Yes, Scream 2 is nothing but a slasher movie with no real point and no redeeming social value. Romance does not triumph.
Sincerity counts for nothing.
The terror and helplessness is that extreme. Of course, that's what makes Scream 2 such an intense technical achievement. It will frighten you and in that visceral way is a true thriller. The only break from the heavy suspense comes in wry parodies of itself, sappy sororities and other movies. Otherwise, expect unrelenting blood and gore, that is, if you wish to subject yourself in the first place.