10 Forgotten Indie Game Hits That Need A Sequel

Indie games have ironically become one of the biggest forces in gaming, giving us hundreds of adventures as memorable as any blockbuster.

However, unlike in the AAA market, sequels are rarer, leaving us with either long waits between releases or no follow-up adventures at all.

Given these circumstances, multiple iconic franchises have stuck with a single video game, making us wish for years that they would come back with a new experience within the same universe.

From pioneering works to more modern creations, the cases are plentiful, so here I present you ten forgotten indie game hits that need a sequel.

10 Titan Souls

One-hit-kill Wonder

Acid Nerve is now popular thanks to the magnificent Death’s Door, but before that, they had made a title that also deserves recognition.

During the Souls-Likes craze, Titan Souls became a unique and fun video game with a fresh and simple approach that genuinely captivated fans of the genre.

Its splendid visual design and addictive one-hit gameplay loop made it a phenomenon within the niche, and seeing it again with deeper ideas would be tremendous.

Even if it were a sequel with the same mechanics but more titans and scenarios, I would be happy. Titan Souls is exceptional, and a second entry would be good to remember one of the most special indies of 2015.

9 Unruly Heroes

Unexpected Greatness

Before Magic Design Studios leaped in popularity, thanks to the perfect Have a Nice Death, they gave us one of the most commendable adaptations of Journey to the West: Unruly Heroes.

Their ability to acclimate the literary work’s deep lore into such a fun game is magnificent, especially when enjoyed in co-op.

The title features a great variety of worlds, combats, and skills, with clever puzzles and challenging confrontations that make the campaign a remarkably satisfying experience.

Whether within the context of Monkey King or another mythology, I would love to see another side-scroller of this style from the developer, as it captivates and entertains like very few of its genre.

8 Fez

An Indie Classic

As one of the first indie games to achieve great status, Fez is a classic that helped pave the way for the independent productions to come.

Its unique yet familiar experience is one of the most creative in the last century, possibly even being the best to ever grace the Xbox Live Arcade service.

Despite the difficulty of its development, its multi-perspective platforming gameplay and wonderful world made the wait completely worth it.

Now that time has passed and the indie scene is bigger, revisiting Fez’s magical proposal is an unlikely yet fantastic dream, as it would be an instant masterpiece if it managed to capture the original’s essence.

7 Mark of the Ninja

Stealth Game Royalty

Among the long list of wonderful games that remind us that stealth is awesome, Mark of the Ninja is one of the most special names.

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It’s the type of video game every fan of the genre should try, as its 2D approach is novel and excellent, more than deserving of being considered a stealth masterpiece.

With its fluid animations, varied gameplay, and vast replayability, it brings together practically all the characteristics that attract fans of this kind of experience.

Even at its peak, it was always an underrated title, but we must not lose hope of seeing Mark of the Ninja back in the ring, especially because the genre lacks new titles that truly represent it.

6 Overgrowth

Perfect Doses of Action and Humor

Overgrowth is among the weirdest and most distinctive titles I’ve had the pleasure of playing in the last couple of years, so describing it as underrated is an understatement.

Its ability to combine satire with martial arts is mind-blowing, creating a strange balance only achievable by talented people.

The adventure is packed with excellent ideas, superb encounters, odd platforming sections, and a light-hearted aura that makes you feel good while playing.

Given how many years it took to be developed, I don’t know if Wolfire Games will revisit its wonderful game, but the potential is more than present.

5 Cry of Fear

A Potential to be Fulfilled

Cry of Fear

Systems

Released

February 22, 2012

Developer(s)

Team Psykskallar

Publisher(s)

Team Psykskallar

Multiplayer

Online Co-Op

Engine

GoldSrc

ESRB

m

How Long To Beat

8 Hours

Number of Players

1-4

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Cry of Fear is a phenomenon within the indie horror niche, which is impressive given its humble origins.

While it’s a work with significant shortcomings, its atmosphere and personality are more than enough to sustain a passionate fan base that still awaits a sequel to this day.

The enemy design, puzzles, and sequences are certainly memorable, but the game has plenty of room for improvement as it bites off more than it can chew.

However, it’s far from being negative, as its shortcomings indicate the endless possibilities for a sequel that could fix its predecessor’s weaknesses and become a full-fledged masterpiece.

4 Absolver

Sifu’s Master

Despite Sifu quickly becoming an acclaimed title, people have yet to give its spiritual predecessor the credit it deserves.

Absolver is one of the best martial arts games ever, with an almost unparalleled depth of gameplay that genuinely forces you to become a master of its mechanics.

It’s a game with rough edges, which Sifu took care to correct, so a proper sequel with the same Dark Souls-style multiplayer premise would be masterful.

Given its many novel concepts and approaches, it would be an indescribable loss if Absolver didn’t receive a second installment, as it could be an incredibly fun game.

3 Sundered

A Glorious Metroidvania

Few Metroidvanias have managed to surprise me in the same way as Sundered, one of the genre’s most outstanding and daring games.

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Its unforgiving universe and titanic boss fights are simply astonishing, making you feel overwhelmed and tense at every step you take during the adventure.

Thanks to its mythology and the weight it gives to each of our decisions, the campaign is immersive and captivating, worthy of being called a masterpiece.

I never understood the little buzz its launch generated, and even less its inability to attract attention after so many years, but a sequel would be an unprecedented blessing.

2 Furi

Boss Rush Masterpiece

While the boss rush genre isn’t particularly popular, games like Furi show us the immeasurable quality they can offer.

Considering it features several of the most memorable bosses of its decade, I’m surprised The Game Bakers hasn’t tried to explore its universe in more depth.

The story is self-contained and has a satisfying ending, but its narrative structure allows for many branches, spin-offs, or even prequels, all with the same potential value.

In the end, Furi‘s greatest appeal lies in its strong audiovisual identity and perfect gameplay, and those are elements the developer can further maximize with a sequel that would be undeniably promising.

1 Night in the Woods

The Most Comforting Suffering

Night in the Woods is one of those titles whose story outweighs its gameplay, but considering the mastery with which it narrates its mysterious events, it’s worth the trade-off.

Given that the next project from the title’s creators has been canceled, thinking about an even more direct sequel to Mae Borowski’s story seems the logical course to follow.

Being able to see how it’s going at her new stage in life would be a natural and wonderful way to continue our relationship with the character and her world, especially for those of us who shared her feelings in the first video game.

Although Night in the Woods is an autonomous masterpiece that doesn’t need a sequel to be greater, returning to Possum Springs and its dark narrative is my greatest fantasy regarding story-driven experiences.

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