20 Years After Bully, Rockstar’s Cult Classic Still Awaits the Sequel It Deserves

Two decades after Rockstar Games released Bully—known as Canis Canem Edit in Europe—the open-world schoolyard adventure remains one of the studio’s most distinctive titles. Set at the fictional Bullworth Academy, the game put players in the shoes of Jimmy Hopkins, a mischievous teenager navigating cliques, classes, and authority figures. Unlike Rockstar’s grittier franchises, Bully offered a satirical, coming-of-age twist on the open-world formula, earning a dedicated fanbase and strong critical reception. Despite its success and enduring cult status, Rockstar has never greenlit a full sequel, leaving fans to wonder why such a beloved property has been sidelined. With Rockstar’s focus on massive hits like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption, the chances of a Bully follow-up remain uncertain. But as the game’s 20th anniversary approaches, the demand for a return to Bullworth Academy is louder than ever—and the timing might finally be right.