The show Peacemaker has been a big hit for the DC Studios-TV world. The first season got lots of love from fans and critics alike. Now, when Season 2 landed, things changed. The show still drew praise from reviewers, but some fans felt the finale did not hit the mark.James Gunn, who leads the show's creative side, has spoken out about the mixed reaction. He said he loves the episode but understands why others may not. Gunn accepts that art will not please everyone.James Gunn's take on the backlash to Season 2 of PeacemakerWhen asked on social media if he had seen the criticism for Peacemaker Season 2, Gunn replied,"Definitely! Not everyone can love everything."He added that he personally loves the finale episode but remains aware that many people do not. He called it "completely fair" if someone did not like it.Gunn discussed one of the main criticisms, that the finale was more about creating for future projects, especially for parts of the DC Universe, than telling a complete story. He mentioned that there were indeed big reveals in the episode, such as "Checkmate" and "Salvation" making an appearance in that universe.HBO's "Peacemaker" Season 2 Premiere - Source: GettyHe emphasized that the ending may not please every audience, but he wanted to create something bigger than that, and he emphasized that his team intends to tell the story this way. Gunn's comment was a sort of safety valve: an acknowledgement of an issue, but a refusal to be beholden to anyone's approval, instead indicating he will continue as is, for the long run.What does the reaction mean for fans of Peacemaker and the DC world?For fans of Peacemaker, these remarks may bring comfort or frustration. Comfort, because Gunn directly acknowledges the issues and invites viewers to have different views. Frustration, because the show's direction may not shift in response to the backlash.The ratings tell part of the story. The first season achieved very high praise and strong viewer reaction. The second season, while still rated highly by critics, saw the audience score slide noticeably after the finale. The drop in fans seems to indicate that some felt the journey was not what they wanted.Among the criticisms were changing the tone from season one, using too many montages, and the impression that setups for future stories overwhelmed the story at hand. Some fans unsurprisingly appreciated the finale being a jumping-off point, but some fans hoped for a little more to be tied up in the finale.On the other hand, critics and board watchers also jumped in, suggesting that insufficient time or thought was devoted to creating a possibly important part of the DC Universe. Gunn's work on Peacemaker Season 2 connects directly to his bigger vision for DC's next phase. That may mean the full value of the season only becomes clear later.Therefore, if you enjoyed the tone of the show before, this season could be a little tougher for you. And if we see it as part of a larger universe, we can say building blocks are being created. Gunn did say "not everyone can love everything," which was relieving to some extent, but it does show there won't be any drastic course corrections as well. The creative team appears committed to their path.James Gunn's public response to the criticism of Peacemaker Season 2 is straightforward and open. He understands the disappointment but stands by the creative choice to build a broader narrative rather than simply satisfy every viewer's expectations. The series remains a vital piece in DC's next phase, even if it comes with more questions than answers right now.