Greatest Slot Sequels Ever Made
8. Max Megaways 2 – Big Time Gaming
The names Max, Max Megaways. Big Time Gaming‘s answer to James Bond returns for round two in the sequel to the 2022 release, Max Megaways.
Released in 2023, Max Megaways 2 continues on the story as Mr. Megaways takes on Dr Fudge Indare again, this time in zero-g on the moon, complete with a fully-functional lunar base (complete with a greenhouse and working electricity) and a Bond-esque soundtrack to finish things off.
This game really ups the ante, with an increased max win (147,620x bet) that makes sure that players will gravitate toward this release over its predecessor.
7. Immortal Romance II – Stormcraft Studios
In our exclusive interview with the team behind it, we learned that the original Immortal Romance (released in 2011) drew heavy inspiration from the vampire pop culture craze of its time – think The Vampire Diaries, Twilight, and the obsession with paranormal romance that defined the early 00s.
Immortal Romance was a slot very much a product of the culture at the time, and that’s a big reason as to why it was so successful.
Fast forward roguhly 13 years and Stormcraft Studios took on the mantle of the sequel – Immortal Romance II – looking to tap into the nostalgia of the originals.
The gothic atmosphere and beloved soundtrack are all present and correct. Each character has had a facelift but still look recognisable, with modernised mechanics and even the ability to unlock character soundtracks along the way, with a slightly increase max win of 15,000x to sink your teeth into.
6. Jammin’ Jars 2 – Push Gaming
Push Gaming had a tough act to follow with Jammin’ Jars – one of our most highly-requested slots of all time – but the team executed it well.
Rather than changing the game completely, Push Gaming added some meaningful upgrades in Jammin’ Jars 2 while staying true to the groovy nature of the original. One such change being the iconic Giga Jar feature, which gives players something to grind towards during the base game and offers instant prizes.
With a 50,000x bet max win, Jammin’ Jars 2 offers more than double the win potential of its forefather – it’s a rare example of a sequel that really lived up to the original while managing to stay fresh.
5. Chaos Crew 2 – Hacksaw Gaming
Released in 2020 Hacksaw Gaming‘s Chaos Crew was a fan favourite, and the sequel had some big boots to fill, revisiting the spray-painted backstreets where Sketchy Skull and Cranky Cat roam.
In Chaos Crew 2, the visuals are OTT and neon-soaked with a distinct anacharchic atmosphere to it. Rather than take anything away from the original, the team decided to simply layer new mechanics on top of the original experience, like the ‘Best Of’ bonus feature, which allowed players to play through three bonus rounds and keep their highest win.
Outside of this mechanical difference, there’s the doubled win potential, where wins up to 20,000x are possible in all areas of the game. As they say; prepare for trouble and make it double!
4. Dead or Alive II – NetEnt
Few sequels have been as universally celebrated as Dead or Alive 2.
NetEnt took the cult status of the original and produced another Wild Western follow-up that genuinely raised the bar – better graphics and three free spin modes that cater to different players: Train Heist, Old Saloon, and, the favourite, High Noon Saloon.
The highlight, though is the increased max win potential – 111,111.11x bet – which blows the original 13,888x max win potential out of the water.
It’s been so successful that Dead or Alive 2 is a regular feature on our streams, in Sunday Slot Battles, and is often requested by our viewers.
3. San Quentin 2: Death Row – Nolimit City
The original San Quentin was already one of the most intense slots ever made – even by Nolimit City standards.
And if you’ve ever played it, you’ll know it wasn’t exactly shy about its prison humour either (we’d advise against dropping he soap in there, or Beefy Dick will have some words for you).
So naturally, Nolimit City decided to dial things up even further with the sequel, Death Row. It’s darker, grittier, and loaded with even more features than its predecessor.
With xMechanics flying in from every direction and a max win of 150,000x – yes, really – San Quentin 2: Death Row is the kind of sequel that makes the original look like childs-play.
2. Royal Potato 2 – Print Studios
You might know your standard potatoes, like Maris Pipers, Jersey Royals, King Edwards, but Print Studios brought a new category of spud to the table in Royal Potato back in 2021.
It quickly rose to the top of the food chain, thanks to its SuperSpinner multipliers, Royal Levy feature, and progressive Free Spins round. It wasn’t long before players were demanding more carbs to be served up on a platter.
In 2023, Royal Potato 2 emerged from the soil, and it was immediately clear that Print Studios opted for a “change nothing, upgrade everything” philosophy, with improved graphics, an additional 10,000x in winning potential, and new features like a Super Bonus Buy.
1. Beast Gains – Relax Gaming
No studio does series and sequels quite like Relax Gaming, who are most-known for their Money Train series.
Rather than a standard sequel, Relax cranked the weights and made a full-on crossover event akin to the MCU, combining characters and elements from Beast Mode, Net Gains, and Iron Bank, smashing them together with plenty of bicep-curling anthropomorphic action.
Beast Gains takes the gang on a river expedition, stripping the original games back down to their best bits and piecing them back together into a feature-filled frenzy.
This game hits the nail on the head for player engagement, with the Feature Trail adding a unique sense of progression. Paired with a back-to-basics max win of 25,000x, Beast Gains is a solid sequel that’s plenty of fun on stream and easily strengthens the lineup rather than trying to replace what already works.
Final Thoughts
A great sequel isn’t just about slapping a “2” on the end of a title and hoping for the best.
The best slot sequels on this list each brought something new to the table while honouring what made the originals so great in the first place, seeing providers build upon existing greatness to create something bigger and better.
Check out our slot reviews for our full thoughts on these games and more – and if you think we’ve forgotten an iconic sequel that deserves a spot on this list, drop it in the comments below. You can also play these games for free in demo mode to try before you buy.
