The gaming industry produces many sequels, and many are superior to their original titles. Either way, developers can build on what worked on the original and remove anything that didn't. So, how do you end up with iconic games like Red Dead Redemption 2, Assassin's Creed 2, and Halo 2?
Unfortunately, not every game gets that treatment. There are a lot of great titles that didn't get any kind of follow-up. This includes the following games that we secretly hope will still get sequels someday.
Sleeping dogs
Great open-world crime games have a history of launching entire series. For example, Grand Theft Auto, Saints Row, and Mafia are all open-world crime titles with multiple sequels. Therefore, it is very unfortunate that there is no follow-up to Sleeping Dogs of 2012. After all, it's a fantastic open-world game that revolves around a Hong Kong police officer going undercover in triads.
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Unlike many of these types of games, guns are secondary in this one. Most of the battles are of the hand-to-hand variety, as you use the martial arts skills of the main characters to defeat your opponents. The combat is super smooth and satisfying, so even though the title has a different story and cast of characters, it would be nice to see another game with it. Also, a sequel is another game set in modern-day China, which is a rare setting.
division/sec
Split/Second is a unique racing game that combines arcade racing with a bit of simulation. The simulation mainly comes in visuals. The cars and tracks look very realistic, and from the screenshots alone, you can compare the game to Gran Turismo or Forza. However, it's not like those titles, as you can bring down an entire airport with the click of a button, which is unusual in entries in the GT or Forza series.
This is where the arcade aspect comes in, as you have actions called 'power plays' that allow you to trigger things like opening gates or exploding buildings. With it, you can create shortcuts or remove other vehicles. There aren't many racing games that offer this kind of wild fun. Unfortunately, though, there won't be another Split/Second title since its developer closed.
victory
Vanquish is a very chaotic third-person shooter. You play as a guy in a fancy tech suit that allows you to run and slide at speed around the battlefield. His story is not very interesting, but playing as him is very fun. This is helped by the fact that you are the only one who is fast. Enemies can also be very fast, and there are often a lot of them. All of this creates a very fast-paced spectacle that is a joy to watch.
Unfortunately, though, the game is pretty short, meaning you're left wanting more by the end. Since the game was released in 2010 and doesn't see any sequels, it's likely that there won't be more to come.
Marvel's Midnight Sun
There aren't many superhero games like Marvel's Midnight Suns. Rather than being an action game like a typical superhero affair, it's a tactical turn-based RPG. When it's your turn, you get a selection of cards that you can choose from to choose your next move. There are many strategies for combat.
Beyond the missions, you get to bond with your team, which is made up of various Marvel heroes. Together, you're on an escapade to bring down your friendly character's mother, Lilith. Both the combat system and the relationship simulation elements are great, and it would have been nice to see them built into the sequels, but there's no sign of that happening.
Sunset overdrive
You'll be hard-pressed to find an open-world game like Sunset Overdrive. After all, the premise is that many people in the world have turned into mutants due to drinking energy drinks. These serve as the main enemies in the game, and the story is about you living in a world of people who enjoy mutated energy drinks. Therefore, Aadhaar is unique.
What's unique is the gameplay, too, as you're always encouraged to grind on rails, zip-line, and wall-run, whether you're traveling through town or fighting enemies. This is such an original and creative game that it should have had a sequel.
Grim Fandango
Unfortunately, when Grim Fandango was released in 1998, it went a bit under the radar, leading to low sales. However, appreciation for this classic adventure game has grown over time. Nowadays, it is known as a classic. In the game, you play as Manny, a 'travel agent' in the land of the dead.
This means that he helps people pass, and Meche is the person he is helping in this game. The game's art design and film noir style helped make it a truly memorable title. However, the general gameplay and writing is also good. It would have been nice to see more games in this world, but the title's lack of commercial success prevented that.
The Simpsons: Hit and Run
Games based on TV shows or movies usually aren't very good. Still, one that manages to buck the trend is The Simpsons: Hit and Run. This open world game quickly became a cult classic when it was released in 2003. This is a light-hearted version of Grand Theft Auto.
You drive around Springfield, completing missions that usually involve some sort of driving. Looking at the game now, you can see that the missions could have been more varied and creative. That said, the game has a lot of charm and is a great adaptation of the famous Yellow Family. A possible sequel could improve the mission structure while giving us another great Simpsons adventure.
Star Wars: Republic Commando
The world is full of Star Wars games, but Republic Commando still manages to stand out. This is because it puts you in the boots of Clone Troopers for a grounded story adventure featuring tactical FPS gameplay. Therefore, it's much more low-key than the average lightsaber-swinging Jedi game that often comes from the Star Wars franchise.
Because you are not an all-powerful Jedi, you must be strategic as you lead your army team. You have to order them to do things like hacking computers, opening doors and getting into sniper positions. It makes for a really fun squad-based shooter, although it's a little limited because it was made in 2005. Follow-up can be enhanced with modern technology.
threat
The problem with creating and owning an IP owned by Rockstar is that it has to do very well to earn a sequel. This is because Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption generate so much revenue that there is no reason for the studio to work on anything else. Perhaps this is why the world has never seen a Bully sequel.
The original title is a PS2 classic where you play as a delinquent kid who joins a boarding school. While there, you interact with different groups and teachers around the school. On top of that, you can fully explore the campus and surrounding area. Because it's set in a school, it feels very different from GTA, despite having a Rockstar charm. It will be very much appreciated.
blood borne
Bloodborne is definitely one of the most high-profile games to never get a sequel. It's an iconic soul-like title that came out in 2015, and is one of the best the genre has ever seen.
That's because it's an incredibly atmospheric adventure, full of well-designed enemies and fascinating locations. The story and the story are also good, a film is being made based on that. Despite this, there is no sign of a second game, which could build on the fascinating world created by the first entry.
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