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The Best Episodes of The Challenge: USA Season 2

Every episode of The Challenge: USA Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Challenge: USA Season 2!

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Reality titans from the CBS universe compete in the most unpredictable and demanding game of their lives. With an ever-changing game, players are in a constant state of paranoia, unable to trust anyone but themselves.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 1 - The Riskiest Season Yet
    8.2/10(56 votes)

    #1 - The Riskiest Season Yet

    S2:E1

    The 18 reality titans from "Big Brother," "Survivor," and "The Amazing Race" are shocked to learn that they are competing amongst six legendary veterans from MTV's "The Challenge"; a new twist puts multiple players at risk at the first elimination.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 2 - Blurred Battle Lines
    8.4/10(48 votes)

    #2 - Blurred Battle Lines

    S2:E2

    The challengers battle it out in a difficult water challenge; a new alliance is formed to target a veteran; romance blossoms between two teammates.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 3 - Civil War
    8.4/10(49 votes)

    #3 - Civil War

    S2:E3

    The challengers compete in a difficult swimming challenge; a vet turns on one of their own in an act of self-preservation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 4 - Double Crossed and Sideswiped
    8.6/10(46 votes)

    #4 - Double Crossed and Sideswiped

    S2:E4

    A shocking double elimination leaves the challengers scrambling to win a high-stakes, adrenaline filled semitruck challenge to ensure their survival in the game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 5 - Operation Hat Trick
    8.7/10(45 votes)

    #5 - Operation Hat Trick

    S2:E5

    "The Challenge" vets come up with a plan to take advantage of a growing rift among the rookies, resulting in one of the most shocking hopper results of the season.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 6 - A Really Good Looking Underdog
    8.8/10(45 votes)

    #6 - A Really Good Looking Underdog

    S2:E6

    Things get heated between two rookie players; the competitors brace themselves for host TJ Lavin's favorite challenge of the season, trivia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 7 - Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Love
    8.4/10(46 votes)

    #7 - Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Love

    S2:E7

    A pair of "Challenge" vets play cupid as romance blossoms for a couple of former "Big Brother" houseguests; TJ makes a shocking announcement that impacts the game for the remainder of the season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 8 - Independence Day
    8.5/10(44 votes)

    #8 - Independence Day

    S2:E8

    The game takes a dramatic turn when TJ announces that teams are no more, strategy shifts for several players, and a shocking draw from the hopper forces two ride or die allies to go head to head in one of the most grueling eliminations yet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 9 - Enemy of the State
    8.5/10(46 votes)

    #9 - Enemy of the State

    S2:E9

    Michaela sets her sights on a fellow "Survivor" player who could be a threat to her game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 10 - A Less Perfect Union
    8.4/10(43 votes)

    #10 - A Less Perfect Union

    S2:E10

    With the news of another double elimination, the remaining players grapple with tough decisions: betraying friendships or risking elimination. The Survivors navigate the departure of a valued member, and the loss of trust in another.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 11 - The Slippery Business
    8.2/10(44 votes)

    #11 - The Slippery Business

    S2:E11

    Michaela's sudden decision to target a fellow alliance member leaves Chanelle and Desi to question if she has their best interests at heart. Also, Michele finds herself in the middle between two alliances, ultimately betraying one of them.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 12 - Revenge Amongst the Ruins
    8.2/10(37 votes)

    #12 - Revenge Amongst the Ruins

    S2:E12

    When an unexpected winner emerges from the challenge ruins, tables are turned and all alliances scramble to navigate this new power dynamic. Tempers flare and lines are drawn for against one player after a last minute voting decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 13 - The Treason for the Season
    8.0/10(32 votes)

    #13 - The Treason for the Season

    S2:E13

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Challenge: USA Season 2 Episode 14 - The Pursuit of Glory
    8.2/10(36 votes)

    #14 - The Pursuit of Glory

    S2:E14

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    Director:Unknown
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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Riskiest Season Yet" is the best rated episode of "The Challenge: USA" season 2. It scored 8.2/10 based on 56 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/10/2023. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Blurred Battle Lines".