Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus

 PlayStation 2
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 351 Ratings

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  1. thedarkpau
    Oct 13, 2011
    10
    My favorite game of all time. I love everything about this game. I love the graphics and the gameplay beats any ratchet and clank or jak. I enjoy the stealth part of the game. The bosses are absolutely amazing but a bit easy. I have beaten this game over 10 times and i can always replay it. It was an amazing childhood game. The clue bottle collecting was a bit challenging and super fun.My favorite game of all time. I love everything about this game. I love the graphics and the gameplay beats any ratchet and clank or jak. I enjoy the stealth part of the game. The bosses are absolutely amazing but a bit easy. I have beaten this game over 10 times and i can always replay it. It was an amazing childhood game. The clue bottle collecting was a bit challenging and super fun. The master thief sprints are amazing and really challenge even very good platformer gamers. Overall i love sly cooper! Long live the thief!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  2. AntonioV.
    Jan 5, 2008
    10
    The best of this game is that Sly has a character with class, mistery, leadership (of course respect) and a strong feeling of friendship and honor. Qualitys that I think everybody would like to have. So this game is a kind of fable: very useful for children, very ilustrative for teens and a reminder for grown-up ones.
  3. [Anonymous]
    Mar 18, 2003
    9
    I got all of the secret moves amazing replay value really annoying minigames though.
  4. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 11, 2011
    10
    Though it is short, Sly Cooper is an astounding adventure for kids and adults, crafted by an beautiful graphics and visuals, gameplay variety, charismatic characters, and an involving storyline.
  5. Watermelon789
    May 6, 2011
    9
    BAH!!! sad for those that dint enjoyed the game, this is total nirvana classic. This is a most own playstation tittle, and it will be remembered as one of the best games out there. Actually, is very simple , cartoon graphics, great humor characters and a well pace on the levels. This shows a landmark on the PS 2 library a most own for children and adults alike. Happy cheers
  6. Yuichi
    Jun 6, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sucker Punch did a pretty good job. The idea of a witty, charming, sly, raccoon and his accomplices, a very smart turtle, and a hippo for the getaway driver, was a great concept that has led to 2 other games and 1 in the making. The style of the game is completely different from the other 2 games. This helps make every level a different and fun experience. With 5 different bosses and five completely different locations, this game can hold your attention for a while. From an unknown-ed ocean where a mechanical, but smug frog is creating an endless storm to a volcano where you'll meet your greatest nemesis along with the swamps of Haiti, a ghost town Mesa City, and snowy mountains, the colors of all the levels are vibrant and are filled with interesting enemies. The controls are smooth and there are a variety of moves you can unlock throughout the game. There is honestly nothing I can think of at the moment that would make this a bad game so I will leave you with this. All the way through the game I'm sure you'll grow to like all the characters very much through the interesting story and will want to further your experience with the other 2 that have already come out.… Expand
  7. Jouna92
    Jul 31, 2012
    8
    There's a pleasant old-school feel to Thievius Raccoonus; the enemies are merciless but a bit stupid, and the platforming challenges come on strong and ramp up steadily in difficulty as the levels go by.
    The main problem is that just as you're getting into a groove and really enjoying the variety seen throughout the different levels, the game ends.
  8. Mezmer
    Oct 27, 2016
    10
    Let me tell you. I was a bit skeptical about this game at first- but I immediately fell in love with it. The gameplay, is so much darn fun! Its challenging, but with the central hub system, it makes it amazing. The graphics are very unique and thought out, the voice acting is very well thought out and so is the script, and the stealth part about this game is fantastic. Its a challenge ifLet me tell you. I was a bit skeptical about this game at first- but I immediately fell in love with it. The gameplay, is so much darn fun! Its challenging, but with the central hub system, it makes it amazing. The graphics are very unique and thought out, the voice acting is very well thought out and so is the script, and the stealth part about this game is fantastic. Its a challenge if you're not used to these types of games, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes a blast. Its a bit short, as I finished it in about a day in a half, but don't let that deter you from buying it. Do yourself a favor and get your hands on this game! You'll thank me later!… Expand
  9. TheDoodFrankWak
    Feb 22, 2018
    6
    Sly Cooper was a fun interesting game at first with solid gameplay and great graphics for an old Ps2 Game. The further the game went, however, the more broken and flawed the game's mechanics seemed to get, even with all the bonus abilities I had picked up by doing Collect-a-thon style missions in certain levels of the game, it was still a near impossible trek in the final stages feelingSly Cooper was a fun interesting game at first with solid gameplay and great graphics for an old Ps2 Game. The further the game went, however, the more broken and flawed the game's mechanics seemed to get, even with all the bonus abilities I had picked up by doing Collect-a-thon style missions in certain levels of the game, it was still a near impossible trek in the final stages feeling more and more of a difficulty spike. leading to an enhanced hissy fit of rage from me. It wasn't a great experience, but a good title nonetheless… Expand
  10. Onask
    Oct 7, 2018
    8
    Los inicios de la que es, posiblemente, mi saga favorita de PlayStation 2.

    Si es cierto que esta entrega es muy simplona (hablámos del año 2002), pero sigue siendo muy muy divertida y rejugable a día de hoy: ha envejecido bien. Nos encontramos con personajes muy carismáticos, con un estilo artísitico con una mezcla de cómic y cartoon único y un diseño de niveles de plataformeo muy    Los inicios de la que es, posiblemente, mi saga favorita de PlayStation 2.

    Si es cierto que esta entrega es muy simplona (hablámos del año 2002), pero sigue siendo muy muy divertida y rejugable a día de hoy: ha envejecido bien.

    Nos encontramos con personajes muy carismáticos, con un estilo artísitico con una mezcla de cómic y cartoon único y un diseño de niveles de plataformeo muy bien pensado. Definitivamente una saga de culto de la sexta generación.

    Para mí, conforma la Santísima Trinidad de trilogías de PlayStation 2 (Jak & Daxter, Ratchet and Clank y Sly Cooper).

    Muy recomendado.    … Expand
  11. SlyCooperGOTY
    Apr 27, 2019
    10
    GOTY

    So much fun back in the days, bring it back!
    Remaster has to happen !!!!!

    10/10
  12. MicahC.
    Mar 8, 2003
    6
    Lastability is wot deeply flawed the game. Stax o' fun while it lasted tho.
  13. StephanK.
    Aug 10, 2005
    0
    What a load of junk. A wannabe steal game that gets punched, stomped on, and thrown off a 10-story building by games such a Splinter Cell and Thief. Actually, you can't even compare them to each other. Sly is a game that makes me feel like I'm controlling some cartoon character. WAY too kiddie and overall just plain crap.
  14. Kentathon
    Apr 14, 2012
    1
    I got the game free off the Playstation Network for being a Plus member. I was expecting a poorly designed game that crapped on classic adventure games. I got what I expected.

    The only good thing to come of playing this game was it reminded me to go back and replay Banjoe Kazooie. Now THAT was a good adventure game. Also, the hardest enemy in this game was the Camera. I've never in my    I got the game free off the Playstation Network for being a Plus member. I was expecting a poorly designed game that crapped on classic adventure games. I got what I expected.

    The only good thing to come of playing this game was it reminded me to go back and replay Banjoe Kazooie. Now THAT was a good adventure game.

    Also, the hardest enemy in this game was the Camera. I've never in my life played a game where the camera was so utterly bad it took away from the game.    … Expand
  15. ccrogers15
    Feb 29, 2012
    10
    best series ever. Hands down. Very fun gameplay, likeable characters, etc. Whats not to love? Good graphics too. The people who rated it bad, cant get past the boss fights LOL!!!!
  16. Speedwagon
    May 19, 2018
    9
    Un sólido videojuego de plataformas con mecánicas de sigilo y con muchísima personalidad. Uno de los juegos de mi infancia, que rejugué hace poco en en PS3 hasta sacarle el platino y... sólo puedo reiterar que es una delicia. Lo único reprochable es que es algo corto si vas rápido, y quedan ganas de más. Jugablemente muy bueno, doblado al español, y con gran variedad de fases, niveles, yUn sólido videojuego de plataformas con mecánicas de sigilo y con muchísima personalidad. Uno de los juegos de mi infancia, que rejugué hace poco en en PS3 hasta sacarle el platino y... sólo puedo reiterar que es una delicia. Lo único reprochable es que es algo corto si vas rápido, y quedan ganas de más. Jugablemente muy bueno, doblado al español, y con gran variedad de fases, niveles, y entornos. En mi opinión personal, sin desmerecer a los Ratchet & Clank, y sin haber jugado los Jak, el mejor plataformas de la grandísima Playstation 2.… Expand
  17. NickB.
    Oct 2, 2002
    9
    This is a very fun and addictive platform game. By far one of the best for the ps2.
  18. HenriW.
    May 9, 2003
    9
    I love the mini-games in this title. They are so varied and entertaining. The only gripe I have about this game is the occasional slow-down. It happens the most in the larger Haiti levels.
  19. AnonymousMC
    Oct 18, 2007
    8
    ok stephan K you are on crack. no one ever said this was going to be like splinter cell. this is for younger kids not for dumb people like you. why did you even play the game if you knew it was going to be cartoons? this is a fun game for all ages. don't listten to stephan K.
  20. ChrisW.
    Oct 16, 2002
    10
    One of best platform games that I have played in my life. Very Addictive. A must have for the ps2.
  21. RyanM.
    Dec 10, 2002
    8
    Yes, it can be very fun, but, it never seems like a fully grown game.
  22. JohnT.
    Dec 17, 2002
    10
    This is off the heezy phosheezy!
  23. AnonymousMC
    Apr 9, 2003
    10
    I absolutely love this game. The graphics, to the characters, to the gameplay. This game is all around wonderful. One of the most unique and exciting adventure games yet. The only major downfall is its short, but you probably heard that before. I beat it in one night so the adrenaline rush i got from playing it didn't last long. Overall a great game. Highly recommended to all
  24. Joseph
    Sep 11, 2004
    10
    This is the best game ever. I love the moves.
  25. NoahS.
    Jul 21, 2009
    10
    Sly is a perfect franchise that could very well withstand the test of playstation/sony history. It's instant classic with many features and humor that will make the player fall in love with this raccoon and his story a true masterpiece.
  26. CandiceC.
    Nov 7, 2002
    10
    Can you please send me some tips on how to beat the Speed Clocks?
  27. TylerD.
    Mar 27, 2003
    9
    So much fun! .. before you beat this game it is the most fun youll ever have, unfotunately that wont last for very long. The game is too short but very lovable and fun.
  28. Sam
    Aug 14, 2004
    9
    Great game, but not exactly stealthy. Other wise, the graphics are just as goregous as the windwakers and the gameplay rocks. Can't wait for 2.
  29. CarlosL.
    Jul 21, 2007
    8
    This game is NOT A STEALTH GAME. So people stop saying it is. WEll the game is very fun playing as Sly Cooper. You can do amazing feats as him and the game has fun mini missions that are all different and have a fun mini games to change the formula. The plot is good and is entertaining. The Graphics are pretty and help the game. The only problem is the game is way to freaking SHORT you This game is NOT A STEALTH GAME. So people stop saying it is. WEll the game is very fun playing as Sly Cooper. You can do amazing feats as him and the game has fun mini missions that are all different and have a fun mini games to change the formula. The plot is good and is entertaining. The Graphics are pretty and help the game. The only problem is the game is way to freaking SHORT you can beat in one sitting I should know I bought this as my first PS2 game and i had no memory card and in one day i beat and kept going to beat again and agian to get all the moves.… Expand
  30. MetalMan95
    Nov 20, 2010
    7
    The first video game i ever played to be honest, as a kid, and I'm a big fan of the game franchise. although it is kinda kiddie there is some action and slick theiving that takes place to keep me interested.
  31. Jacob
    Jan 27, 2013
    8
    Overall, Sly Cooper and the Theivious Racconous is a great a game. While the story is basic the characters are all fun and interesting. The gameplay is fantastic. You have some great level designs each one feeling unique fun and fresh. To add more variety are various minigames thrown in, which while eh at times get the game from getting dull or repetitive. The game can get difficult atOverall, Sly Cooper and the Theivious Racconous is a great a game. While the story is basic the characters are all fun and interesting. The gameplay is fantastic. You have some great level designs each one feeling unique fun and fresh. To add more variety are various minigames thrown in, which while eh at times get the game from getting dull or repetitive. The game can get difficult at tiems,w hic is great for gameers who are looking for challenge. On top of that are some great graphics and voice acting. Words cannot describe how great this game is you have to experience it yourself to truly understand what I am saying. If you are a fan of 3D platformers and also like being sneaky then pick up this game. You are sure to love Sly 1 as much as I do, which is a lot.… Expand
  32. Clanka
    Dec 12, 2011
    9
    Fabulous game. I immediately fell in love with it the moment I started it for the first time. If only I had discovered it sooner, real shame that I didn't. Spot on with gameplay, music, graphics and story. Missions mix it up a lot and even though it is a bit too traditional it's one of my favourite games of all time.
  33. Kristine
    Mar 15, 2011
    10
    This game is totally my guilty pleasure. It's really fun and addictive and I love the mini games. It's a simple idea but they made it enjoyable. The graphics are good and the fight moves are so fun. It seems like it could be geared more towards children, but as an adult I thoroughly enjoyed it!
  34. ImmaGamer
    Mar 24, 2011
    10
    Its quite rare to find such a game that is so good. This game has great graphics for this time. The story and plot is great, and the characters are likable and lovable. Plain straight, its ADDICTIVE.
  35. JoJomonkey
    May 22, 2011
    8
    It's a great game but it's really short and easy but the others are also short but they're better and more fun to play but this one's good too but the enemys are wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy to easy.
  36. Overy1984
    Nov 17, 2012
    9
    Un juego muy divertido. Buenos gráficos para PS2 y estética atractiva. La historia y los malos finales son simplones e infantiles, aunque es lo propio en estos juegos, ni Mario ni Sonic tienen tramas más adultas. La jugabilidad es muy buena, es sencilla, sólo usas tres botones y siempre los mismos, es muy adictiva. Tiene una enorme variedad de misiones, dondeUn juego muy divertido. Buenos gráficos para PS2 y estética atractiva. La historia y los malos finales son simplones e infantiles, aunque es lo propio en estos juegos, ni Mario ni Sonic tienen tramas más adultas. La jugabilidad es muy buena, es sencilla, sólo usas tres botones y siempre los mismos, es muy adictiva. Tiene una enorme variedad de misiones, donde introduce minijuegos de tipo arcade y shooter, entre otros, que hacen que varíe mucho el juego.… Expand
  37. MDG397
    Feb 25, 2013
    10
    A nearly perfect game and extremely addicting. It may be short, but this game is still just too good to not play. No game has created such a great mix of platforming and stealth like Sly has. The stealth part of the game gave the developer the ability to use some unique platforming abilities, and they took full advantage of that. In no other platformer can you walk and slide across thinA nearly perfect game and extremely addicting. It may be short, but this game is still just too good to not play. No game has created such a great mix of platforming and stealth like Sly has. The stealth part of the game gave the developer the ability to use some unique platforming abilities, and they took full advantage of that. In no other platformer can you walk and slide across thin wires or swing across gaps from hooks hanging overhead. An easy recommendation to anybody who likes video games of any kind.… Expand
  38. Underpants158
    Nov 14, 2014
    8
    What is this game?
    -You are a Raccoon thief with your turtle and hippo buddies and you gotta collect the pages of your family heirloom, a book named the Thievius Raccoonous, and you do this by beating the Fiendish Five. You go each of their lairs/bases and collect keys to open access to the boss battles.
    -It is an action platformer. Linear levels with some sneaking, some fighting, and    What is this game?
    -You are a Raccoon thief with your turtle and hippo buddies and you gotta collect the pages of your family heirloom, a book named the Thievius Raccoonous, and you do this by beating the Fiendish Five. You go each of their lairs/bases and collect keys to open access to the boss battles.
    -It is an action platformer. Linear levels with some sneaking, some fighting, and some platforming
    Pros:
    -Likable characters
    -Fun platforming
    -The right level of difficulty
    -Good Boss battles

    Cons:
    -Mediocre voice acting
    -The best part of the gameplay is by far the boss fights. I wish there was a bit more excitement in the stages leading up to it.

    Conclusion: If this is your type of game (by genre i mean) then there is no reason youshouldn't get this game. Given the date of this review I suggest you pick up the Sly Cooper Collection on the PS3. If you think you would like this game you will like this game. It does it well and it is a good launching point for a lovable mascot which unfortunately isn't a big part of gaming in this generation.    … Expand
  39. dlpictures
    Jul 2, 2014
    10
    SLY COOPER AND THE THEVIUS RACCOONUS REVIEW

    When I was little, I used to play the Sly Cooper games. 12 years have passed, now I have finally replayed through the first one. I thought that I wasn’t going to like this game as much as I used to because of no nostalgia goggles. I was wrong. I really enjoyed this game. The game play is very linear, but enticing that way. The story is    SLY COOPER AND THE THEVIUS RACCOONUS REVIEW

    When I was little, I used to play the Sly Cooper games. 12 years have passed, now I have finally replayed through the first one. I thought that I wasn’t going to like this game as much as I used to because of no nostalgia goggles. I was wrong. I really enjoyed this game. The game play is very linear, but enticing that way. The story is straightforward. The story is pretty much Kill Bill without outright murder. The core of the game is within three awesome characters: Sly, Bentley and Murray. The way the three characters play off each other in (not just this game) but all of the games is simply wonderful to watch.

    The villains, like most villains in Sly Cooper games, are over the top, mustache-twirling villains, and that is completely fine with me. All of the back stories are amusing to watch. The boss battles range from extremely hard (Mz. Ruby, Clockwerk) to very easy (Panda King). One portion of the game that kept me engaged throughout the game was getting the clues and unlocking the safes. The moves and techniques gotten were all useful throughout the game play. As of right now, I cannot think of any flaws. Some may say that the length of the campaign is a flaw, however, considering the amount of treasures and time challenges are in the game; the length reaches the standard amount. The game is definitely a classic and should be played by many for years to come.

    GRADE: Classic

    NUMERICAL GRADE: 10

    LETTER GRADE: A

    OVERALL OPINION: This is game is a classic that deserves to be played by as many people as possible.    … Expand
  40. TheAgentBrandon
    Feb 25, 2013
    10
    Super fun game and one of my favorite games of all time. I like the Sly series more than the Jak Ratchet series. I feel like it's much more underrated compared to those series. I highly recommend you get this game. It's a lot more different than the other 3, it's more of a platformer/collecting game while the others are sandbox games. It is better than Sly 3, if you liked the third youSuper fun game and one of my favorite games of all time. I like the Sly series more than the Jak Ratchet series. I feel like it's much more underrated compared to those series. I highly recommend you get this game. It's a lot more different than the other 3, it's more of a platformer/collecting game while the others are sandbox games. It is better than Sly 3, if you liked the third you should like this!… Expand
  41. UndiyingPickle
    Mar 27, 2013
    9
    Amazing level design, interesting but simple storyline and dynamic non repetitive gameplay deliver a beautiful experience that justifies the legend that sly cooper is to this date.
    The story is simple after the thievius raccoonus an old thief proffesional book from the sly family gets stealed in different parts is up to sly to recover the five different parts and rebuild the book, even if    Amazing level design, interesting but simple storyline and dynamic non repetitive gameplay deliver a beautiful experience that justifies the legend that sly cooper is to this date.
    The story is simple after the thievius raccoonus an old thief proffesional book from the sly family gets stealed in different parts is up to sly to recover the five different parts and rebuild the book, even if the story seems like just another revenge story it just never feels like such a cliche.
    As soon as you begin the game you will notice the smoothness of the controls and just how challenging the game is without being unfair.
    Each level has the same premise, recover keys, open doors, recover more keys and then open the door that leads to the boss. It sounds repetitive but it never gets old because each level and each section of it is just unique something that for a lot of games has always been a really though challenge to accomplish every single boss and every character in the game is just interesting the game fulfills that curiosity by explaining each of everyones history by beautiful full animated cutscenes, even if they are the bad guys they have a background story that you will have in your mind meanwhile your trying to get to them it just never gets old or repetitive and as i say before is impressive since the gameplay and the story are so simple.
    The only problem that i would have with this game is probably the final boss, even if the ending is so satisfying you just keep wondering who's this guy what makes this guy different from the other guys why is he so special this plot holes as some might call them never ruin the hole experience but they are definitely
    something that need to be said. In conclusion after playing this game you will get the praise that it receives and you will just fell in love with the series as i did, Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus deserves every single score and praise that gets as a franchise.    … Expand
  42. TheDarkKnight22
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    This is one of the best games of all time, the platforming is great, the stealth doesn't get in the way and this is one of the best ps2 games on the market. Sucker Punch nailed it here with the start to a great new series.
  43. FreedomFighters
    Jan 31, 2018
    10
    "Sly Cooper" was one of the biggest gaming series' of my childhood. A present from one of my dad's friends and also one of my first PlayStation 2 games, "Sly Cooper" captivated me during my childhood and went on to become of my favorite gaming series' of all time. In light of it's lack of sales and the improvements made by its successors, "Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus," the"Sly Cooper" was one of the biggest gaming series' of my childhood. A present from one of my dad's friends and also one of my first PlayStation 2 games, "Sly Cooper" captivated me during my childhood and went on to become of my favorite gaming series' of all time. In light of it's lack of sales and the improvements made by its successors, "Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus," the inaugural "Sly Cooper" game, still remains as one of my personal favorite PlayStation 2 games.
    With some outstanding platforming, a great storyline, lovable characters, an often humorous script with committed voice acting, fun thieving abilities and fantastic visuals that still hold up to this day, "Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus," has a lot going for it.
    If there is anything bad that I can say about it, the game itself is rather short, and even then, it makes up for that with plenty of replay value.
    Overall, "Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus" may not have sold much (1.21 million copies? Really?) and it might not have the same amount of general awareness that many of today's games get, but regardless, "Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus" is not only one of the most underrated games of all time, but it's easily one of the PlayStation 2's best games. If you haven't gotten to experience this gem, you're doing yourself a disservice. Do yourself a favor and play this fantastic game.
    Final rating: 10 out of 10 "Fantastic"    … Expand
  44. ghost-nappa56
    Aug 16, 2014
    6
    The platforming levels were really fun but the rest of the stages with a gimmick were a pain to control. The characters however are really funny. The platforming stages are actually too simple. Collecting the bottles to gain powers is pointless as all but 2 or 3 are pointless. So I think this is a rather mediocre game.
  45. G6In3D
    Jan 5, 2014
    9
    A couple days ago, I was attending to important business at my local library. Needless to say, that went well, because I'm awesome quite frankly. Anyways, before leaving, I began to browse the video game section of that same library (no, I'm serious, there's a video game section, ironically). The library currently has plenty of PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, and even Wii U games (despite the WiiA couple days ago, I was attending to important business at my local library. Needless to say, that went well, because I'm awesome quite frankly. Anyways, before leaving, I began to browse the video game section of that same library (no, I'm serious, there's a video game section, ironically). The library currently has plenty of PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, and even Wii U games (despite the Wii U being extremely recent console). I was looking aimlessly for awhile until I found something that caught my attention: the PS2 version of the first Sly Cooper game.
    Well, by now, many of you IGN users should have realized that I am a pretty big Nintendo fan. A lesser known fact about myself is that I actually started gaming on Playstation rather than Nintendo (so, literally the opposite of Colin Moriarty, hehe), specifically: the Playstation 2. Meh, at least home-console wise (the first video game system that I ever gamed on was the GameBoy Advance SP, literally minutes before I played the PS2, but that's a story for another time).
    Anyways, it is somewhat shameful that I admit that before I rented the Sly Cooper game, the only other Sony video game franchise that I had owned/played was Gran Turismo (the third one, to be specific).
    To be honest, I really enjoyed Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus, bro. I thought that the graphics looked great for its time, and they still seem to hold up in my opinion. I also believe that the cel-shaded graphics are a nice touch. The game seems pretty easy to get into for a primarily Nintendo gamer such as myself. Sucker Punch outdid themselves on this one bro, and for that, I applause them.
    As for story, well, it reminds me of Kill Bill. Before someone starts spamming that Kill Bill came after the release of this game, hear me out. The story states that a group of people came into his house one day, killed his family and stole his book (the Thievius Raccoonus). Now years later, he's going around the world in a minivan that he probably stole, and beating up all members of that same group to death until he gets his freakin' book back. Sound somewhat familar? Its even got the animated villain intros!
    Oh yeah, some critics claim that this game is too easy. Well a got a few words for yah, THEY ARE FREAKIN' LIARS!! Seriously, what? Sly Cooper dies every time he falls into the water, he dies when he gets hit by an enemy ONCE, and I'm not even going to talk about the freakin' minigames bro! Of course, it could be that I suck at it, but that isn't viable since I managed to eventually beat the game. In all seriousness though, the gameplay reminded me of Crash Bandicoot, one of the many video game franchises that I played during my childhood....Screw you Activision.
    Well bros, overall Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus really exceeded my original expectations, and I look to see if I can get a hold of its sequels. But remember the real lesson here, kids of the world: LIBRARIES ARE GOOD FOR YOU.    … Expand
  46. sonyfanloco
    Aug 8, 2014
    9
    es un buen juego con una buena aventura al igual que ratchet y clank y y jak y daxter su control la cámara y la jugabilidad muy buenas y los niveles buenos
  47. LatinCritic13
    Jul 15, 2020
    9
    Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus is exhilarating. No wonder why Sucker Punch delivered something truly amazing with the truly cunning Raccoon Thief that started it all on PS2.
  48. homer4president
    Nov 19, 2015
    7
    In my opinion, this Sly Cooper game is the weakest out of the 4. It does have a few frustrating moments, but it is addicting, and it is tempting to get all of the cool moves you can unlock by collecting clue bottles (think the crates from the Crash series, but them being scattered throughout the level, sometimes being hidden well).
  49. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 27, 2016
    9
    Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus is a platform stealth video game created by Sucker Punch and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Good Story and Characters
    + Great Plataform
    + Variety Gameplay
  50. Untitled94
    Nov 1, 2016
    8
    Great, yet short game. It's not the shortest game out there, but it was mostly only lengthy if you don't know what to do, or if you try to get 100%. There's also some not-so-good mini games here and there, but those are not around as much. The game overall is really great. While I'm usually not a fan of cel shaded graphics, in this game, it's excusable, because the game is good. GreatGreat, yet short game. It's not the shortest game out there, but it was mostly only lengthy if you don't know what to do, or if you try to get 100%. There's also some not-so-good mini games here and there, but those are not around as much. The game overall is really great. While I'm usually not a fan of cel shaded graphics, in this game, it's excusable, because the game is good. Great controls, cool unlockable powers, etc. This was a pretty good game to start with.… Expand
  51. Broyax
    Apr 11, 2017
    3
    Certes, il y a un peu d'infiltration ici et là mais ça reste un banal jeu de plate-forme avec des graphismes de dessin animé, un jeu de chiards en somme. Plutôt joli tout de même et toujours fluide. Dommage que la caméra soit inversée par défaut (quand on regarde à gauche, la caméra part à droite... et on peut pas y remédier dans les options !) La VF est excellente en tout cas. Trop niais,Certes, il y a un peu d'infiltration ici et là mais ça reste un banal jeu de plate-forme avec des graphismes de dessin animé, un jeu de chiards en somme. Plutôt joli tout de même et toujours fluide. Dommage que la caméra soit inversée par défaut (quand on regarde à gauche, la caméra part à droite... et on peut pas y remédier dans les options !) La VF est excellente en tout cas. Trop niais, trop neuneu au final, hélas.… Expand
  52. weskergamer
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    i love this game.is better than his antecesor. a great history and very funnies characters. but that is not all, also the game has a great jugabilty.in the market theres a little bit of game like this
  53. LalsakWolas
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    This is one of my favorite games of all time. It was my first PS2 game and I still have it, but it doesn't work anymore. I give it a 10/10 because it's an important part of my childhood and I love it.
  54. ItsAllOgre5
    Apr 19, 2018
    7
    A potentially great game crippled by a bunch of crappy minigames. The platforming is fun, but I always groaned whenever one of the godawful minigames showed up. It needed more focus.
  55. SuperKevin
    Apr 19, 2017
    9
    The first Sly Cooper game is very similar to Crash Bandicoot: Warped, but adds in stealth to make it feel different. The story is very good and the bosses are even better. The time trial challenges were in my opinion better done here than in Crash 3, because they are only in the basic platforming levels, and not in the mini-game ones. Overall I think this is the best Sly out of theThe first Sly Cooper game is very similar to Crash Bandicoot: Warped, but adds in stealth to make it feel different. The story is very good and the bosses are even better. The time trial challenges were in my opinion better done here than in Crash 3, because they are only in the basic platforming levels, and not in the mini-game ones. Overall I think this is the best Sly out of the original trilogy. The hub world is only there to get to the levels, unlike the sequels were they are bigger and slows down the gameplay. The powerups are also the most useful out of the three games. I think this game has aged really well and still has the most epic final boss in the franchise with the owl Clockwerk. SCORE: 9.2 / 10… Expand
  56. Tacticz
    May 22, 2017
    8
    Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus is a great platformer that is still a lot of fun to play today. I had a PS2 growing up, but never played these games. I’m finally playing PS2 games that I never got to play and this game suprised me because I ended up loving this game. The game still looks good and plays very well. I’d argue that because of the art style, this game has aged very well.Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus is a great platformer that is still a lot of fun to play today. I had a PS2 growing up, but never played these games. I’m finally playing PS2 games that I never got to play and this game suprised me because I ended up loving this game. The game still looks good and plays very well. I’d argue that because of the art style, this game has aged very well. If you love platformers and stealth, you need to give the first Sly Cooper game a chance.… Expand
  57. Alex_Pilgrim008
    May 16, 2020
    8
    This cel-shaded platformer is in the tradition of "Crash Bandicoot". It's great fun and has solid reply value, but it's too short and easy. Perfect for kids and adults who like old-school platform games. I would rate it with an 8.5 out of 10.
  58. aditya1101
    Oct 6, 2017
    8
    GREAT game and in my opinion it's one of the classic platformers of the PS2. It has a lot of different types of game play that are spread out enough to never get too boring. Plus, they did a great job of making most of the styles of game play feel really good, regardless of whether you're doing actual platforming or just sneaking around to pick pocket people on the street.
  59. AKthaBeast
    May 18, 2018
    8
    A solid game however it does get repetitive over awhile. Imho it comes third fiddle to both Jak and Ratchet....
  60. Dperks
    Mar 10, 2019
    7
    This games a fun little cartoony 3d platformed that suffers from some annoying mini games and character dialogue. And while the over all game doesn't hold up so well the base gameplay is still good time to be had.
  61. Mindurbidniss
    Dec 4, 2021
    3
    Didn't take long for this game to wear out it welcome. Floaty, inaccurate platforming doesn't lend itself well to a platformer. Missions try to increase diversity by having multiple playable characters, but aying as anyone other than Sly felt like a chore. Childish design mixed with adult level difficulty makes one wonder who this title was intended for. Slip this and go for Ratchet andDidn't take long for this game to wear out it welcome. Floaty, inaccurate platforming doesn't lend itself well to a platformer. Missions try to increase diversity by having multiple playable characters, but aying as anyone other than Sly felt like a chore. Childish design mixed with adult level difficulty makes one wonder who this title was intended for. Slip this and go for Ratchet and Clank a far superior franchise… Expand
  62. Hart3
    Dec 18, 2018
    0
    the 1st game in the sly series is much different than it's successors, but it was a huge step for 3d platforemers in the early 2000's. the game has good controls, and the enemies all have unique characteristics that make you understand why sly is on this journey! the game does have problems though, such as the awful boat levels. it's still a classic though, and it holds up against ratchetthe 1st game in the sly series is much different than it's successors, but it was a huge step for 3d platforemers in the early 2000's. the game has good controls, and the enemies all have unique characteristics that make you understand why sly is on this journey! the game does have problems though, such as the awful boat levels. it's still a classic though, and it holds up against ratchet and jak.… Expand
  63. annabell_enama
    Apr 3, 2019
    10
    the game has aged nicely and is pretty much as i remember as a child and while it might be the nostalgia goggles i think it is worth all the praise it gets
  64. Alucard18
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Just to be clear with some idiots here,

    The game is neither metal gear solide, neither splinter cell, it is not a completely (stealth) game, it is an easy platformer for kids just for fun, not for a big challenge, if you want a challenge, go and play dark souls and bloodborne , don't waste your time here, The game is great and they want it to be like this, not a hard game.
  65. Axxypie
    May 3, 2022
    8
    Fun gameplay, good animations, decent story and fire music. Also; It‘s actually not laughably easy! One of my favourite platformers! Aged like wine too. My only gripes are with the uselessness of most abilities and the underwhelming/annoying bossfights.
  66. MazdoTechno
    Nov 19, 2019
    7
    A great first entry into this classic PS2 series, Sly 1 establishes the world and characters that we would know and love for two more entries
    A very fun game
  67. Breizheart
    Dec 11, 2019
    7
    A very nice game with cool graphics and charming characters, mixing plat-form and stealth gameplay. The trip is a little bit short but you'll have good time with it.
  68. AbhinavDasiga
    Jul 25, 2020
    7
    A great plat-former which presents an overall splendid experience. Like playing a Saturday morning cartoon.
  69. Kuusnepa
    Oct 6, 2021
    8
    Sly 1 is very interesting game. This game has good controls but sometimes they feel weird ( Maybe because its old game.). Gameplay is good too but i think others than normal levels are sometimes very frustrating. I dont know if Im so bad player but I think game has some very hard levels (Like every level in Russia : ) Story is okay its not much but this game still has story which is prettySly 1 is very interesting game. This game has good controls but sometimes they feel weird ( Maybe because its old game.). Gameplay is good too but i think others than normal levels are sometimes very frustrating. I dont know if Im so bad player but I think game has some very hard levels (Like every level in Russia : ) Story is okay its not much but this game still has story which is pretty interesting but its not giving any omg feelings or sad moments just basic story. Music its good but it doesnt have any very memorable songs. Characters are great Sly, Bentley and Murray are good but I think that Bentley and Murray dont have any backstory in this game. I still think its amazing that every enemy has their own special story. I think this games level design is perfect. Every stage has its own thing and they have suitably variation in every stage. I think this game has just perfect lenght ( 7-8 hours I think). There are not very much bugs in this game and those didn't bother me. This games goals are to get those pages and defeat the bosses I think its very good goal in this game but again not anything super. And lastly no spoilers about this games ending but its funny and I think its perfect ending for game like this. So im giving 8 for this game. Got me interested about sly series I think i need to play Sly 2 now : ) I think that if you can you should give this game a try. Like if you have PS now. Thank you for reading!… Expand
  70. JamesDrawsThngs
    Aug 6, 2020
    8
    It feels like not too long ago every game company an their grandma wanted to create their own platforming mascot. While most faded into obscurity there were a select few that managed to break the mold and stand out, staying within the hearts of many gamers. Sly Cooper is one of those characters. His appealing design, coupled with his unique blend of stealth and platforming, helped toIt feels like not too long ago every game company an their grandma wanted to create their own platforming mascot. While most faded into obscurity there were a select few that managed to break the mold and stand out, staying within the hearts of many gamers. Sly Cooper is one of those characters. His appealing design, coupled with his unique blend of stealth and platforming, helped to making a lasting impression in people, myself included. I grew up with the series and have replayed the game dozens of times, and after nearly 20 years it still holds up exceptionally well.

    The plot is simple. Sly is a thief. He and his friends Bentley and Murray are off to different corners of the world to stop The Fiendish Five, a group of villains that not only murdered Sly's family, but also hold the pages of his ancestors' handbook The Thievius Raccoonus. The cutscenes that play out have aged pretty badly, not gonna lie. From the stilted animation to the weird lip syncing, it's pretty comical to look at nowadays. Thankfully, the voice acting is still pretty solid and the unique, all the characters are still thoroughly engrained within my memory and the graphical style still looks great to this day. The soundtrack, while not amazing, still has a few solid stand-outs.

    The game is a level-based 3D platformer combined with elements of stealth. You traverse through many varied areas and platforming challenges all while avoiding enemy detection. Your goal is to collect seven treasure keys to get to the boss. Getting caught doesn't always spell defeat, but Sly is incredibly fragile in this game. All it takes is one hit to put him down. However, you can collect up to too lucky charms to give you a couple of extra hit points (even works with water). You shouldn't worry too much about dying though as the game is remarkably easy. Even the bosses, while fun and memorable in their own right, are hardly an issue (save for maybe the final boss). Despite that, however, these levels are just plain fun to traverse through, partly because of how smooth Sly controls in this game. On the occasion, the game breaks up the platforming with different gameplay styles such as turret sequences defending a character, racing mini-games and timed challenges. While most of the challenges are a nice change of pace, the races, on the other hand, are terrible. It's two things: The controls for your van are too loose and the AI rubber bands like nobody's business. They are easily the worst parts of the game. Scattered throughout most levels are clue bottles. If you break every bottle in a level, you'll unlock a safe that will give you either a new move or passive upgrade like enemy information. These are not needed to complete the game, and most of them aren't too terribly useful to begin with.

    While I'll certainly say that the other two Sly games on the PS2 are better overall games, Sly 1 still has plenty of merit and is still fun to breeze through to this day. Definitely recommended for platforming enthusiasts and PS2 collectors alike.    … Expand
  71. Francisadventu
    Sep 12, 2020
    4
    este videojuego fue una decepción para mi aun no entiendo el por que este juego se considera mejor que Thives in time no me gusta jugabilidad demasiado repetitiva y frustrante jefes muy sosos y diseños malos para la epocá simplemente un juego regular demasiado sobre valorado
  72. Sly5
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sly cooper is truly amazing and a great franchise what a came for 2002 wow that's tough… Expand
  73. JoseManuel10_
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus is a stealth-action platforming video game created by Sucker Punch Productions and published by Sony.
  74. RedHops
    Feb 3, 2021
    9
    Sly Cooper and the thievius raccoonus is a platformer/stealth game, with a great and somewhat dark story. For being made in 2002, it still holds up well, because of the cartoony style of the game.
    The biggest thing the game has going on for it, is the story which revolves around Sly Cooper retrieving the stolen family book the "Thievius Raccoonus".
    The game has memorable villains,    Sly Cooper and the thievius raccoonus is a platformer/stealth game, with a great and somewhat dark story. For being made in 2002, it still holds up well, because of the cartoony style of the game.
    The biggest thing the game has going on for it, is the story which revolves around Sly Cooper retrieving the stolen family book the "Thievius Raccoonus".

    The game has memorable villains, where Clockwork in my opinion is one of the best of all time. Sly Cooper and the gang are all likeable, and a big part of what makes the game good is the relationship between them.
    Sly is a very well fleshed out character with a witty, cocky yet serious and grown personality. His encounters with the cop Carmelita Fox has always been delightful and fun.

    The reason the games does not get a ten is because it is much because of a handful of filler missions, and the fact that Murray and Bentley are not as active in the story as I would of hoped for. Gameplay wise it also falls behind its follow ups, although this is really just more a compliment on them, then an argument against Sly Cooper 1.

    In conclusion, the Combined story of all the Sly Cooper games (minus Sly 4) has great character development and a perfectly written story. And all in all I think this is a great beginning of one of Playstations and gaming in general strongest IP's.    … Expand
  75. FrostyWalsh
    Mar 14, 2021
    7
    Graphics, gameplay, story, and characters are all top-notch, one of my favorite games from my childhood. Every now and then there'll be a level so horrendously boring or dependent on chunky, unreliable controls that it becomes extremely frustrating (first level of the last area, for example) and it can be a tedious grind getting past those speedbumps to get at the actual good stuff aboutGraphics, gameplay, story, and characters are all top-notch, one of my favorite games from my childhood. Every now and then there'll be a level so horrendously boring or dependent on chunky, unreliable controls that it becomes extremely frustrating (first level of the last area, for example) and it can be a tedious grind getting past those speedbumps to get at the actual good stuff about the game. Still one of the slickest 3d platformers for the PS2, part of the trifecta of Sly, Jak, and Ratchet… Expand
  76. soulflame06
    Nov 12, 2021
    7
    Sly Cooper and the TheIvius Raccoonus is a fun game that holds up incredibly well even in 2021. The controls show their age but man, do I miss the days when I didn’t have to open a menu every 5 minutes when playing a game. The simplicity of shines in the way only old-school 3D platformers can. I’m honestly surprised at how a PS2 game can hold up in 2021 because of its’ art style. My onlySly Cooper and the TheIvius Raccoonus is a fun game that holds up incredibly well even in 2021. The controls show their age but man, do I miss the days when I didn’t have to open a menu every 5 minutes when playing a game. The simplicity of shines in the way only old-school 3D platformers can. I’m honestly surprised at how a PS2 game can hold up in 2021 because of its’ art style. My only complaint is the slightly loose controls. Besides that, the level design, the bosses and the variety in the mini-games still shine. The platforming is simple enough though the controls can make it awkward. An easy recommend and on to the sequel. Glad I didn’t skip this after missing it in my childhood. Final verdict: A smooth 7/10.… Expand
  77. Linkarinka
    Apr 26, 2023
    6
    Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus es el primero de esta gran saga de videojuegos y asenta muy bien las bases. Lo más destacable del título son sus tan bien diseñados niveles, ya que es un gran plataformero que, con toda la variedad de mecánicas de movimiento, hace una gran experiencia de juego. El sistema de combate, pese a no estar tan pulido como el de las siguientes entregas estáSly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus es el primero de esta gran saga de videojuegos y asenta muy bien las bases. Lo más destacable del título son sus tan bien diseñados niveles, ya que es un gran plataformero que, con toda la variedad de mecánicas de movimiento, hace una gran experiencia de juego. El sistema de combate, pese a no estar tan pulido como el de las siguientes entregas está bastante bien y tiene unas bossfights bien diseñadas y con buena dificultad.… Expand
  78. EvilPlayer
    Apr 25, 2022
    9
    Great game, great levels, good plot. It has some little issues, but come on, this is the first game in the series.
  79. Mellorates17
    Dec 2, 2021
    9
    Classic to me and a great way to start the series second favorite in the series.
  80. Mr_Nobody34
    Jan 14, 2022
    8
    Ratings for the time period it came out
    Story : 6
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 7
    Fun Factor : 7
    Environment interaction : 7
    Sound effects : 10
    Overall Immersion : 8
    There's no such thing as a perfect game
  81. RobDatCaveman
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Maybe its nostalgia but I think this is one of the greatest PS2 games, and sly should be the PlayStation mascot in my opinion.
  82. The_D4RknesS
    Feb 26, 2023
    8
    simple game for children that in the middle of 2002 had great physics!. who knew that ghost of tushima would be made by this same developer
  83. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    9
    A fantastic platformer with fantastic characters. Sly Cooper is a welcome addition to the PlayStation mascot family.
  84. mdh00
    Mar 13, 2023
    8
    Alright game that puts a very good foundation for the 2 sequel games on the ps2.
  85. Avey123Avey
    Mar 19, 2023
    5
    The game is one of the most charming PS2 platformers without contest. The presentation is great and there's many great touches that bring the world to life. Unfortunately the platforming itself is subpar. The game has the tightest/best platforming sections in the series but that's not saying much. The game is still a neat experience, but there's a lot of room for improvement
  86. diealegend
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    One of PlayStation’s greatest games of all time still till this day. I will never forget sly cooper.

Awards & Rankings

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#17 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#4 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#40 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. GameSpy
    91
    As polished a platformer as you'll find this year...Its sterling production values accentuate its smooth, sublime gameplay. Heck, even the mini-games are polished.
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  2. Gamer's Pulse
    96
    Represents everything good about gaming. Hands down, the best platform game of 2002.
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  3. PSM Magazine
    80
    From the impressive level designs to the brilliant cutscenes, this game delivers in all departments. I just wished that the experienced could have lasted a bit longer. [Dec 2002, p.36]
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