PlayStation's masterpiece series that will never get another game

while playstation It is currently home to many critically acclaimed and beloved game series. god of war, the last of usand horizonSony has been criticized by fans for forgetting some of its most beloved IP over the past two generations. Even the IP that initially shaped the PlayStation brand.

The PS1, PS2, and PS3 not only helped PlayStation become one of the “Big Three” of the home console market, but they also had exclusives of such high quality that they were immediately considered masterpieces. Unfortunately, aside from the occasional cameo appearance in games like AstrobotBrands have largely forgotten about these great IPs and they are unlikely to come back. The following eight 10/10 series are the most infamous examples of this unfortunate phenomenon.

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A classic futuristic racing game (and F-Zero's biggest competitor)

There was a time like that. delete It was one of PlayStation's biggest and most iconic franchises. Born early in the PS1's lifespan, this futuristic anti-gravity racing game has given players thousands of hours of fun with its thrilling, fast-paced gameplay and stylish graphics and music. It really felt like Sony's answer to Nintendo's answer. F-Zero franchise.

delete Although it found most of its success in the PS1 generation, new releases eventually slowed down in the PS2 and PS3 era. Unfortunately, the franchise has been dormant since 2012 and will likely never enter the fold again, as original developer Psygnosis closed that same year. nevertheless, wipeout That spirit still lives on among Indie's spiritual successors. antigravity and Ballistic NG.

Parapa the Rapper

One of the most important rhythm game series of all time

It might seem pretty silly at first, but it's worth mentioning. Parapa the Rapper It was quite groundbreaking at the time. The concept of rhythm games, with gameplay dependent on timely player input, was truly shocking in the mid-90s. It goes without saying that the unique art style, quirky characters, and light tone helped make this series stand out.

PaRappa himself became one of PlayStation's most beloved unofficial mascots during that time, but after two mainline entries and a spinoff, he was slowly forgotten by both Sony and his fans. Although these simple yet attractive projects are not as popular as they used to be, similar IPs are rhythm heaven and Taiko no Tatsujin They have a huge fan base today, so technically it would be possible. parappa rapper It will probably return if Sony decides to give it another chance.

Medi Evil

This gothic action-adventure franchise made a brief return a few years ago.

Medi Evil It was without a doubt one of the PS1's best and most underrated franchises. Not only are these two action-adventure games incredibly fun, but their unique “Tim Burton-esque” aesthetic and impeccable sense of humor make them incredibly memorable. Strangely enough the first one is Medi Evil The title has been remade twice. It was remade the first time for PSP in 2005 and the second time for PS4 in 2019.

In fact, the recent PS4 remake was a huge (but pleasant) surprise for seasoned PlayStation fans, many of whom were confident it would lead to a much-needed revival of the franchise. Unfortunately, nothing came of it due to mixed reactions and disappointing sales. Medievil (2019) Sony stopped us from using green lighting. Medievil 2 Remake and/or Medievil 3.

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A once-innovative franchise has been relegated to random cameos

It is important to note how important it is. monkey escape The IP was intended to grow the PlayStation brand during its first year in the gaming landscape. Just when it seemed like the Nintendo 64 would gain the upper hand with its innovative controller featuring analog sticks, Sony responded by releasing the PS1's dual analog controller and creating an exclusive that took full advantage of its features.

Needless to say, it combines groundbreaking 3D platforming gameplay with colorful, likable characters. monkey escape to It was a huge success, and like PaRappa, Pipo Monkeys eventually became one of PlayStation's most iconic characters. The IP still enjoyed moderate success in the PS2/PSP era, but the most recent monkey escape The title was released exclusively for the PlayStation Move in 2010, and the franchise has all but disappeared since then (most likely due to the emergence of hyper-realistic AAA games in the 2010s). Oddly enough, despite not releasing a new game in over 15 years, Pipo Monkeys has made cameo appearances in numerous modern titles, including: Astrobot and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.

The Legend of the Dragoon

The biggest turn-based RPG on PS1 (it didn't have the word “Final Fantasy” in the title)

Sometimes it's easy to forget how popular turn-based JRPGs were in the '90s, especially on the original PlayStation. Indeed, Square's enormous critical and financial success has been final fantasy 7 It inspired Sony to create its own games in this genre, which The Legend of the Dragoon.

JRPG fans immediately fell in love with the title, praising its dynamic combat system with fast-paced events. Expedition 33), amazing presentation, and tells a deep and captivating story. Unfortunately, The Legend of the Dragoon It's basically a one-off series, as Sony never brought it back in any way shape or form (save for the digital PS4/PS5 ports). The main character, Dart, was going to be a DLC fighter. PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale, but He was eventually scrapped (luckily Astrobot (along with many other forgotten PlayStation icons).

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A gritty first-person shooter from another era.

As previously mentioned, the gaming industry was filled with dark, gritty, and surreal shooters in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Spyro the Dragon and Ratchet and Clank — created an original series of FPS games during that period simply titled: resistance.

Fortunately, Insomniac is a very talented studio, so these games ended up being masterpieces of their time and are now considered one of the best exclusives in the PS3 catalog. As the creator expected Ratchet and Clank, resistance The trilogy boasted satisfying shooting mechanics, a variety of unique weapons, and a series of menacing enemies known as Chimeras. These first-person shooters were fun, but they were also remnants of a different era within the industry. Insomniac is now busy with titles that appeal to modern audiences, including: Marvel's Spider-Man and Marvel's Wolverine.

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PlayStation had its own non-Marvel superheroes.

In a similar vein, Sucker Punch Productions ( cunning cooper franchise) also created a more mature and darker series during the PS3 era, but instead of making an FPS like everyone else, they chose to make it an open world game with playable superheroes. The result is infamousquickly grew into one of PlayStation's most popular exclusive IPs in the late 2000s and early 2010s.

Not only do these games allow players to explore expansive open-world environments with a variety of superpowers at their disposal, but they also feature an incredible morality system where the plot changes depending on the decisions you make. The franchise was so successful that Cole MacGrath became one of the most iconic superheroes not to originate from comic books. infamous second son was actually one of the first true exclusives for the PS4 that encouraged people to buy that console back in 2014. Regardless, Sucker Punch is now busy with their next project. ghost series and Sony holds exclusive video game rights to Marvel superheroes like Spider-Man, so it's highly unlikely we'll ever see it. infamous Again soon.

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PS3's biggest hidden gems

The PS3's catalog was filled with mature, violent exclusives such as: the last of us or god of war 3Sony's seventh generation of home consoles also featured a variety of colorful and experimental platform games. Little Big Planet It seems to have been somewhat successful. Among the forgotten hidden gems, puppeteer It's the most notable one by far, and it's a real shame that not many people have heard of it.

Developed by Sony Japan Studio puppeteer is an endlessly charming 2.5D platformer with a unique puppetry aesthetic and vibrant art style that stands out in a generation where most people weren't interested in the genre. Despite receiving rave reviews from critics, the game failed to make an impact and never received a sequel or port. But it's not all bad news. Japan Studio eventually merged with Team Asobi and some of the people who worked on it. puppeteer Work continued Astrobot (Of course, Kutaro, the main character of this game, makes a cameo appearance).