Bachelor In Paradise Season 10 Faces Explosive Backlash Over Bold Format Shake-Up

Bachelor In Paradise season 10 returned from a long hiatus with a new look and feel, but many struggled with the changes to the long-timer fan-favorite series, which is now facing major backlash. Bachelor In Paradise season 10 has been long-awaited, but after a significant hiatus, viewers were faced with a new style and format. While it was refreshing, most struggled to get on board.

"They literally found a way to make trash tv worse," @MizShannonS shared on X, explaining that Bachelor In Paradise's big changes weren't improving the show in the way producers may have hoped. While some were upset about the styling of the season, others were unhappy with the contestants. "Picking so many people from Jenn and Grant’s seasons was a mistake," @LilyVLove explained.

With many complaining in general, it didn't matter that the new look and feel of Bachelor In Paradise had been previewed ahead of time by producers and host Jesse Palmer. Summing up Bachelor Nation's feelings, @bachinthesuites asked, "Where’s the beach? Where are the stairs? Where’s the s***ty theme song?" Along with a gif of The Office's Michael Scott furrowing his brow attached.

where’s the beach? Where are the stairs? Where’s the shitty theme song? #bachelorinparadise pic.twitter.com/nuDcAYJWjo

— bach in the suites (@bachinthesuites) July 8, 2025

What Fans’ Anger Over New Format Means For Bachelor In Paradise

The Show May Need To Scale Back The Changes

Although they've only seen the first episode of Bachelor In Paradise season 10, viewers may be ready to retire from watching the show without its typical format and conventions. While most were understanding that things were going to change on screen, the new format and style crashing in at the same time felt like a lot all at once.

Viewers struggled to keep up with the changes, which included a whole new editing style, a different way of getting to know the cast, and the inclusion of new Love Island style games for the contestants. With the addition of a cash prize at the end of the season, which comes with a choice of love or money, Bachelor In Paradise's changes feel extreme.

Though many are ready to give up on Bachelor In Paradise, it's possible that the changes could eventually benefit the series. Viewers should give the long-running show a chance to prove itself before moving forward, but Bachelor In Paradise may ultimately have backed itself into a corner. Changing the identity of the series so drastically may have backfired on Paradise.

Our Take On Bachelor In Paradise's New Format

It's Going To Take Time To Get Used To

Although Bachelor In Paradise season 10 is facing criticism already, the backlash against the series doesn't mean viewers shouldn't give it a chance. Though Bachelor In Paradise is seemingly facing some of the same issues it has in the past, like over production and interference, it's possible the changes could be a net positive. Despite irritation, Paradise could benefit from updates.

As Bachelor In Paradise moves into its new format, viewers will have the opportunity to get used to the show being a bit different than they remember. Bachelor Nation specifically is typically resistant to change at first, but things may improve for the show's perception as the season plays out. The backlash doesn't spell the end for Bachelor In Paradise just yet.

Bachelor In Paradise airs Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC.