10 Gaming Franchises That Desperately NEED A New Game

10. Castlevania

Castlevania is potentially more popular than ever right now, with the highly successful Netflix animated series entering its third season soon and both Simon and Richter Belmont being featured in the new Smash, but there hasn't been a new game in the series since 2014's Lords of Shadow 2. This is a huge mistake. Konami should be capitalizing on the resurgence of the series and making more games.

This seems unlikely though. Konami continues to distance itself further and further from console gaming, focusing more on mobile or arcade gaming. This is a move that has also significantly damaged other iconic franchises like Metal Gear, Silent Hill, and Bomberman. Castlevania sticks out, however, because it makes so much sense for it to return.

Castlevania is hugely popular right now, but that won't last forever. The buzz of nostalgia caused by the Richters appearing in Smash Bros. Ultimate is fading with each new DLC pack added. The Netflix series also won't last forever, especially given Netflix's proclivity for cancelling shows after their third season.

Konami needs to jump on this opportunity before it's gone forever. Castlevania is massive right now, and a new game would garner a lot of excitement.