5 video game sequels that bombed at release

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Video game sequels always come with high expectations. Sadly, many of them end up being underwhelming. One of the most disheartening feelings in the world is being hyped for a title for years, only to find that it fails to live up to expectations. It's even worse when the game one is hyped up for turns out to be a disappointing sequel to its original predecessor.

While some are outright poor in quality, the appeal of a number of these video game sequels is usually diminished as they fail to measure up to their predecessors. We will be taking a look at 5 video game sequels that bombed at release.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer

Sonic the Hedgehog is a beloved franchise that has seen many great releases over the years. The same can't be said for the 2006 version. While initially touted as a triumphant return for the Sonic franchise, the video game sequel ended up being its worst performer.

One of the biggest issues with the game was its poor camera angles. The camera would often get stuck in awkward positions, making it difficult for players to see what was happening on screen. The absurd loading time was another common complaint with the game, with players having to spend a large amount of time stuck on the loading screen.

The title also suffered from technical problems such as glitches and bugs. It quickly became the worst addition to the Sonic franchise and one of the most disastrous video game sequels ever made.

The Tony Hawk series was the pinnacle of skating titles but was let down by an underwhelming addition to the sports game series in 2015. Released eight years after its predecessor, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 was supposed to be another successful iteration with better