5 Slots We Want to See a Sequel For

1. Out of the Ice – Print Studios

Cementing themselves as one of the more innovative out there, in terms of creativity and pay models, Print Studios’ 2022 hit Out of the Ice froze itself deep into the hearts of many, boasting an unorthodox Freezing Respin feature which turned typical pay lines into something a little more eye-brow raising.

With each winning combination transporting players further along the ice sheets, as well as Merfolk Multipliers lurking beneath the chilling depths, base game action remains, still today, both volatile and exciting, with 3 Free Spins bonus round modes offering up the choice of difficulty level as persistent multipliers break free of their icy domain for huge win potential.

Although still more than able to hold its own, 3 years down the line, when compared to titles such as Uncle Profit, which possesses a staggering max win cap of 50,000x bet, Out of the Ice by comparison now feels a little underwhelming at just 6,000x.

Such is the time we now live in, yet with so many advancements in mechanics now available, could this be the perfect time to reignite those finned ice-dwellers once more?

Out of the Ice Base Game

2. East Coast vs West Coast – Nolimit City

Having so many successful sequels and series tucked under their belts, it comes as a little surprising that we’ve not yet been treated to another rendition of the raining Benjamin Franklins we saw when two sides of the city collided in Nolimit City’s East Coast vs West Coast.

Back in 2021, this feature-rich release saw gangs clash with stupendous results, as the gritty, hip-hop theming provided catchy beats and visuals, all making for a highly popular title from the Nolimit team.

Far from taking the pure route of satirical edginess, which players have become more familiar with today, East Coast vs West Coast needed nothing more than to kit out past Presidents in gangsta attire and let the features speak for themselves.

With classic, core inclusions from xWays and xNudge Wilds to Linked Reels, gameplay felt fierce, and with a Free Spins bonus round allowing for a choice of volatility levels, as well as including an exciting Super Bonus for good measure, there was plenty to get players on the edge of their seats.

There are so many more features now at Nolimit City’s disposal, such as xBombs and xHoles, so we wonder if an engaging sequel may not be completely out of the question?

East Coast vs West Coast Coast to Coast Spins

3. Mad Cars – Push Gaming

Although seemingly on a wider-inclusive pathway in 2025, Push Gaming will always clutch that reputation of offering up some truly volatile games – none more so than 2022’s ‘Mad Max’ style Mad Cars, where vigilantes and petrol heads collided, resulting in power-packing potential and gripping gameplay.

With a base game mode that utilised little more than Instant Prize symbols, along with the Boost Reel when active, Mad Cars went all-in during a selection of heart-pounding bonus rounds, which saw cars go head to head for multiplier glory.

Each Bonus feature upped the ante from the last, with Persistent Payer, Persistent Collector and a combination of both all possible, and triggering that top level, or risking that pulse-raising gamble, still to this day can lead to some incredible results – 25,000x bet being the prize for the eyes!

Although visually-familiar titles have come and gone since the early Mad Cars days – Boss Bear and Hideous Slot's ‘Slot of the Year 2022' winner Big Bamboo being prime examples – none have yet revitalised that infamous Instant Prize concept, and we feel that needs to change.

Mad Cars Payer and Collector Combo Bonus

4. Hex – Relax Gaming

Fans of witchcraft and the dark arts will have more than enough admiration for Relax Gaming’s 2022 release Hex, a simplistic gaming model consisting of little more than a Mystery Reveal feature.

However, this release is a prime example of how big things can come in small packages.

Everything about the game struck the perfect cords, from the overall theming and visuals, to the persistent, progressive nature of the Free Spins bonus, which saw zones of framed positions hold in place throughout the round.

Hex’s secret weapon has arguably always been the inclusion of the Golden Sorceress, with the power to reveal all framed positions as Wild symbols, often leading to mind-blowing results deep into a bonus round.

Continuing to be a favourite for many, this punchy Relax number remains a popular and worthy addition to a slot stream – and a casual gaming session.

With highlighted grid positions always proving effective within many cluster-pays models out there, could that be a route for Relax Gaming to consider, should the studio ever decide to awaken the spirits once more?

Hex Base Game

5. Big Bass – Reel Kingdom

Now we know what you’re thinking, so please bear with us on this one…

Where does one start with the bottomless net that is the Big Bass series?

The year of 2020 introduced the online slots community to a game that was to pave the way for fishing-themed games for years to come.

Of course, it's Pragmatic Play partner Reel Kingdom’s release of Big Bass Bonanza – a simple catch and collect game played out on nothing more than a 5 reel 3 row grid matrix, with a progressive Bonus round slipped in for good measure.

Who would’ve thought that, 5 years down the line, there would be more than 20 sequels involving new locations, themes, features, reskins…the list goes on, yet proves an audience still craves something more.

What we have all found over time is that the studio isn’t shy in recycling old ideas, which means that these once-proud fish are looking more than a little tired to say the least, so wouldn’t it be great for something truly innovative to take that leap of faith out of the lake and splash a whole new lease of life on the series?

With the constant threat of each new release able to tarnish a well-deserved reputation, and with so many inventive, new features and mechanics coming through the ranks each and every week, all it takes is one brave, daring idea which could see the way we play catch and collect games change forever.

We, for one, would happily welcome that into our tackle box!

Upcoming Sequels

Both slot sequels and slot series will continue to grace our great casinos for a long time to come, offering a mixture of thrills and spills for all to enjoy.

At the moment, we're looking forward to a few different promised releases:

• Pirots 4
• Chaos Crew 3
• Holy Hand Grenade 2: Dream Drop
• Tanked 3: First Blood 2
• Wild Swarm Triple Hive
• Phoenix Graveyard 2
• Pirate Bonanza 2
• White Rabbit 2
• Bill & Coin 2 Mummy Mischief
• Bamboo Ways
• Le Zeus

Each of these sequels are hotly anticipated – both by us and players around the world. One thing is for sure – 2025 is shaping up to be a good year for slots, and we hope some of these studios consider revisiting the releases we've listed above too.