Thief
Thi4f, Thief: Out of the Shadows
Release Date: February 25, 2014
Action, FPP, fantasy, stealth, FPS, RPG elements, action adventure, immersive sim, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, singleplayer
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Thief is a first-person perspective (FPP) stealth action game, being the fourth iteration of the adventures of the master thief, Garrett. The title was created by a developer team at Eidos Montreal, known, for example, for Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Action of Thief takes place in a fictional world featuring elements of Gothic, Victorian-era, and steampunk.
Last Update: April 3, 2014
Thief Game Guide
This unofficial guide for Thief includes, to a large extent, a very detailed walkthrough for all of the chapters of the single player mode.
November 28, 2016
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[2:46] Thief launch trailer
Metro GameCentral: 5 / 10 by Roger Hargreaves
Series fans may view it as a disaster but the problem is that Thief isn't even interesting enough to get angry about, despite the well hewn stealth gameplay.
Kotaku: by Kirk Hamilton
A shambling, mediocre mess.
Destructoid: 7.5 / 10 by Chris Carter
Thief is a great escape for those of you who yearn for more stealth experiences, but it doesn't really offer up anything exciting. The story and characters are somewhat forgettable, most of the missions are straightforward, and the locales tend to blend together after a while. Having said that, there's a lot of potential here if you dig deep down into the game's ingenious difficulty sliders and challenge modes. In that sense, Thief succeeds as a bold stealth game, despite its bruises.
The main pros of the game
- Atmospheric Design: Many users praised the game for its dark and immersive atmosphere, with excellent graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- Stealth Gameplay: The core stealth mechanics are well-received, with players appreciating the focus on sneaking and stealing rather than combat.
- Intricate Level Design: Some players enjoyed the complexity of the levels and the challenge of navigating the city's layout.
- Engaging Story: Although opinions vary, several users mentioned that the story is enjoyable and contains interesting lore.
- Variety of Gameplay Elements: Players appreciated the inclusion of mini-games, puzzles, and the ability to collect various items, which add depth to the gameplay.
The main cons of the game
- Confusing City Layout: Many reviews mentioned that the city is complicated and difficult to navigate, making it hard for players to know where to go or what to do next.
- Boss Fights: Several users found the boss fights frustrating, particularly because they can be difficult without the right ammunition and manual saving during these encounters is not allowed.
- Combat Mechanics: The combat system received criticism for feeling poorly implemented and unfulfilling, leading players to avoid fights altogether.
- Loading Screens: The segmented open-world design and frequent loading screens disrupt the gameplay experience for some players.
- Pacing Issues: Some reviews noted that the game can feel slow and tedious at times, particularly during certain actions like opening windows or chests.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Depth of Character Development: Users expressed a desire for more character depth and development, feeling that the characters felt somewhat flat or underdeveloped.
- More Historical Accuracy: Some players wished for a greater alignment with historical details in the game's setting and story.
- Enhanced Map Functionality: The map was criticized for not providing enough information, making it hard to track progress or find objectives.
- Improved Combat Options: There were calls for a more rewarding combat system, as the current implementation feels limited and unengaging.
Summary
- Overall, "Thief" seems to be a game that appeals to fans of stealth mechanics and atmospheric design but has notable flaws that some players find frustrating.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 5076 votes. 4188 players anticipated the game.
Thief Description
Thief for PC, PS4 and etc. is an action game that puts to operate out of the closet, and treats of the adventures of the title thief Garrett. It was developed by Eidos Montreal, a studio known for Deus Ex: Human Revolution. The developers of Thief were inspired by the previous games, developed by no longer existing Looking Glass and Ion Storm, but the newest one should be regarded as an attempt to reboot the whole series.
Story
In Thief the players go back to a universe which is a mix of Victorian period, magic, gothic, and steampunk. The protagonist of the series, a cunning thief, Garrett, returns after years of absence to the metropolis called the City, where a new order has arisen. The City is ruled by Baron, a cruel tyrant, who has in mind only his very own business. The population is plagued not only by his subordinates, the city guard, but also a mysterious plague. This situation got Garret interested for only one reason: growing chaos is an excellent opportunity to enrich oneself at the expense of others. It soon becomes clear that the legendary thief has been embroiled in a thicker intrigue, and ,once again, will have to choose one side in the conflict.
Gameplay
The newest Thief for PC, PS4 and etc. follows its predecessors’ footsteps and consists of fictionalized missions in which Garrett steals from the wealthy residents of the City, getting to know their innermost secrets while he is at it. The players can still perform tasks in various ways (e.g. use the main entrance, going through the sewers, jumping across rooftops), using a wide range of gadgets which consists of, among others, buzzwords, wire cutters, arrows with a rope, or a key to open the ventilation shafts. Despite the undoubted skills of fencing, the eponymous thief avoids an open confrontation and operates in hiding. He bypasses and eliminates guards using such gadgets as special darts (e.g. water to extinguish torches or noise-making ones to create distraction) or a club which immediately stuns the target. Additionally, he is in possession of claws which enable him to climb at selected level spots.
Thief for PC, PS4 and etc. brings a number of improvements that concerns mostly the behavior of the opponents. NPCs, including city guards, can now comb through a room in search of suspicious traffic and better understand the infrastructure of the levels. Garrett received the so-called focus which highlights elements that can be interacted with. This ability also allows to slow time down when pickpocketing, lockpicking, and also enables Garrett to perform special attacks during combat, one of which allows him to push an enemy back.
Technology
Thief for PC, PS4 and etc. uses Unreal Engine 3, which provides, inter alia, advanced and realistic lighting and shadows, richly detailed locations (in the course of his adventures, Garrett visits, among others, a local public house and a lunatic asylum built on an island), and detailed character models. Music appears only in the dynamic moments of gameplay (for example, on the run from pursuers) so the player can focus on listening to the environment (e.g. overhearing conversations that guards have may for prove useful in finding new secrets) and careful exercising of pre-planned activities.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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Game Series
Thief Series
A highly acclaimed series of first-person perspective (FPP) action games in which the player has the opportunity to take on the role of a thief. The series was created by the now-defunct Looking Glass studio, and its development is currently overseen by the Eidos Montreal development team.
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Thief Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
PlayStation 3
Xbox 360
Developer: Eidos Montreal / Nixxes Software (PC)
Publisher: Square Enix
Thief System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Core i7 3 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB (Geforce GTX 660 or better), 20 GB HDD, Windows Vista/7/8
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