The sequel to the infamous Hostel series, Hostel Part III, took risks by changing its setting from Slovakia to Las Vegas. However, these changes didn’t pay off, resulting in a poorly received film that largely followed the same formula as its predecessors.
In an attempt to break away from the familiar Slovakian setting, the filmmakers moved the story to America’s entertainment capital, but it failed to capture the essence of horror. The unfamiliarity of Las Vegas quickly lost its impact, making it an unsuitable location for a horror setting.
A Hostel TV show is now in production, with Eli Roth set to return. Hopefully, the new project will learn from past mistakes and pick a more suitable location for a fresh start.
Source: https://whatculture.com/film/10-horror-movie-sequels-that-took-risks-and-failed?page=3