: The finale leaves several threads open, most notably the disappearance of Charmain while she was undercover at a mortuary. Critical Verdict
Reviewers from IGN praised the episode for its "sick reveals" and for being a very active finale. While some were less enthusiastic about the subplot involving Sam being investigated after his confession, the episode was overall considered a solid conclusion to the first season. Aquarius: "Old Ego is a Too Much Thing" Review - IGN India [S1E13] Old Ego Is a Too Much Thing
: A particularly disturbing plot point involves Katie (Sadie) stealing a newborn infant to replace Mary’s stillborn child to regain Charlie’s favor—a move critics called a "messed up" and "twisty" insert into actual history. : The finale leaves several threads open, most
: The episode uses flashbacks to Ken, Hal, and Charlie. While some reviewers found these sequences standard for the show's mystery, they highlighted the "savage" twist of Ken killing a woman they previously thought was already dead. Aquarius: "Old Ego is a Too Much Thing"
Critics generally viewed it as a "busy" and effective season ender that successfully balanced lingering mysteries with significant character shifts.