History YMMV / Titans2018

** [[TheBigGuy Hank]] being incapacitated by [[spoiler:Jason Todd]] of all people is TheWorfEffect taken to new and hilarious levels. Alan Ritchson is a big, ''big'' dude, while Curran Walters is... not.

* UnfortunateImplications: [[https://boundingintocomics.com/2021/02/02/eric-july-rips-hollywoods-tokenization-of-comic-book-characters-after-titans-tim-drake-casting-announcement/ Some of the objections]] to the casting description of Tim Drake aren't about the character's RaceLift, but because that race lift is accompanied by a background change where Tim becomes a street kid, which some see as stereotypical, as opposed to his well-liked comics background.

* UnintentionallySympathetic: Hank is hit with TheComplainerIsAlwaysWrong trope quite a bit but many fans have pointed out that it feels more like the JerkassHasAPoint.

** [[spoiler: Jason]] gets a lot of this in Season 3. At first it seems quite intentional considering how many KickTheDog moments they're given, but fans correctly surmised that the writers wouldn't be able to help themselves and would try and force a redemption arc for them. Sure enough, there's quite a few moments in the Season alongside a MoralityPet to try and warm fans back up to them, however absolutely nothing was going to redeem them for [[spoiler: [[MoralEventHorizon Hank's murder.]]]] and thus they end Season 3 on a very awkward note where it's quite clear that they've done far too much to be forgiven, but the show does its best to try and make you feel sympathy and it doesn't really land.
* UnfortunateCharacterDesign: As stated above, Starfire's [[WTHCostumingDepartment rather trashy looking]] wig and costume has caused ''many'' fans to note that she looks like a prostitute. Sadly this turned into constant online comments referring to the character (and indirectly the actress) as 'hooker' or 'prostitute' instead of a genuine criticism of the costuming department or the costume itself.

** This happens again in Season 3, though it's not to the level of the previous two due to the lacking physical presence. [[spoiler: Scarecrow]] had been spending half the season cleverly working the Titans, [[spoiler: Jason Todd]] and the entire city of Gotham to dance to his tune, always staying one step ahead. However all it really takes to send it all crashing down is the Titans spending one episode not self-destructing and acting normally for their entire operation to be taken out. The only reason they last to the end of the season is a combination of sheer luck and some XanatosSpeedChess to re-right the ship, but they never feel anywhere near close to the threat they were in the first half of Season 3.

* AlasPoorScrappy: For people who don't like him, some felt sorry for Hank when he finally started to have a JerkassRealization, only to be [[spoiler: brutally killed thanks to Dawn's impulsiveness.]]

* SeasonalRot: Season 2 was even more divisive between critics and fans compared to Season 1 (which ''already'' had a very divisive reaction).
** The first episode was criticized because the villain Trigon was defeated in a quick, easy and anticlimactic manner, but some fans argued that this could easily be overlooked because the episode was originally the season finale of Season 1.
** While Conner's characterization and introduction was praised, his sub-plot with being hunted by Cadmus negatively impacted the second half of the season, as Cadmus takes over from Deathstroke as the final boss villain, despite having no vendetta with the Titans whatsoever.
** Gar and Rachel suffer OutOfFocus in the season, with Jason and the remaining OG Titans getting more screentime.
** Kory doesn't get much better either. Her sub-plot with dealing with Blackfire's arrival feels very [[TrappedByMountainLions disconjointed]] from the main plot, despite setting up the next season. Also, out of nowhere towards the end, she loses her powers, rendering her useless against Deathstroke and Superboy.
** Many fans have also criticized the fact that most characters suffer from TookALevelInJerkass, making it difficult for viewers to identify and sympathize with them. And the heroes who are truly deemed sympathetic (Gar and Conner) are kidnapped, tortured and brainwashed, just to provide the jerkier heroes a reason to get back together.
** Finally, the season finale events, especially the fates of [[spoiler:Deathstroke and Donna]] were received with controversy, to say the least. In general, even the season's biggest supporters admit there are issues that need to be fixed by the writers in Season 3.

** Already [[BaseBreakingCharacter divisive]] in the previous seasons, season 3 saw most of the fandom turn against Dick Grayson/Nightwing. Not only the character is disliked for being a SpotlightStealingSquad, but his CharacterArc is also considered one of the worst parts of the show, with [[ArcFatigue each season]] being about Dick fighting against his inner darkness, treating his team like crap and learning how to be a better person, [[AesopAmnesia just to forget about it at the start of the following season.]] His many KickTheDog moments, like constantly leaving the team when thr others need him the most and [[spoiler: using kryptonite to knock out Superboy and Krypto because he didn't want their help]] only increased the hatedom, with many wondering [[DesignatedHero why or how he should be condidered an hero.]]

** Already [[BaseBreakingCharacter divisive]] in the previous seasons, season 3 saw most of the fandom turn against Dick Grayson/Nightwing. Not only the character is disliked for being a SpotlightStealingSquad, but his CharacterArc is also considered one of the worst parts of the show, with [[ArcFatigue each season]] being about Dick fighting against his inner darkness, treating his team like crap and learning how to be a better person, [[AesopAmnesia just to forget about it at the start of the following season.]] His many KickTheDog moments, like constantly leaving the team and [[spoiler: using kryptonite to knock out Superboy and Krypto because he didn't want their help]] only increased the hatedom, with many wondering [[DesignatedHero why or how he should be condidered an hero.]]

** Already [[BaseBreakingCharacter divisive]] in the previous seasons, season 3 saw most of the fandom turn against Dick Grayson/Nightwing. Not only the character is disliked for being a SpotlightStealingSquad, but his CharacterArc is also considered one of the worst parts of the show, with [[ArcFatigue each season]] being about Dick fighting against his inner darkness, treating his team like crap and learning how to be a better person, [[AesopAmnesia just to forget about it at the start of the following season.]] His many KickTheDog moments, like constlantly leaving the team and [[spoiler: using kryptonite to knock out Superboy and Krypto because he didn't want their help]] only increased the hatedom, with many wondering [[DesignatedHero why or how he should be condidered an hero.]]

* SugarWiki/VisualEffectsOfAwesome: While it's true the show had some Wtf moments on the character design and CGI departments, the stunning special effects and visual art are one of its forte points. The show is very appreciated for its original style of filming and how it managed to turn the ''show, don't tell'' rule into metaphorical and symbolic shooting. The pilot even earned the TV Drama Cinematography Award from the Canadian Society of Cinematographers Awards. Here is a fanmade [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OozrxKWSVIM video]] studying the shooting style of the show.

* Donna Troy's return in season 3 wins the crowd back a bit and seeing her teaming up with Tim and Hank is a sight to see.

** In "Hank and Dove", The Titans learn that [[spoiler: Jason Todd is not only alive, but he is the Red Hood that's been targeting them]]. While they speculate as to how this is possible, Hank gets a phone call from [[spoiler: Jason]], asking him to come help him. He then has Hank do increasingly random things, such as strip naked in an abandoned gym and swim across a dirty pool.
*** [[AC:You’d Expect:]] Hank, who had earlier threatened to beat [[spoiler: Jason]] to death, to perhaps be a bit more cautious. This is the guy who just played them all pretty bad yesterday, so he clearly knows how to play them ''and'' is out to make their lives as miserable as possible. Plus, they were already played pretty bad by Deathstroke--one of the reasons that [[spoiler: Jason]] went down the path he did in the first place.
*** [[AC:Instead:]] He doesn't suspect a thing and winds up [[spoiler: with a bomb in his chest that his teammates have to make a SadisticChoice over getting it out]]. He noticeably {{Lampshades}} how stupid he was to do this.
*** [[AC:As a Result:]] [[spoiler: Hank doesn't make it and blows up thanks to Dawn.]]
** The same episode sees Dawn make a pretty stupid decision in regards to Hank's situation. If [[spoiler: Red Hood doesn't get $50 million in gold bars, Hank dies]]. Dick refuses to play along with his game and has Conner work on a disabler for the device, while the rest of the team tries to slow down his heart [[spoiler: so the bomb doesn't go off as quickly]]. Dawn insists that the team just give [[spoiler: Jason]] the money, but Dick tells her that it's exactly what [[spoiler: Jason]] wants them to do and that they can get Hank free on their own.
*** [[AC:You’d Expect:]] Dawn to just listen. The Titans have gotten out of worse situations before, and just yesterday did playing [[spoiler: Jason's]] game cause serious consequences for them. Besides, Conner has SuperSpeed and is very intelligent, so he can get that device made before things get too dire. Besides, doing anything else could get them on Barbara's bad side even more than they already are.
*** [[AC:Instead:]] She [[spoiler: robs the gold truck]] and hands off the loot to [[spoiler: Jason]]. He then decides to give her another SadisticChoice: [[spoiler: Use the gun he gave her to kill him, or Hank will blow up]]. Dick then shows up to tell her that Connor has it worked out and keep her from crossing the line.
*** [[AC:You’d Expect:]] For her to think for a minute about this. [[spoiler: Jason just died]] (or so it appeared) two days ago, and it's very doubtful he's eager to go back into the ground. Why would he suddenly give her a gun after he had her [[spoiler: steal $50 million in gold bars]] if he isn't going to be around long enough to enjoy it?
*** [[AC:You’d Also Expect:]] That she let Conner [[spoiler: turn off the bomb]]. The moment it gets turned off, [[spoiler: Hank is free and Jason has no leverage]].
*** [[AC:Instead:]] She pulls the trigger...[[spoiler: which turns out to be the detonator to the bomb]].
*** [[AC:As a Result:]] [[spoiler: Hank dies]].

* WTHCostumingDepartment

* BizarroEpisode: The flashbacks in 3x06 involve Barbara working as a thief, despite saying what she wants to do is do real good in the world, and Dick joining her for a two week crime spree where they execute high tech robberies from museums. It is unclear when in Dick's established timeline this takes place, nothing like this has ever been mentioned before, and it does not connect to anything going on in the present.

** Rose Wilson. Being an EnsembleDarkHorse, people felt she was underused, especially given that she kick starts the storyline of Season 2, yet she barely shares any scenes with the Titans. Many fans agreed that she was rather a plot device for Jason or Slade than a character. Gets even worse as she and Jericho won't return for Season 3.

* BrokenBase: Over season 3. While many fans agree that it is a major step up in quality over the previous seasons, with a stronger focus and better use of characters, a sizable contingent does not appreciate the heavy focus on Batman and Nightwing villains. This contingent includes not only fans of the Titans that have been less focused on, but those primarily watching for Nightwing as well, as the latter believes the use of these villains for a team focused show is harmful to Dick's potential as a solo character.

** Some fans hate how Red Hood, who was an independent AntiVillan in the comics, was DemotedToDragon for Scarecrow.

** Some fans hate how Red Hood, who was an independent AntiVillian in the comics, was DemotedToDragon for Scarecrow.

** Gar getting fed up with being Kory always attacking him while she's in a trance despite always trying to help her and the other Titans. The last straw is when he she throws him in the trunk of her car and drive him out to the middle of nowhere, he becomes so distraught with all the shit happening, he [[TheReasonYouSuckSpeech chews out]] Kory for her, Conner and the other Titans, not pulling their shit together and him always paying for it. OOCIsSeriousBusiness at it's finest.

** Given Jason's use of a drug to control his fear, [[spoiler: the reveal that Scarecrow was the one guiding him]] came as no surprise.

** There were a lot of complains from the fans about Jason being BookDumb and lacking his wits, when in the comics he was always the biggest bookworm in the Batclan, despite his homeless background. In Season 3, he finally lives up to his comicbook expectations. He has the scientific knowledge about weapons and chemistry like his comic book iteration, his strategic mind and deceiving nature.