There's a new raccoon in town and his name is Sly Cooper: Professional Pilferer. Utilizing the training passed down through the generations, Sly is off to steal back his family's most prized heirloom -- the Thievius Raccoonus, a book of thieving knowledge. The quest begins when Sly comes of age and must track down pieces of the torn tome, which has been been divided among the five villian robbers who stole it. Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus features cartoon-like graphics and an emphasis on stealth. Sly can only take one direct hit before becoming road kill, so players must be very cautious about how they handle every situation. Avoiding searchlights, laser-fenced doorways, and angry security guards is just part of the job! Luckily, Sly has a few tricks of his own, like high-tech binoculars and a special cane that allows him to smash objects and reach high places.