/v/ - Video Games

You may not like it, but this is what peak franchising looks like

I know exactly what you are talking about.

Sparkster's treatment was pretty pitiful. Two and a half games that matter, and then a shitty Xbox live revival no one remembers. It occured to me recently that the boost style of Sonic games, along with the homing attack would probably fit a Sparkster game better than a Sonic game.

>Marina will never give you a SHAKE SHAKE

> Sparkster

> Ristar

Oh right! After Sonic's massive success back in '91, there was an onslaught of RaDiKaL animal mascots, wasn't there? Out of all them, I think I liked Sparkster the most because he wasn't trying to be cool or edgy. He just had jetpack and a sword that made for some really fantastic gameplay. A real damn shame that the Xbox revival fucked up so hard.

Ristar is another good choice but…. I dunno. The black sphere and yellow star design is indeed very distinct and memorable, as is the grabbing ability. It's just…. I dunno…. the grabbing ability opens itself to a lot of snickering, you know…

Even so, yeah, I could see him having a series that could be moderately successful, sure.

> Frisk

Maybe. I feel like Frisk could reasonably star in another adventure, but probably won't. The devs likely don't have what it takes to make another dialogue intensive game. The writing of the first probably took them ages to write.

> Bubsy

I…. I guess?…. I dunno, man. If that's what you're into, I guess. I just think that after Bubsy 3D, it's like trying salvage a lost cause at that point.

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Personally, I think that Nights could have been treated better over the years. As a game with unique gameplay and acting as the Sega Saturn's poster child, Nights shouldn't have recieved such neglect or shitty treatment with that Wii game.

Another person I think could make a great series would be the Guardian, from The Guardian Legend. She's a robot girl who could transform in a shmup fighter jet. Making her NES game a cross between Zelda and shmup gameplay. She also has a memorable red/black/white NES sprite design that can traverse in 8 different directions. A rarity for NES games.

Klonoa

>>13815119

this

>>13815082

I've never tried Klonoa. Will I become gay if I play it?

>>13815142

Why dont you play it and find out?

>>13815227

Because it got hit with the cancer stick.

>>13815236

>im-paw-sibly

Kill urself furfag.

>>13815282

>>13815287

Reading the her diary completely ruined her for me. The retards made her WRITE in a way that not even a retarded 15 yo brainwashed slut with a brain melted by drugs speaks. If you guys have any screencaps, post them. I wouldn't be able to sound dumber than that if I wanted too, it's like they engineered being retarded.

> Klonoa

Poor Klonoa. He definitely has an iconic design, but also a lot of…. "fans", shall we say. Regardless, the grab and throw ability seems like it could make for some ok, fun gameplay. I just didn't know the series had fallen to the wayside in recent years. I mean, there were handheld games and everything, no? Either way, I guess it's about time for a revival.

> Burning Rangers

I'm not too familiar with this game, aside from it being a firefighter / mech game. Seems really niche at its core, but hey, if that's you're into, it wouldn't hurt to see a sequel or something.

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I was gonna post Gwendolyn from Odin Sphere, but there's apparently something called Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir out right now. Gonna go chreck what that's all about. Vanillaware's other games are also all pretty great, but I doubt I'll ever see a sequel to any of them.

Zack & Wiki was a pretty good puzzle game, and I'm a sucker for good cell shading. I liked the idea of a pirate and golden monkey who went around solving weird puzzles.

>>13814600

Only as a titty monster.

>>13816783

tbh i like trap bubsy best, and it seems he could be a fun character.

Bubsy needs the Conker's Bad Fur Day treatment and become and adult game

>>13816796

>>13816838

That's a straight up r63 Bubs. This is trap Bubs.

>>13814578

>>13814561

We need more games with Sabers.

There's not enough, in my opinion.

We need a Saber racing game, a few more Saber fighting games, a Saber plat-former, a couple of open-world Saber RPGs. Really, there isn't a single genre of video game that wouldn't be dramatically improved with the introduction of Sabers. Even a Saber MUD would be just fine.

Saber/Saber Saber would be the greatest FPS the "S" is for Saber of all time.

She probably fails on the abilities part, but Vibri could have been a cuter, more defining and more original choice for a PS Mascot than Crash or Spyro.

>>13815056

You are the first person I've ever seen mention The Guardian Legend, so I wanted to share this image I downloaded a long time ago then found out was supposed to be the MC of that game.

>>13814561

Microsoft are sitting on a goldmine and instead of taking advantage of it, they waste their time with retarded VR shit, a "create-your-own" game that dies a few years after they release it and a always online pirate game that looks boring as fuck.

The whole 90s nostalgia boom is just starting and they don't seem to want to cash-in on it.

She needs a new game.

Can we do the opposite thread instead? Why the fuck does Tingle have so many games? What's the appeal? It's not even funny in an ironic sense, it's just a bunch of innuendos thrown together with random humor. Worst part is that the games themselves aren't even half bad.

> Saber

I don't play visual novels, but I know I seen this character before. Can't remember where, but I do remember her memorable knightly blue dress. It's a pretty unforgettable design, to say the least. Even so, while I may not be well-versed in VNs at all, I'm not asking for a character's series to be milked dry and stripmined. That would defeat the purpose of reviving them imo. No, rather, I only ask for them to get another chance of starring in a few more Awesome games. That's all.

That said, if there's one thing I chose to omit from the thread's original post, it's that high "series potential" can be a blessing. But also a curse. And one need look no further than Sonic the Hedgehog to explain why. There's no denying that Sonic is an iconic character and his games can be downright amazing if done right. The problem lies when he starts to headline in some mediocre or truly awful games, with Sonic fans suddenly becoming like battered housewives. Putting up with whatever garbage Sega pumps out to the public, knowing full well that they're just gonna lap it up because it "stars Sonic". That's what I mean by curse. Developers sometimes bank on a character's popularity alone with no regard to making, you know, a good fucking game. And then you get disgusting travesties like Sonic 06.

> Vibri

You know what? I was actually pleasantly surprised by this character, as well as a few of her songs. She was somewhat charming in her own right, I suppose. Looking at her wireframe rabbit appearance, I honestly really wasn't expecting much from her. Even so, I don't think she's completely viable in today's day and age tbh. She would have to compete with Bit Trip Runner and other similar music games that vying for people's attention right now. Maybe if she ditched the Black-colored background for something more visually appealing, she might stand a chance against the rainbow visuals of Bit Trip Runner.

> Conker

> Banjo & Kazooie

> Battletoads

Some people in this thread are asking a for an adult Bubsy game…. I guess. I know for certain that Microsoft will never approve of another raunchy Conker game. That's for sure. They're too pozzed with feminists to really let that happen in this post-Anita environment we find ourselves in. Not sure if that adult Bubsy game is very likely either. I know those new South Park games are trying to fill the void, but they're just not same.

And as for Battletoads, I don't think Microsoft will ever stay true to the spirit of the original games. Which is to say, being extremely fucking difficult. While the TMNT-inspired toads and Dark Queen are still viable characters today, I doubt that the moneygrubbers at Microsoft would approve of masochistic games either. Given that money is their bottomline, and hard games scare off the mainstream noobies.

As for Banjo Kazooie, they have no fucking excuse. It's not raunchy. It's not difficult. And it's NOT a shitty cart game. The "series potential" is absolutely there, waiting to be tapped, but Microsoft really are too stupid to realize that.

If nothing else, yes, Microsoft are complete and utter morons.

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Vyse, Aika, and Fina from Skies of Arcadia. Why didn't this become a thing? People love sky pirates and adventures, so what exactly went wrong here?

Yuki from The Last Blade. Kaede is kinda generic to represent this great series imo. After all these years, Yuki's long bandana, long blonde hair, spear, and ice powers made her stood out in my mind more Kaede and his generic design. Although, she herself is still a little generic looking next to someone like Saber. I guess maybe I just like the spritework of the game in general. It's so mesmerizingly beautiful, and Yuki just happened to be the most memorably designed imo.

>>13818436

Yes, I genuinely enjoyed the game. Ok, maybe they could have picked out better voice actors imo, but I still found the game incredibly charming. It's the type of game I would aspire to make one day.

>misadventures of Tron Bonne

>set up for almost saturday morning cartoon tier writing

>we only got the one game

And then the Despicable Me movie came out which threw salt into that wound.

>>13819329

It WAS a fun game. That's why it really depresses me to see that the IP is just used for meme status for their Killer Instinct game, which is making negative money by the way. Put it this way, do you trust the current IP holders to make a battletoads game that will do the series justice? When has ANY dev in the past 10 years met that criteria?

>>13819346

>the new Rayman game were really fun

Yeah, they really were. Too bad Ubishit would rather hold the IP hostage and shit out more liberal garbage because they are being payed by the french (((government))) to stay afloat now.

Could've use more games off Saturn.

>>13814618

A shame what happened to this series. I have no nostalgia of it, but I played it recently and was surprised how fun and unique it was. It just needed a sequel to iron everything out but it never got it.

>>13821612

Can it be called a series if it only has one entry?

>>13822957

>muh devalued brand meme

He needs a new game, not another port.

>>13824478

Mario

>>13824527

>goalpost moving

Could somebody take another crack at this one…so much potential but the lead in development didn't give a rats ass and shit out a half assed game.

This ass deserved better.

>>13814618

>SHAKE SHAKE

>never ever again

just end my life now

>>13815082

>Is there anyone in this board who played klonoa and isn't a gay furfaggot?

I tried it, but i didn't really see what people liked about it. Really all playing this and ristar did was make me want to play mischief makers again.

>>13815236

> have im-paw-sibly high standards?

BUBSY GET THE FUCK OUT

>>13828839

It doesn't, she's a robot.

>>13828839

Let me correct myself; she's a Hyper Power Beauty Robo.

>>13830573

Goes for all hardcore fans of anything, really.

Reduced to not even appearing in the new MvC shitfest. Sad state of affairs for a real hero.

I always thought this would make an awesome vidya character for an action game series.

> Cotton, from the Cotton series

Oh god, why did the developers have to Purposefully give her unlikable traits. She's downright insufferable at times. Her only saving grace is that she starred in some great shmups with imaginative bosses, enemies, and level design. Cotton 1 & 2 were pretty ok imo, but Panorama Cotton felt utterly unique to me. I've just never seen a fantasy-setting, "Space Harrier"-styled game before. Rainbow Cotton was also notable, feeling like a slower-paced Star Fox 64. Cotton's design herself is serviceable, I guess. Her red Japanese bob hairstyle translated well in her 3D model of Rainbow Cotton, and her blue outfit and fairy sidekick make them a somewhat memorable duo.

Although I hate her personality, I would only welcome her back IF her new games continue being so great.

> Yumi, from Ape Escape 3

The standard monkeys themselves have the most "series potential" out of anyone in this series. Their iconic design even made a cameo in that one minigame in MGS3 Snake Eater. But besides them, I guess that the earlier protagonists (like Spike) and recurring villain (Specter) have more clout than Yumi when it comes to reappearing in another new game. She might have been the first female catcher, but it's very unlikely she'll get the lead role ever again. Her design is somewhat memorable with that blue bunny backpack, but cute anime girls are a dime a dozen nowadays. However, her cosplay transformation powers are what truly make her and Ape Escape 3's gameplay standout imo. Cementing it as one of the best in the series.

Although "later" protagonists in famous franchises often recieve little love from their creators, let's be thankful that Yumi at least starred in such a great game. Some later protagonists don't even recieve that.

> Vanessa Z Schneider, from P.N.03

lol Talk about male gaze. This girl's over-the-top sexy animations may not be as sexy as Bayonetta's, but godammit they're trying! And couple that with her shades and white cybernetic suit, and it's easy to see why a lot of guys still remember her today. Her game is also rather unique in gameplay. Rack up combos and clear rooms as quickly as possible, while avoiding any damage. The only problem with this idea is that the level design is very bland, only ever offering clean white indoors or dusty brown outdoors. Both of which got boring quickly.

If Vanessa ever gets a sequel, let's hope for better level designs and more gyrating.

> Tron Bonne, from Mega Man Legends

I've always like this tsundere more than Roll tbh. I was even glad that she got her own game in Misadventures way back then. Her anti-heroine personality, her memorable design and hairstyle, and her henchmen and big robots gave her enough "series potential" to earn herself a spinoff, at least. I'm just…. well…. I'm just not sure what her future holds anymore, given Mega Man Legends 3's cancellation.

She still got some love in MvC3, but another Misadventures seems very unlikely.

> Cindy Aurum, from Final Fantasy 15

lol What's her game gonna be about? Sexy car washes? lol

Joking aside, I guess as far sexy car mechanic girls are concerned, she probably has the market cornered right now. Her design is very distinct and memorable, but I doubt she has any clout among Squeenix executives to headline in her own game.

> Tingle, from Legend of Zelda

Well…. he has a memorable design…. unfortunately. Another reason why too much "series potential" is a curse.

I seriously could never understand Nintendo sometimes. They give this weird fucker his own games, but leave Princess Zelda out to dry? C'mon, man. An Ocarina spinoff starring her might be a good story at least. One that details her tutelage under Impa and how her persona of Sheik came to be.

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I was gonna suggest Viewtiful Joe next, but it looks like someone already beat me to the punch.

I also want another game with Reco , from the Mushihime-sama series. I personally think that she has really generic Sailor Moon outfit and design. BUT, she does ride around a huge fucking bug in one the most difficult bullet hell series out there. I gotta give her my utmost respect for that.

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>>13830548

>the professor has a harem of robo grills

>maria in her pyjamas

WEW

Crono would have probably starred in more games if Chrono Cross hadn't, almost deliberately, done everything it could to kill the series. Terranigma's epilogue was open-ended enough to have another game with Ark. I don't what happened with Magical Pop'n. It could have made for a great series.

I miss Ulala and Patricia needs more attention mainly because she's overshadowed by Shantae.

>>13819028

>Cindy

Great taste.

Sex appeal aside, she would have been a great playable character along with other characters like Iris, Aranea, and Gentiana (Shiva) but sadly SE keeps pushing you to the worst girl Luna .

>>13824660

>P.N.03 sequel never ever

I'm going to miss staring at Vanessa's sweet ass.

>>13831066

>Drossel

I would love to see a Fireball Charming game.

I cant resist her robo butt.

I'd say the main cast of Resonance of Fate would make a great series. They balance each other out well, and half the scenes in the game with them just goofing around are better than the overarching story they're put in. The setting and aesthetic of the game are perfect for expanding into series, it'd be a shame not to.

>wanting the jews to ruin franchises in 2017

A very indredasting thread. It reminds me of potatoes.