Reviewers noted that it lacks the typical "funny quips" of other Marvel films, opting instead for a serious, heartfelt tone that leans into the collective grief of its characters.

Following the death of King T'Challa, the leaders of Wakanda must fight to protect their nation from world powers looking to seize their vibranium. The primary conflict arises when a new global threat emerges from , a hidden undersea civilization ruled by Namor . Why It Is Considered a "Good Story"

The story focuses heavily on Shuri's journey as she navigates her loss and eventually steps into the mantle of the new Black Panther.