One of Namco Bandai's bigger successes on Sony's PlayStation 2 is the .hack video game series. For those not familiar with it, it is part of a much larger multimedia franchise simply known as .hack that encompasses manga, card games, anime, and most importantly , video games.

There are many scenarios that come to mind whenever we try to explore the possible answers to this question. First, Namco Bandai can continue .hack as a normal console game, "simulating" the environment and the features of a full-blown MMORPG. New characters will be introduced that will bring about new adventures.

It is also not impossible for Namco Bandai to finally enter the virtual world arena and make the next .hack game a real MMORPG. Those who've played the games know that this is very much feasible - The World has its own set of races, job classes, lore, missions, set of NPCs, and even bosses.