The world of games is always in development, and with the development, the hope for some long-expected sequels appeared. These games promise to bring new journeys, better gameplay, and the opportunity to meet your favorite heroes once more. Next, go 10 game sequels that have fans jumping in anticipation.
1. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The sequel to the huge success brought about by The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, this was one of the most waited-for games by fans. This game is set in the wide and open world of Hyrule and promises another great adventure for Link and his companions.
It is a very critically acclaimed game, with many reviewers pointing out its open-world design, gameplay, and sublime visuals. Moreover, it has been stated by many that it completely captures the essence of the Zelda series while offering a whole new fresh experience.
2. God of War: Ragnarok
God of War: Ragnarök is the highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 critical and commercial phenomenon God of War. If the previous game was any indication, it would be a visual spectacle full of great combat and an interesting storyline with Kratos and Atreus working their way through a world based on Norse mythology.
The game received widespread critical acclaim, where many reviewers praised its gameplay, story, and visuals. Many praised it for capturing the spirit of the Norse mythology, giving a nice conclusion to Kratos’ story.
3. Resident Evil: Village
The Resident Evil series continues to frighten and amuse its audience now with the latest of them all: Resident Evil: Village. Situated in a very remote village in Europe, it promises unparalleled horror, puzzle-solving, and action-packed gameplay.
It has obtained great critical reviews for its atmosphere and new villains. For many, it is a return to form in the series, capturing some of that classic Resident Evil feel while still being fresh.
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4. Horizon Forbidden West
This sequel, Horizon Forbidden West, continues Aloy’s adventure from where the popular Horizon Zero Dawn left off. One travels a vast post-apocalyptic world overrun by mechanical beasts as different secrets from ancient civilizations are unravelled.
Reviews have been largely critical, with the majority of reviewers praising open-world design, gameplay, and visuals out of this world. Several noted how it kept the spirit of the original yet still managed to be fresh and different.
5. Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Following its rocky launch, Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a major expansion pack in the form of Phantom Liberty. Sitting within the Night City expansion, this DLC promises new quests, characters, and stratergies that will breathe new life into this open-world cyberpunk experience.
The expansion pack overall received positive reviews from critics, who said nice things about the new content and improvements on the core gameplay. To many, it had felt like a major improvement from the base game.
6. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
The long-anticipated Final Fantasy VII remake comes along with the second of its trilogy, Rebirth. It will delve deeper into Midgar and more in-depth character journeys. The result is an entirely fresh take on this classic RPG.
It has not been released yet, but for those fans who have followed the game in its series, anticipation runs high. With a critically acclaimed first part, Final Fantasy VII Remake, expectations are great to see how the story continued in Rebirth.
7. Red Dead Redemption 2: Undead Nightmare 2
Although unconfirmed as of now, this has been one of the most wished-for and rumored sequels for this popular expansion of Red Dead Redemption 2: Undead Nightmare. Of course, it is going to be truly thrilling to play in the Wild West once more with the undead hordes and supernatural inclusions.
The expansion pack received critical acclaim with many reviewers citing its unique setting, intense gameplay, and atmospheric presentation, to this day considered widely as one of the best zombie-themed video games ever created.
8. Elden Ring: DLC
Let’s face it: FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed Elden Ring has left many wanting more. A DLC expansion could add new areas, bosses, and lore to this already enormous and detailed world of the Lands Between.
So far, no official release date has been mentioned for any Elden Ring DLCs. Given how successful the it was, it would be expected of FromSoftware to create more content for it and keep people constantly active with it.
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9. The Witcher 4
The Witcher series has stolen hearts away with a dark fantasy world and complex characters. A fourth installment would give players more time in Geralt’s adventures, new lands to be explored, and challenges to be faced in the game.
10. Death Stranding 2
Then there was the Death Stranding by Hideo Kojima, which had its own class of uniqueness, and a lot of sense it made. A sequel can go deeper into connection, isolation, and the fragile existence.
The following are some of the most awaited sequels. New adventures await as one gets a chance to experience renewed gameplay and reunite with all-time favorite characters.