from the less popular Twisted Metal 2 adds depth to the storyline. Portrayed by Tahj Vaughans and Mike Mitchell respectively, these two characters are initially saved from cannibals by Stone and eventually join his team. However, Stu becomes disillusioned with Stone's ruthless approach to justice and ends up forming an unlikely alliance with Sweet Tooth. In a climactic moment, Mike and Stu, who had been estranged, reunite as Stu realizes the true nature of Sweet Tooth as a violent harbinger of chaos.

Stu takes aim at Sweet Tooth's eye to protect Mike, and later they both ram him with a jeep. The climactic scene in Twisted Metal supposedly leads to the demise of Stone, who shoots himself offscreen, leaving Mike and Stu with no apparent obstacles. In the post-credit sequence of Twisted Metal, they savor some hot dogs, unaware that Sweet Tooth is stealthily approaching. In a sequence of rapid cuts, Sweet Tooth unsheathes his sword, blood splatters everywhere, and Stu is forcefully taken away while screaming, leaving Mike's fate uncertain.

How Did Sweet Tooth Survive The Car Battle?

How The Ending Sets Up Twisted Metal Season 2

The survival of Sweet Tooth in Twisted Metal's ending remains unexplained. Despite losing an eye due to a gunshot and setting his head on fire, he surprisingly bears no burn scars and appears to be in good health, even after enduring multiple gunshots and being hit by a jeep. While a demonic factor could be attributed to his recovery, the more plausible explanation lies in his remarkable resilience, considering the exaggerated and whimsical nature of the series.

The conclusion of Season 1 sets up an ideal foundation for the highly anticipated second season of Twisted Metal. Fans of the video games may feel let down by the absence of a genuine Twisted Metal tournament or an insufficient amount of vehicular combat. However, if there is a follow-up season, the focal point will undoubtedly be the eponymous contest itself. Moreover, most of the beloved characters from the games will participate, and it is almost certain that Calypso will assume the role of the primary antagonist.

The conclusion also guarantees the return of Sweet Tooth, as Twisted Metal wouldn't be complete without the presence of the deranged clown. Additionally, in season 2, it will be necessary for John and Quiet to reunite, while the motives behind Dollface's actions towards her brother remain uncertain. Essentially, the first season of Twisted Metal served as a prelude to a faithful rendition of the games, and with any luck, the upcoming series will fulfill that promise.