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5. Shenmue 3
Over eighteen years after the release of Shenmue II, fans of the series will finally get the third installment they've been craving. The question is, will the long-awaited return yield massive financial success, or will the game fail due to a fanbase that may not be as large as it seems.
After all, while the recent Shenmue remaster gave new gamers a chance to introduce themselves to the series, it also forced fans to recognize that the series hasn't aged as well as they thought. Commitment to realism and less glamorous tasks led to games that fell into tedium on several occasions. Not exactly a favored feeling when playing a game.
It's unclear whether Shenmue 3 will be any different in that regard, but if this is going to be a true sequel, then it's unlikely they'll stray far from the formula.
It's difficult to say whether this game's release will mirror its predecessors or if it will soar thanks to a more established fan base. However, if the game is just as niche as its predecessors were, then there's a chance that Shenmue III's success may only be visible through the eyes of those who were going to love it no matter what.