Top 10 Video Games That Defied Expectations and Became Hits

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In this riveting Gameranx video, we delve into the remarkable tales of 10 video games that defied the odds and emerged victorious against the naysayers. Take, for instance, the iconic "The Witcher", a game born from obscure Polish novels that skeptics believed would flop. Little did they know, CD PROJEKT RED would turn this underdog into a gaming phenomenon, proving everyone wrong with its massive success. And then there's "Demon Souls", a game that faced harsh criticism for its brutal difficulty, only to silence the doubters and pave the way for the legendary "Dark Souls" series.
But the surprises don't end there. "True Crime: Hong Kong" was unceremoniously axed by Activision, deemed unworthy of completion, until Square Enix swooped in and transformed it into the acclaimed "Sleeping Dogs". Meanwhile, "Xenoblade Chronicles" struggled to break into the Western market, but thanks to persistent fans and a stroke of luck, it became a beloved RPG franchise for Nintendo. And who could forget the rocky journey of "Sonic Frontiers", a game that faced harsh criticism pre-launch but managed to win over fans and secure its place in the Sonic universe.
As we continue down this thrilling road of redemption, we encounter the post-apocalyptic world of "Mad Max", a game that fought tooth and nail to earn its spot among cult favorites despite initial doubts. And then there's the legendary "Metroid Prime", a game that raised eyebrows with its bold FPS direction but ultimately won hearts and minds, proving that sometimes the biggest risks yield the greatest rewards. So buckle up, folks, as we witness these incredible tales of resilience and triumph in the ever-evolving world of video games.

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