The inFamous series, known for its blend of superpowers and open-world gameplay, might be seeing a revival at PlayStation, according to recent rumors. Despite Sucker Punch's focus on the Ghost of Tsushima series, with Ghost of Yotei currently in development, analyst Jordan Middler suggests there's an "inFamous thing happening" elsewhere within PlayStation, sparking excitement among fans.
This rumor addresses a long-standing wish from PlayStation fans for Sucker Punch to revisit either Sly Cooper or inFamous. While the Sly Cooper trilogy is available on modern hardware, the first two inFamous games and their Festival of Blood DLC remain exclusive to the PS3. The last inFamous title, inFamous: Second Son (PS4), with its First Light DLC, was released in 2014.
What the Rumor Implies
"There is a groundswell of people that want inFamous. I'm under the impression that there is an inFamous thing happening somewhere else in PlayStation at the minute, not tied to them (Sucker Punch)"
Jordan Middler, Analyst
This leaves the nature of the project open to speculation. It could be a remaster of the older titles for modern consoles, a new game set in the inFamous universe, or something entirely different.
"I would love to work on more Infamous. I would love to see a trilogy re-release"
Nate Fox, Director of Ghost of Yotei
Similarly, Sucker Punch co-founder Brian Fleming highlighted the studio's limitations, "If we were good at juggling four projects, yeah, we’d have a remaster," indicating a remaster or new inFamous project isn't currently a priority for them.
Community and Developer Context
The inFamous series has a dedicated fan base, with many hoping for a return to the franchise's unique blend of electrical powers and moral choice mechanics. Sucker Punch's inclusion of inFamous and Sly Cooper Easter eggs in their Ghost of series suggests the studio hasn't forgotten its roots. However, the rumor's emphasis on the project not being tied to Sucker Punch indicates a potential shift in how PlayStation handles its IPs, possibly outsourcing to other studios.
This approach isn't unprecedented; before its closure, Bluepoint Games pitched projects based on Sony's IPs, including Shadow of the Colossus and Bloodborne. If a similar pitch for inFamous was successful, it could explain the rumored project's existence outside of Sucker Punch.
Speculation and Hope
While details are scarce, the rumor provides hope for inFamous fans. The series' rich world, last explored in inFamous: Second Son, offers plenty of room for either a prequel, sequel, or a completely new storyline. The lack of modern availability for the first two games also makes a remaster collection a plausible, fan-pleasing move.
As inFamous fans await more concrete information, they can take heart in the consistent love Sucker Punch has shown for its earlier franchises, even if they're not currently at the forefront of the studio's efforts. The future of inFamous might just be brighter than it has been in years, courtesy of an unforeseen development within the broader PlayStation ecosystem.