What is sucker punch?

Sucker Punch Productions is an American video game developer based in Bellevue, Washington. Founded in 1997, the company is best known for its PlayStation-exclusive titles.

Here are some key aspects:

• Early Years and Rocket: Robot on Wheels: Sucker Punch initially developed Rocket: Robot on Wheels for the Nintendo 64, showcasing their innovative approach to 3D platforming.

• The Sly Cooper Series: They gained significant recognition with the Sly Cooper franchise on the PlayStation 2, known for its cel-shaded graphics and stealth gameplay. The series follows the adventures of Sly Cooper, a master thief raccoon, and his partners.

• The Infamous Series: Moving to the PlayStation 3, Sucker Punch created the Infamous series, open-world superhero games that feature morality-based choices and electricity-based powers. Infamous 2 and Infamous: Second Son were also critically acclaimed.

• Acquisition by Sony: In 2011, Sony Computer Entertainment (now Sony Interactive Entertainment) acquired Sucker Punch Productions, making them a first-party studio.

• Ghost of Tsushima: Their most recent and arguably most successful title is Ghost of Tsushima, a samurai-themed open-world action-adventure game set in feudal Japan for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. It received critical acclaim for its visuals, combat, and story.

• Genre Diversification: Sucker Punch has demonstrated the ability to excel in different genres, from platformers to stealth action to open-world superhero and samurai games.