New Sly Cooper Game Continues to be Hinted at
According to reports from leaker NateTheHate, Sony is exploring the revival of several long-dormant PlayStation intellectual properties, with the classic stealth-action franchise Sly Cooper among the most prominent candidates for a comeback. The series, which originally established developer Sucker Punch Productions’ reputation, has not received a new mainline entry for 13 years, with the last release being Sly 4: Thieves in Time, developed by Sanzaru Games in 2013.
While specific details about the potential revival remain unconfirmed, the reports suggest PlayStation is actively considering bringing back classic franchises. The news marks renewed industry interest in reviving beloved gaming series that have remained dormant for extended periods.
Fans of the franchise have long anticipated a return of the iconic heist-focused series, known for its charming protagonist and distinctive gameplay mechanics. A new Sly Cooper title would add to what appears to be a broader strategy by PlayStation to revisit and revive classic properties from its back catalog.