Season 1 had a lot of fun numeromogical referemces biblical references etc that made the show a literal rabbit hole when diving into its references. Though it was slower paced. Season 2 is faster paced. Cuts through what would've been some wasted time by opening up the world of dark so that we all understand what's going on -- kinda. Now more questions than ever but with less of a "lost" feel. It definitely is guided well written, cimentography and coloration remains beautifully portrayed. A lot of questions are connected but just open more connections. Brilliantly written and thoroughly engaging. Can't wait til season 3. I love how they handle time travel paradoxes.