Did Netflix Just Shut Down Byler Endgame in Stranger Things 5?

August 1, 2025

The shipping war in the Stranger Things fandom has been raging for a while, especially when it comes to Mileven and Byler. Now recent social media post from a Netflix account has seemingly dismissed hopes for a Byler endgame in Season 5.

As the highly anticipated final season of Stranger Things draws closer. Netflix has ramped up its promotion. One recent post from a Netflix account has reignited the fan debate.

Mileven Vs Byler Debate in Stranger Things Fandom

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For those new to the fandom, Mileven represents Mike and Eleven’s romantic relationship, which began back in season 1. They’ve had ups and downs, especially due to Mike’s struggle with emotional vulnerability. Though their relationship has been central to the story.

On the other hand, Byler is the ship name for Mike and Will. Over the years, Stranger Things has subtly hinted that Will is in love with Mike. Season 4 made it canon that Will is gay and loves his best friend. However, he’s never confessed his feelings and Mike’s perspective remains ambiguous.

Byler fans claim that Mike might secretly return Will’s feelings, theorizing that he’s afraid to come out due to societal pressure. While Stranger Things has shown that Mike deeply cares for Will, it’s still unclear whether he sees him as more than just a friend.

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The fandom has been split down the middle, constantly finding subtle clues and hints to support their favourite ship.

Did Netflix Just Shut Down Byler Endgame?

Netflix Latin America shared a photo from Stranger Things 5 featuring Will Byers, Robin, Joyce, Nancy and Jonathan from the upcoming season. Under the post, a fan commented:

“May nothing happen to Will, and may he finally have a happy ending with Mike”

Netflix replied to the comment with:

“LOL y’all’s dream”

Did Netflix Just Shut Down Byler Endgame in Stranger Things 5?

Naturally, Mileven fans took the comment as a dismissal of Byler endgame. One such user wrote,

“they’re being actively humiliated oml are they not tired of being clowned at this point”

Another added:

“They annoy the hell out of me, the delusion will never end. That part of the fandom”

Some even shared old screenshots from the Stranger Things creators that seemed to downplay Byler theories.

everyone is like just let it go bruh pic.twitter.com/xpP2VrGV1Q
— ًً (@eIsbangs) July 25, 2025

Social Media Teams Likely Don’t Know the Final Plot

After the post went viral, some fans pointed out that the comment may have been misunderstood. The original Spanish reply literally translates to “LOL, the dream of all of you.”

So while it still comes across as dismissive to some, it may have just been a playful response. After all, it’s unlikely that regional social media teams are privy to the actual storyline of the final season.

Whether you’re rooting for Mileven or Byler, one thing is certain — Stranger Things 5 is set to deliver some emotional payoffs. With so much secrecy around the final season, fans will likely continue analyzing every social media post for clues.

Let the ship wars continue.