The meeting between animated Nick and the real Nick Kroll was praised for exploring character agency and breaking new ground for the series.

In a meta, fourth-wall-breaking twist, Nick follows his hateworm, Walter, to the monster world and eventually meets his real-life creator, Nick Kroll . This confrontation forces Nick to realize that he is responsible for his own behavior and the monsters don't control him.

The "Nick being an ass" storyline was polarizing, with some fans feeling his redemption came slightly late after a season of frustrating behavior. Hate Worm to Lovebug Missy turns Rochelle into a lovebug. New Couple Jay and Matthew. Meta Cameo Live-action Nick Kroll appears as himself. Backdoor Pilot