Ape Escape / Saru Getchu

A flagship PlayStation series that helped define the brand’s early 3D platforming identity, famous for its inventive use of gadgets and the then-new dual analog controls. The core loop revolves around tracking down and capturing mischievous, personality-filled monkeys scattered across themed worlds, each requiring different tools and tactics. Its humour, quirky character designs, and variety of gadgets give it a playful, toybox-like feel, while spin-offs experimented with party games, racing, and even rhythm mechanics. All anchored by the same cheeky, lighthearted tone.