Vanquish – there’s probably never going to be a sequel (Picture: Sega)

A reader lists 10 game that are a decade or more old and yet still haven’t had a sequel, including Bulletstorm and Skies Of Arcadia.

Any game that achieves any modicum of sales success seems to pretty quickly get a sequel these days. There are also a number of fantastic games, however, that for a variety of reasons, seem destined to forever remain the only title in their respective series. Here are the 10 best games (well, my personal favourites) that we’ve waited a decade to see a sequel too.

BattleBlock Theater (2013)

BattleBlock Theater is a 2D platformer in which the goal is to collect a specified number of diamonds on each level before locating the exit. The platforming mechanics are solid, and the puzzles are challenging and enjoyable (particularly in co-op), but what really differentiates Behemoth’s title from the overcrowded genre is its sense of humour. I can think of few games, besides perhaps Portal 2, that caused me to laugh out loud as often and a sequel that retained this sense of humour would be very welcome!

Tearaway (2013)

Charming is not a word that can often be used to describe a video game, but it is certainly more than apt in this case. From the unique visuals (everything is made from paper) to the way it combines traditional gameplay with brilliant use of virtually every feature of the PS Vita, it’s simply a joy to play from start to finish. A finish that must surely rank amongst the best in video game history.

An expanded remake, entitled Tearaway Unfolded, was released on the PlayStation 4, but just isn’t quite the same. Seeing as Sony’s handheld is long dead, there isn’t really any way a full sequel could match up to this original at this point anyway.

Sleeping Dogs (2012)

Originally planned as an instalment in the True Crime series, the developers eventually found a publisher in Square Enix and Sleeping Dogs was released. It certainly can’t match the GTA series for scope, but the excellent hand-to-hand combat is far more entertaining than the combat in Rockstar’s series and the non-US setting made a very welcome change. A bigger budget sequel certainly has great potential, but I doubt anyone will even bother trying to compete with Rockstar these days.

BulletStorm (2011)

BulletStorm is a fantastically over-the-top title that put the fun back into first person shooters at a time when the genre seemed to be full of dull military shooters. Of course, all manner of guns are available to dispatch your foes, but it’s the energy leash (a sort of electronic whip) that really makes the game as you fling enemies around to kill them in increasingly imaginative ways. There had been rumours of a sequel until developers People Can Fly were set to work on another unfairly overlooked title in Gears Of War Judgment, but things have now been quiet on that front for years. [There is a VR version coming this winter – GC]

Might & Magic: Clash Of Heroes (2010)

A puzzle game crossed with a turn-based strategy title, Clash Of Heroes involves moving individual units around on a grid in order to launch attacks and/or create defensive walls. Each character has their own unique special ability and units, ensuring that games can play out very differently. With the recent remaster providing a reminder of just how good this game is, a sequel with a slightly better single-player mode and some new characters for multiplayer is long overdue.

Little King’s Story (2009)

The Wii undoubtedly lacked for games, but Little King’s Story was certainly a great little title. Sadly, in part due to the fact that it’s difficult to categorise into a particular genre, sales were modest at best.

The closest comparison is probably the Pikmin titles, but by also mixing in elements from role-playing games, strategy games, and town building sims it truly is something fairly unique. Whilst a sequel is unlikely to ever appear this original can at least be played on Steam now.

Vanquish (2007)

An incredibly fast paced sci-fi shooter/action title, for me Vanquish remains Platinum’s best game. Alongside the fun selection of weapons and a responsive cover system, the boosting mechanic is what really makes this game stand out from the crowd. Zipping around the battlefield is always great fun and a number of top-notch set pieces help break up the action perfectly.

Vanquish never really seemed to find as big an audience as it deserved upon release and since it’s unlikely we’ll ever see a sequel, I’d recommend picking up the 2020 remaster.

Second Sight (2004)

The superior of the two psychic ability games released that year, Second Sight offered a number of interesting abilities including possession, projection, and telekinesis to play around with, in order to both defeat enemies and solve puzzles. The storytelling was also great, and far superior to Psi-Ops, with the twist-filled plot keeping you guessing right up until the very end. It’s surprising just how few games have offered the players the chance to use these sorts of powers, and even games that have (such as the uninspired Control) still haven’t matched this nearly 20-year-old title.

MoHo (2000)

Sometimes I feel as though I’m the only person that played MoHo, but it was one of my personal favourites from the PS1 era. Players select from five criminal androids, each with slightly different abilities, and compete in a series of challenges in order to eventually earn their freedom. With the characters rolling around on magnetic balls the controls were a little awkward even at the time, but the excellent variety of challenges (races, gauntlets, king of the hill, etc.) and interesting concept ensured it was always really good fun. 23 years later a sequel with tighter controls would work great as both a single-player and competitive online title.

Skies Of Arcadia (2000)

In many ways Skies Of Arcadia is a fairly traditional Japanese role-playing game, but with its amazing world full of floating islands, an interesting plot, and likeable characters it remains one of the best in the genre. A sequel that expanded the ship-based exploration and combat, as well as removing the far too frequent random battles, could be something truly incredible.

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A reader lists 10 game that are a decade or more old and yet still haven’t had a sequel, including Bulletstorm and Skies Of Arcadia.