AEW Dynamites streaming debut on Max was supposed to be a game-changer, but instead, it left many fans seeing red.
While the show boasted a fresh intro featuring The Pointer Sisters and a visually upgraded presentation, the buzz was quickly overshadowed by the uproar over commercialseven for those paying for Maxs ad-free tier.
Social media erupted with fans venting about the unexpected interruptions. Unlike TBS, which provides picture-in-picture during ad breaks to keep viewers engaged, Max completely cut away from the action for full-screen commercials. For fans accustomed to uninterrupted action on platforms like Fite TV, this was a major letdown.
Im not surprised, but I am gonna complain about having ads on my ad-free version of Max, @silkyzubat.bsky.social wrote. Others shared the frustration, including @teecozee.bsky.social, who wrote, Wait, so Max has full ads while TBS has Picture in Picture? Not cool. Not cool at all. #AEWDynamite.
Fans who opted for the ad-free plan expressed their outrage, with @shamemonster.bsky.social adding, Uh commercial free aint commercial free? Not cool. #AEWDynamite #AEWonMAX.
The issue caught many off guard, including @fixurheartordie.bsky.social, who posted, Well, we know if theres commercials or not on the Max feed now, RIP. #AEWDynamite .
Its clear that AEW fans arent holding back their frustration over Maxs ad situation, especially those paying for an ad-free experience. Whether AEW or Max will address the backlash remains to be seen, but one things for surethe fans arent letting this one slide anytime soon.
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