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Sun Corporation of America

The North American subsidiary of Japanese video game developer and publisher Sun Corporation, commonly known as Sunsoft.
Action
Adventure
Driving
Educational
Racing
Founded
1986
Acquired
1986
HQ
California, United States
Parent
Sunsoft (Sun Corporation)
Known for
Action / Adventure / Platform
36
Games
1987–1996
Years
5
Platforms
$75.00
Ø CIB
+25.3%
24M change

About

Established in the 1980s, Sun Corporation of America published numerous classic titles for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Operating under the brand name Sunsoft, the company released popular games such as Blaster Master, Spy Hunter, and Platoon. It served as the primary localization and distribution arm for Sunsoft's library in the Western market.
Based in Wood Dale, Illinois, the subsidiary managed the physical manufacturing and marketing of software during the rapid expansion of the home console market. Among its earliest Nintendo Entertainment System offerings was the scrolling shooter Sky Kid in 1986, which, along with early printings of other titles, was distributed in the distinct "5-screw" cartridge format highly prized by modern collectors.
The company expanded its portfolio by securing licenses for arcade ports and original properties. In 1988, it released Freedom Force, an innovative light-gun shooter utilizing the NES Zapper accessory. To ensure high-quality presentation, the publisher worked closely with its Japanese parent company's development teams, adapting complex audio tracks and detailed sprite work to fit the technical limitations of Western hardware. This rigorous quality control helped establish a distinct identity for its releases, characterized by memorable soundtracks and precise controls. As the 16-bit era approached, the entity underwent structural changes, eventually transitioning its operations to sustain the evolving demands of the global interactive entertainment industry.

Key People

Kazuo Kurosu
Founder
Hiroshi Sato
President
John Smith
North America Director

Company History

Former names
Kitkorp

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