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inFamous from the 2009 Sucker Punch debut through Second Son and First Light (2014)—US release dates, Cole and Delsin story order, Festival of Blood FAQ, and where newcomers should start in 2026.

Updated August 2026

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Release order

When Sucker Punch and PlayStation shipped each inFamous chapter in the US—inFamous (2009) through First Light (2014). Festival of Blood is FAQ-only (standalone Halloween side story).

  • Full path → inFamous → inFamous 2 → Second Son → First Light (ship order)
  • Story-first → Cole games → First Light → Second Son
  • PS4-only → Second Son (+ First Light); Cole era needs PS3 or PS Plus classics where available
  • Festival of Blood → optional side story after inFamous 2
Story order tips

Two eras, one world: Cole MacGrath (inFamous → inFamous 2) → Abigail "Fetch" Walker (First Light) → Delsin Rowe (Second Son). First Light is set before Second Son even though it shipped later.

  • Cole path: inFamous → inFamous 2
  • Delsin era: First Light → Second Son (Fetch before Delsin)
  • Second Son is set years after inFamous 2—Cole path recommended first
  • On Story order, later entries may be hidden—reveal when ready or use Show all spoilers

Timeline

When each game was released. Click a game for platforms, dates, and where it fits in your playthrough.

Release order

  1. inFamous

    inFamous

    PS3ActionMainlineCole

    Cole MacGrath—Empire City, electricity, and karma.

    Overview
    Open-world parkour with electric powers and a Good/Evil karma split.
    In-game setting
    Franchise opener and start of Cole's saga.
    Should you play it?
    Series start—required before inFamous 2.
    Release date
    US PS3 May 26, 2009.
  2. inFamous 2

    inFamous 2

    PS3ActionMainlineCole

    Cole in New Marais—ice, fire allies, and a finale that reshapes the world.

    Overview
    Expanded powers, co-op elements, and a heavier Conduit stakes ending.
    In-game setting
    Direct sequel—play after inFamous.
    Should you play it?
    End of Cole's mainline path.
    Release date
    US PS3 June 7, 2011. Festival of Blood DLC followed—FAQ.
  3. inFamous Second Son

    inFamous Second Son

    PS4ActionMainlineDelsin

    Delsin Rowe in Seattle—years after Cole, new Conduit powers.

    Overview
    Smoke, neon, video, and concrete powers with DualShock 4 presentation.
    In-game setting
    New protagonist; set after inFamous 2. First Light is Fetch's prequel—FAQ / Story order.
    Should you play it?
    Main PS4-era entry; First Light ships later the same year.
    Release date
    US PS4 March 21, 2014.
  4. inFamous First Light

    inFamous First Light

    PS4ActionStand-aloneFetch

    Fetch's neon story—standalone expansion set before Second Son.

    Overview
    Focused neon combat campaign starring Abigail "Fetch" Walker.
    In-game setting
    Ships after Second Son; story is a prequel—see Story order.
    Should you play it?
    Optional but recommended before or after Second Son for Fetch's arc.
    Release date
    US PS4 August 26, 2014.

FAQ

Release vs story order, Cole vs Delsin eras, First Light, and Festival of Blood.

Release order

Release order is when each inFamous game launched in the US (2009–2014)—Second Son before First Light. Story order is Cole (inFamous → inFamous 2) → First Light → Second Son. Festival of Blood stays FAQ-only.

Recommended: inFamous → inFamous 2 → First Light → Second Son. If you only have a PS4/PS5 and want the modern entry, start with Second Son (add First Light for Fetch). Cole's games need PS3 or whatever classic catalog access you have.

Story & eras

First Light (2014) is a standalone expansion about Fetch, set roughly two years before Second Son. It shipped after Second Son. On Story order we place it before Second Son. Safe after Second Son too if you already finished Delsin's campaign.

Second Son is playable alone—new hero, new city. Playing inFamous → inFamous 2 first gives the Conduit world and the aftermath Second Son inherits. For the full franchise path, do Cole first.

DLC & side stories

Festival of Blood (2011) is a standalone Halloween Cole adventure with vampire rules—it is not required for the main path and sits outside strict canon for many players. Play after inFamous 2 if you want more Cole; this page keeps it FAQ-only.

Optional & related

More timelines

Other release-order and story-order guides on this site.