Thief

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  1. apokalipto
    Aug 26, 2023
    8
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  2. okanil61
    Apr 21, 2023
    9
    Thief
    Geliştiriciler: Eidos-Montréal, Looking Glass Studios, Eidos Interactive, Ion Storm Inc., Feral Interactive, IOMO
    Oyunu 2. defa oynuyorum ve oldukça karanlık şehirde ve fazlasıyla gizli olunması gereken ve bu atmosferi oyuncuya hissettiren bir yapısı var. unutulup tekrar oynanacak bir oyun. Oynanış: 801/100 Efekt ve Atmosfer: 95/100 Hikaye: 70/100 Tekrar Oynama Durumu: 75/100    Thief
    Geliştiriciler: Eidos-Montréal, Looking Glass Studios, Eidos Interactive, Ion Storm Inc., Feral Interactive, IOMO
    Oyunu 2. defa oynuyorum ve oldukça karanlık şehirde ve fazlasıyla gizli olunması gereken ve bu atmosferi oyuncuya hissettiren bir yapısı var. unutulup tekrar oynanacak bir oyun.
    Oynanış: 801/100
    Efekt ve Atmosfer: 95/100
    Hikaye: 70/100
    Tekrar Oynama Durumu: 75/100
    Oynama Süresi: 30 Saat

    Thief
    Developers: Eidos-Montréal, Looking Glass Studios, Eidos Interactive, Ion Storm Inc., Feral Interactive, IOMO
    I'm playing the game for the 2nd time and it has a structure that makes the player feel this atmosphere in a very dark city where you have to be very secretive. it's a game to be forgotten and replayed.
    Gameplay: 801/100
    Effects and Atmosphere: 95/100
    Story: 70/100
    Replay Status: 75/100
    Play Time: 30 Hours

    Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)    … Expand
  3. Nick7000
    Mar 9, 2023
    8
    Стильно, модно, молодежно. Прекрасный стелс, интересная история. Обязательно пройду еще раз.
  4. battleTerror
    Aug 30, 2022
    8
    I really like this game. It suffers in a comparison to Dishonored but it's a well crafted game nevertheless with some well intentioned design ideas that don't quite pay off the way they should. The most noticeable shortcoming is the slightly clunky player movement that seems deliberately calibrated for console controllers and can make precision difficult. It certainly doesn't ruin theI really like this game. It suffers in a comparison to Dishonored but it's a well crafted game nevertheless with some well intentioned design ideas that don't quite pay off the way they should. The most noticeable shortcoming is the slightly clunky player movement that seems deliberately calibrated for console controllers and can make precision difficult. It certainly doesn't ruin the whole game though as it's dripping with atmosphere and has some very impressive graphics and environments to make it immersive. It's worth your time if you like stealth sims and have played Dishonored to death.… Expand
  5. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Some things were missed, some things were done beautifully. The ending left the impression that the story was not fully told. But as for a new player to this world, it was great for me.
  6. Tomicsavo
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    I really liked it. It was hard to get used to the FirstPerson view, but I liked the many side quests and other different options. What wasn't good is the free roam part. You could easily get lost on the map. It was pretty frustrating. I liked the story too, although it wasn’t a whole story.
  7. FrostormNidhegg
    Oct 31, 2019
    9
    Скучный пролог с беганьем по крыше с девахой. Но сама игра и выглядит и играется отлично, мне понравилась не меньше, чем Дисоноред первый. Всем советую, тем более на распродаже копейки стоит. Возьмите, если любите стелс и иммерсив симы, не разочаруетесьСкучный пролог с беганьем по крыше с девахой. Но сама игра и выглядит и играется отлично, мне понравилась не меньше, чем Дисоноред первый. Всем советую, тем более на распродаже копейки стоит. Возьмите, если любите стелс и иммерсив симы, не разочаруетесь
  8. Luka1998010
    Jul 20, 2018
    10
    The Thief series is one of my favorite stealth games.
    The 2014 installment is my personal favorite.
    +Great graphics (Unreal engine did a perfect job)
    +Story
    +Tools
    +Game mechanics
    +Lockpicking
    +Challenges
    +Playstyle score
    +Great setting
    +Open world
    There is only one very small con,i prefer opening doors manually instead of Garrett doing it.
    But its still a great game.
  9. rogerroger
    Jun 24, 2018
    8
    It's good game, but it's not good thief.
    It's brand is it's curse. Play it as a nameless game and you will have your fun. Play it as a next thief and you are going to feel bad.
    It's not thief [insert next number]. It's new game with new gameplay inspired by thief. Definitely more than actual user score (5.9).
  10. KARF4GEN
    May 10, 2018
    8
    Знаю за что ругают Вора и согласен с ними. Но мне понравилось, втащила игру атмосфера стимпанка и мрака.
  11. HerrElak
    Jan 31, 2017
    10
    I have to start by saying that i barely remember Thief : Deadly shadows, and i take it people often try to compare game play with that one. So i can say i went into this without expentations.
    Thief 4 is overall a good game. I LOVE stealth games, especially when it take place in a broken down, gloomy , 1800"s world. I love the atmosphere, i love that you have to stay hidden in order to    I have to start by saying that i barely remember Thief : Deadly shadows, and i take it people often try to compare game play with that one. So i can say i went into this without expentations.
    Thief 4 is overall a good game. I LOVE stealth games, especially when it take place in a broken down, gloomy , 1800"s world. I love the atmosphere, i love that you have to stay hidden in order to progress. Well, not HAVE to but it makes the game so much better and you arent a good fighter anyway. I also like the side quests, exploring and just go in whatever direction my nose points at to see what i might find.
    What could have been better is the map system, it can be very confusing sometimes. There are different levels on the map and combined with when entering a new area, it is confusing to say the least.
    As far as the story goes..Well it could have been better. Voice acting is not the best and who the fukk dropped all that cash all over the town? Things like that dosnt really matter to me. Its a fantasy world where nothing seem to make sens.
    And i love it.    … Expand
  12. korop
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    No cool factions, no hammerites, no pagans, burricks and lobstermen replaced with dogs and birds. It's not cool with kids if modern game doesn't have doge.
    Freeform climbing and rope arrow usage replaced by scripted dev-approved location movement only. Combat
  13. Flaming_Bass
    Mar 17, 2016
    10
    The way I see it, The games perfectly fine. Not once have I found a glitch, or an exploit, but I do know this: Whatever is stopping you from liking this game must be either 1:You just don't like the series, or even played it so it would look bad, or 2: You computer must be very slow, so it won't run very fast
  14. kenny2883
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    this is the worst game i've played , i play 15 min and this game don't have any reason to let me continue , i think tomb raider is more better than this game .
  15. Radikal
    Sep 19, 2014
    8
    This game has plenty to offer to both new players and old fans of the franchise. However; the game is best played on Master level regardless of your prior experience with the series. Master difficulty level actually forces you to play with the spirit and intent of the original Thief series. Stealth, loot, and no killing...after all; the mark of a good thief is nobody knowing you wereThis game has plenty to offer to both new players and old fans of the franchise. However; the game is best played on Master level regardless of your prior experience with the series. Master difficulty level actually forces you to play with the spirit and intent of the original Thief series. Stealth, loot, and no killing...after all; the mark of a good thief is nobody knowing you were there in the first place which makes killing irrelevant. If one approaches this game from a twitch/FPS playing perspective, they will most likely wind up disappointed; which is where I suspect many of the poor reviews come from. Thief is extremely enjoyable when played correctly.… Expand
  16. SaurabhMazumdar
    Aug 4, 2014
    8
    If you were a fan of Thief deadly shadows,you will definitely love this game. Thief is a dark game with good stealth elements.it had the potential to be a masterpiece as it was developed by Eidos Montreal,the developers who were responsible for getting Deus-Ex franchise out of ashes.
    The story of Thief leaves a lot to be desired. its does it job but never surprises you. gameplay is pretty    If you were a fan of Thief deadly shadows,you will definitely love this game. Thief is a dark game with good stealth elements.it had the potential to be a masterpiece as it was developed by Eidos Montreal,the developers who were responsible for getting Deus-Ex franchise out of ashes.
    The story of Thief leaves a lot to be desired. its does it job but never surprises you. gameplay is pretty good all i care is feeling like a Thief and it does that...thats enough for me.
    you get multiple ways to approach a mission but still somewhere it feels little linear compared to Deus-Ex Human Revolution..
    The enemy A.I is quite good infact excellent and very smart..
    apart from the main mission you got various side missions as Thief is a semi-open world where you can ignore the main mission and explore the city and steal or eves-drop or do some side missions for various characters.but the map system in this game is terrible so you may have problems getting used to it
    Graphically this game is good as it very well captures the look and the vision of the developers.
    The sound is good quite atmospheric but not as memorable as it was in Thief deadly shadows
    overall this game is good...maybe not as great as its predecessors but if you compare it to other games coming out,its definitely worth it.
    If you loved Deadly shadows ,pick this up,you wont regret it
    If you despised Deadly shadows,don't think you will love this one
    But if you want a good stealth game...you should definitely buy this !!    … Expand
  17. dsheik
    Jun 30, 2014
    9
    Well, after reading a lot of reviews I went ahead and bought Thief during Steams summer sale. I figured for $15.00 it wouldnt be that big a loss if the negative reviewers were correct. Well im on chapter 5 now and am really enjoying it. Its actually one of the more enjoyable games Ive purchased in recent memory.

    My gripes - Town is too linear. I would like a bit more openness and    Well, after reading a lot of reviews I went ahead and bought Thief during Steams summer sale. I figured for $15.00 it wouldnt be that big a loss if the negative reviewers were correct. Well im on chapter 5 now and am really enjoying it. Its actually one of the more enjoyable games Ive purchased in recent memory.

    My gripes - Town is too linear. I would like a bit more openness and the ability to travel across the town districts in an open world setting. Not a big fan of the loading screen moving between districts.
    Also while Garret has a decent arsenal, the use of much of it feels a bit too scripted and somewhat limited. for example Rope arrows are cool but I rarely find a "designated" place to use them. more of an open world could fix that.

    Other then that I really like it. I like slower paced strategy stealthy games like this anyway . Also I have never played the earlier Thief games so I didnt have any preconceived ideas of how I thought this game should be..    … Expand
  18. Domkex
    Jun 20, 2014
    8
    This game is quite not bad and interesting. It has interesting storyline, realistic gameplay (it even anger sometimes, because you want that everything eould work faster), dark noir atmosphere. But there is some thing that angers me and one of those things is beggining of the game, playing first chapters was very booring no intrigue only walkin around and taking things it quite angered meThis game is quite not bad and interesting. It has interesting storyline, realistic gameplay (it even anger sometimes, because you want that everything eould work faster), dark noir atmosphere. But there is some thing that angers me and one of those things is beggining of the game, playing first chapters was very booring no intrigue only walkin around and taking things it quite angered me and i think that most of the people deleted this game from their computer in these first chapters, but who didn't those found the real spirit of this game. So overall i rate it like that because the game was good and really quite interesting.… Expand
  19. andyjadams
    Jun 17, 2014
    8
    What a great game. Lots of fun and quite a bit to do. Don't go believing all the negative reviews. Games have to move on.

    I've played them all. I felt the third game lost it's way, but still great to play. This one is different. A lot of fun with a reasonable story. But I can't give it 10. I was hoping for a more open world. More freedom. Cons: Some major issues with the    What a great game. Lots of fun and quite a bit to do. Don't go believing all the negative reviews. Games have to move on.

    I've played them all. I felt the third game lost it's way, but still great to play. This one is different. A lot of fun with a reasonable story. But I can't give it 10. I was hoping for a more open world. More freedom.

    Cons: Some major issues with the climbing. What's with forcing the player to climb only certain object. That was a big mistake. The developers should really be looking a Dishonoured. Once you've played the competition this game feels like it is being held back. Trying to be something it is not allowed to be.

    But that is just me. I wanted more. Having said that it delivered in other areas and was good entertainment.    … Expand
  20. Zebeast
    Jun 17, 2014
    9
    This game is not for old thief fans. The level design is lackluster the sound design is off and there's a lack of good humour and a good story. But, for people like me who want to get into a true stealth game that looks down on combat, then this is for you.
    Im only giving it a 9 due to personal preferences its actually a 7
  21. Howdoyoupurr
    May 18, 2014
    8
    The single thing that stopped me from playing this game. Was the inability to goto the church mid mission to buy upgrades. If that was fixed I am sure many people would happily play this game over and over. THAT killed it soon as i ran into it in what should have been a open world game at least to get to buy upgrades. . That killed it for me. I am sure that same thing caused tons of peopleThe single thing that stopped me from playing this game. Was the inability to goto the church mid mission to buy upgrades. If that was fixed I am sure many people would happily play this game over and over. THAT killed it soon as i ran into it in what should have been a open world game at least to get to buy upgrades. . That killed it for me. I am sure that same thing caused tons of people to stop playing. If they fixed that I would happily finish the game.… Expand
  22. robzlol
    Apr 20, 2014
    10
    So this is the first Thief game that i have played so i cant really compare with the older ones but i really enjoy this game, i really like the fact that you can play through the game the way you like. Either by stealh or just completely wipe everything clean!!
  23. megaD
    Apr 11, 2014
    10
    Absolutely great atmosphere and fun game-play. The story pulls you in immediately and keeps evolving in a very engaging way. I didn't expect this game to the that steam punk'ish but it's a great addition to this medieval-like world. The graphics and sound in the game are absolutely awesome and since the game support the new AMD Mantle API I can run it on "Very High" with high frame ratesAbsolutely great atmosphere and fun game-play. The story pulls you in immediately and keeps evolving in a very engaging way. I didn't expect this game to the that steam punk'ish but it's a great addition to this medieval-like world. The graphics and sound in the game are absolutely awesome and since the game support the new AMD Mantle API I can run it on "Very High" with high frame rates on my AMD FX-6300/7870 system.… Expand
  24. DrZed
    Apr 9, 2014
    8
    There isn´t much to say. Game is good, I really enjoyed playing it. Gameplay and the way the game looks is good. I expected more, that´s true - but as is it with most of the reboots creators can´t make the game look as good as the previous one. Graphics are amazing, story is good but they really needed to put some more work into some details - There isn´t really any important roleplay inThere isn´t much to say. Game is good, I really enjoyed playing it. Gameplay and the way the game looks is good. I expected more, that´s true - but as is it with most of the reboots creators can´t make the game look as good as the previous one. Graphics are amazing, story is good but they really needed to put some more work into some details - There isn´t really any important roleplay in this game but after all it´s a good start for a new sequel. If you haven´t played the games before you will love this game. So even with some big mistakes done in development this game turned out awesome. I highly recommend it.… Expand
  25. robbie_333
    Apr 2, 2014
    9
    Underrated and loyal to the original series. Thief quickly immerses you in it's well polished world and before you know it your indulging in kleptomania at every turn scouring the scene for that familiar twinkle. This is a walk down memory lane for me and as victim to reminience I recently loaded up the old thiefs to hark back to the old days and found my memories were far more goldenUnderrated and loyal to the original series. Thief quickly immerses you in it's well polished world and before you know it your indulging in kleptomania at every turn scouring the scene for that familiar twinkle. This is a walk down memory lane for me and as victim to reminience I recently loaded up the old thiefs to hark back to the old days and found my memories were far more golden than the gameplay itself. Age has not been kind, graphically, to the old series. This new thief iteration captures the soul of the old series and injects some much needed modern nuiances such as the swoop ability. Yes the AI can be fickle but if searchers were as keen as reviewers seem to shout about there would be quite a few broken controllers. Gamers have plenty of options to keep them busy and feel the pinch of nostalgia. I'm happy with the outcome and would fully support Eidos continuing the series.… Expand
  26. padster
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    Love the re invention of the classic Thief. The prologue is an ok way to learn to play the game, but it really gets going once the game proper starts.
    So good to play a real sneak em up again, if the guards find you? they will kill you, it give real tension and makes the game. Far to many "sneaky" games are really just beat em ups in disguise. This isn't, trying to make it through an    Love the re invention of the classic Thief. The prologue is an ok way to learn to play the game, but it really gets going once the game proper starts.
    So good to play a real sneak em up again, if the guards find you? they will kill you, it give real tension and makes the game. Far to many "sneaky" games are really just beat em ups in disguise. This isn't, trying to make it through an entire level without any detections, amassing a small fortune in the process, solving the games main quests etc etc. Its just very well done. Love it.    … Expand
  27. honny51
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    I'm new to the series and i just loved it its atmospheric,awsomly looking perfect stealth game. It only stumbles a bit on A.I wich is not exactly smartest and loadings but i recommend it to new player and the old player **** about not beeing old thief go play old theif and shut up
  28. MaybeNo
    Mar 22, 2014
    10
    This was, literally, the BEST stealth game, thievery game, assassin game, it has moved to my top 5, top 3, actually it may be my favorite game ever. This is simply amazing. The atmosphere, the controls, everything is just amazing. I have not played any of the predecessors, but I will say, playing on Master Thief game-mode makes the AI extremely realistic. Keep in mind you are apparentlyThis was, literally, the BEST stealth game, thievery game, assassin game, it has moved to my top 5, top 3, actually it may be my favorite game ever. This is simply amazing. The atmosphere, the controls, everything is just amazing. I have not played any of the predecessors, but I will say, playing on Master Thief game-mode makes the AI extremely realistic. Keep in mind you are apparently the master shadow looking thief.… Expand
  29. Daerdor
    Mar 22, 2014
    10
    Excellent game, just like the original Thief games. Finally a 'true' stealth game, especially on the Master or custom difficulties you really have to play it pure stealth which is great compared to other 'wannabe' stealth games out there today. Together with Dishonored this is a true gem, definitely recommended!
  30. Razorfiend
    Mar 21, 2014
    10
    I played all the previous Thief and has long awaited this game. I´m happy to see a good story and nice smooth controls and very atmospheric.
    Pros:
    Great stealth system, excellent sandboxing (you can go nearly everywhere all the time only unlocking new areas through accepting missions and story) Massive amount of things to loot Mystic, and the Glyphs are there though I´d like so see    I played all the previous Thief and has long awaited this game. I´m happy to see a good story and nice smooth controls and very atmospheric.
    Pros:
    Great stealth system, excellent sandboxing (you can go nearly everywhere all the time only unlocking new areas through accepting missions and story)
    Massive amount of things to loot
    Mystic, and the Glyphs are there though I´d like so see more of the "old school"
    Great graphics and story.

    Cons:
    Clumsy close combat (pressing R makes an attack)
    Too short :)
    I´m unsure how to gather 30000 gold in the game to purchase the most expensive trinket.    … Expand
  31. REDPhantomPie
    Mar 20, 2014
    8
    Well, this game is awesome in a way but not really that awesome in another way. Firstly, the graphics, I admit it looked really really good but my laptop couldn't get it to high settings and most games now aren't really optimized for the PC so I can blame my laptop and the people who made this game. Secondly, the storyline, it was kinda confusing to me but maybe not to others, however IWell, this game is awesome in a way but not really that awesome in another way. Firstly, the graphics, I admit it looked really really good but my laptop couldn't get it to high settings and most games now aren't really optimized for the PC so I can blame my laptop and the people who made this game. Secondly, the storyline, it was kinda confusing to me but maybe not to others, however I feel like it was kinda boring, Third, the gameplay, it was great with the stealth and stuff but the guards can detect you easily even if they can't really see you. Picking locks, scanning your environments, thinking of a way to stealth through, etc are really cool but as I said it has flaws. I'm giving an 8 because it was awesome and not in another way. I would definitely recommend this game to anyone who have played Dishonored and liked it really much.… Expand
  32. beefcake124
    Mar 20, 2014
    9
    this game is awesome, idfk why people are rating it badly but thankfully I played it before reading reviews. This game is absolutely more rewarding and has much better and more likable characters than dishonored but its also a little bit scary for me hah. Graphics are awesome, I wish there was more sex, maybe a little bit less opening window animations, but otherwise the game has beenthis game is awesome, idfk why people are rating it badly but thankfully I played it before reading reviews. This game is absolutely more rewarding and has much better and more likable characters than dishonored but its also a little bit scary for me hah. Graphics are awesome, I wish there was more sex, maybe a little bit less opening window animations, but otherwise the game has been awesome in my opinion. I expected a crap cheap game cause I never heard of thief but was greatly surprised at how well this game is put together and I havnt encountered one glitch yet. I cant stop playing this game but hopefully I beat it before gta5 for pc or I will have to shelf it.… Expand
  33. SunTsu898
    Mar 19, 2014
    10
    I have played, been immersed with and enjoyed the Thief Franchise since the very first game in 1998, and I don't believe that this is a bad game at all. There are complaints about the linear nature of this particular game, but I don't believe it is much more so than the previous games. About the only thing I am a little disappointed with is the departure from the original concepts whichI have played, been immersed with and enjoyed the Thief Franchise since the very first game in 1998, and I don't believe that this is a bad game at all. There are complaints about the linear nature of this particular game, but I don't believe it is much more so than the previous games. About the only thing I am a little disappointed with is the departure from the original concepts which made the story so rich, such as the Hammers, Pagan and if this is a reboot, the Keepers, but on the other hand, the storyline was in my mind another good storyline in the mosaic which is the Thief series. What could make this game brilliant is a series of well done DLC missions, or the ability for players to craft their own missions.

    I also see why they changed the voice for Garrett and hearing Garrett panting when jumping from posts and climbing walls adds an authentic appeal to it, though I still in my heart of hearts, miss the cool voice of Stephen Russell.

    I really hope they continue with this franchise...    … Expand
  34. Spgsamuel
    Mar 19, 2014
    9
    ive had a really hard time finding good games to play over the past year. Having played thief 2 i knew the game would have potential. but the old game lacked any cunning, simply extinguishing flames with water arrows and avoiding line of sight with combat being almost certain death meant it quickly became a slog fest. This thief is pretty, there are loads of thief tools to play with. thereive had a really hard time finding good games to play over the past year. Having played thief 2 i knew the game would have potential. but the old game lacked any cunning, simply extinguishing flames with water arrows and avoiding line of sight with combat being almost certain death meant it quickly became a slog fest. This thief is pretty, there are loads of thief tools to play with. there is a skill tree for specializing your sneaky skills. There is a main quest and side quests, a fully explorable city and despite previous comments it huge, tons of secret locations that are a joy to discover. eg listening to conversations in houses and going to the place where they said they stashed the loot. The puzzles and fun to work out without ever cramping your fun. if you get bored you can fire blunt arrows into the faces of people without killing them, its quite satisfying.

    the people who dont enjoy this game obviously have no imagination at all. all it takes is to see something shiny you havent collected and figure out how to get it, when you get there you will find a secret location or mabey find a new route to a new area with new traps and new secrets the designers put lots of effort into the location and intrigue of exploration so everything you see and hear has clues to more loot as to allow you to be a real thief and explore a city if it took you, so technically the games is entirely a sandbox if you choose to apply insight.

    or you can ignore exploration and dash through the game, in which case i would think its pretty poop also, as its all combat and firing arrows whilst looking around with the focus button pressed. that is boring. people get way to excited about the games and forget they are supposed to play every bit of a game and not just try to finish it, sometimes that is the only way the games beauty starts to awaken,    … Expand
  35. LD9000
    Mar 17, 2014
    8
    What I did like the original thief games was the actual stealing - being able to go into people's houses and grab stuff, pickpocket passerbys, etc. But if I remember correctly, there hasn't really been that many opportunities to do so, as the games quickly devolved into crawling steampunk ruins and killing some robots. Forgive me, it has been years since I played those games.

    So the new    What I did like the original thief games was the actual stealing - being able to go into people's houses and grab stuff, pickpocket passerbys, etc. But if I remember correctly, there hasn't really been that many opportunities to do so, as the games quickly devolved into crawling steampunk ruins and killing some robots. Forgive me, it has been years since I played those games.

    So the new thief kinda delivered more of what I liked about the original games - the ability to explore the city at my own pace, loot houses, pickpocket, etc. I like the city design, it is rather complex with different levels from the sewers to streets to upper levels. Plenty of stuff to explore. I like this aspect of the game.

    After a while I discovered that the F - focus mode lets me see loot, interactive points, etc, and it kinda ruined a lot of freeform looting experience. The game degenerated into running around and mashing F. There's no reason to look at anything in the environment, unless it is glowing blue.

    Overall, I liked the game, it has decent voice acting, good localization into Russian, although I never had much hope in the story of thief games - I know that after a while it will turn into a steampunk dungeon crawl, and sure enough, chapters 3 and 4 were rather linear delving into ancient dungeons and towers.

    Many people mention terrible AI, and I have to agree, playing on the 2nd "Thief" difficulty, the AI seems deaf, dumb and blind - I can walk, shoot arrows 5 feet away from the enemy, and they will not hear me. I can stand 5 feet in front of an enemy in the shadows and they won't see me. I can knock out one of 2 patrolling guards, and the 2nd one will never wander where his buddy went.

    Overall, the game is good - graphics are fantastic, and performance is very good when running low settings on a 3 year old rig.    … Expand
  36. JohnR
    Mar 17, 2014
    9
    Thief delivers a challenge to those who play without assistance, and makes things easier for those who want that. It also delivers very good graphics, audio, acting, and story in what I consider to be a highly polished pc game. Thief is stealthy cool.
  37. kofelovr
    Mar 15, 2014
    9
    As a fan of the original series, it's not the same or even close. However, if you approach it as a completely new series there's a lot of enjoyment to be had in the game. I wish it was closer to the original, but times change sadly. There will never be another Balder's Gate series either, but I still try to enjoy the more modern RPG's for what they have to offer.
  38. jabbist
    Mar 13, 2014
    8
    I really liked this game. I think the game ran pretty smoothly for what it is and there are a few scary parts that were a little fun. The game gives you opportunities to solve ways around maps in different ways and I think that's important. The fighting sucked. If I had to drop this game in score, it has to be because the fighting is horrible (even though you shouldn't be in that manyI really liked this game. I think the game ran pretty smoothly for what it is and there are a few scary parts that were a little fun. The game gives you opportunities to solve ways around maps in different ways and I think that's important. The fighting sucked. If I had to drop this game in score, it has to be because the fighting is horrible (even though you shouldn't be in that many fights to begin with) and an explanation of adding focus abilities isn't there (but I may have also missed it if it popped up as some things tended to do). This is worth a play by all accounts, but not worth playing more after the story is done.… Expand
  39. Seanmcclureky
    Mar 12, 2014
    8
    This is the most truthful review you will read. I love stealth gaming and Thief feeds my needs. Granted it can be a little off balance sometimes in terms of AI, but it doesn't disappoint. There are funny moments and the story is actually quite good despite the complaints of internet argument specialists. If you like stealth games and you like Dishonored then you will love this.
  40. yewensf
    Mar 10, 2014
    9
    Great game. Love the graphics, atmosphere and sound. I'm looking forward to playing through again. Finding your way around takes a bit of getting used. It's another of the many challenges in this really enjoyable game.
  41. PittLord
    Mar 10, 2014
    9
    Thief is a game that demands much from the player. It's an uncompromising game built on the nearly extinct concept of a pure stealth game. That is what it is designed to be, that is what it delivers. Sure the excessive loading screens every few blocks in the city are annoying and the pace of the game, both in it's narrative and in it's gameplay is methodical to the point where it isThief is a game that demands much from the player. It's an uncompromising game built on the nearly extinct concept of a pure stealth game. That is what it is designed to be, that is what it delivers. Sure the excessive loading screens every few blocks in the city are annoying and the pace of the game, both in it's narrative and in it's gameplay is methodical to the point where it is nearly the polar opposite of a genre where Splinter Cell Conviction and Assassin's Creed are also marketed as stealth games.

    This is not to say that the game can't be tailored to fit one's desired concept of stealth; it is arguably the most customizable stealth game ever created, but it is a stealth game and nothing else. No action, no CoD in the middle ages...it's just a man, his bow, his blackjack, and a city full of things to steal. It's a visceral, tactile experience unlike anything else on the market.

    The story isn't that great, but it's incredibly atmospheric. It's a consistently dark experience, in both its underlying thematic elements and in it's appearance. The characters aren't especially unique, but they serve their purpose and fit well within the world that the game creates around you.

    Everyone who references "quick time events" is a lying piece of garbage who hasn't actually played the game. Period. Anyone who gives it a zero comes from those who came in with expectations that the game NEVER aspired to achieve. i will never understand how people can buy a game knowing what it is and then complain about what it isn't. It's like buying a Call of Duty game and complaining that doesn't have the elements of an RPG. This game is very clear in it's marketing. You're a thief who doesn't kill unless he has too and whose sole purpose is to steal stuff. This isn't a fighting game, this isn't an action game, it is an old school stealth game built around fundamentally sound, if not the most flashy mechanics.

    Thief is an uncompromising game that provides you with an environment, a skill set, and tons of things to steal and sets you free to do as you will. There are a few sections that are more linear than I would have liked, but far fewer than the trolls around here would have you believe. There is never a time where there is only one way to proceed.

    If you're up for a challenge and you go in knowing what you're buying, you will love this game. If you want a game that is more true to the term stealth than any release in recent memory then I encourage you to pick this up. You won't regret it.    … Expand
  42. Spacenakora
    Mar 10, 2014
    9
    There are some games which I think will divide gamers up, this is one of them. On the one hand, the atmosphere and level design is amazing (With me actually being immersed deep into one chapter and I have to say I was tense throughout). Gloomy, yes but then I think that's the point of the setting their trying to get across. The speed of the game is quicker paced but then, as a thief, IThere are some games which I think will divide gamers up, this is one of them. On the one hand, the atmosphere and level design is amazing (With me actually being immersed deep into one chapter and I have to say I was tense throughout). Gloomy, yes but then I think that's the point of the setting their trying to get across. The speed of the game is quicker paced but then, as a thief, I imagine it would be fairly quick paced to get in and out. Plus at times I was laughing from being a downright dirty magpie and stealing everything or I felt proud at myself for working out a vault combination. Which, is somewhat the point of this game. stealing.

    On the downside, there are some flaws. There were issues with the Audio balancing between voices and music that I noticed. The AI is a bit derpy at times as well as Garrett's movements but it wasn't anything that actually made me feel like my enjoyment was being ruined.

    So to sum it up:- It's immersive, enjoyable and definitely fun but it isn't without it's flaws and I'd definitely recommend trying it through before forming your opinion on it.    … Expand
  43. gyigyo2
    Mar 10, 2014
    9
    now i going to be straight and simple

    pros:optimized graphics!,ending,music,sounds,gameplay,garett

    cons:graphics engine old,story is weak all about ERIN,where is the story related thieving?,monsters? really? it was irritating pile of ****.
  44. Ruston
    Mar 9, 2014
    10
    It's hard to say what I feel when I'm playing Thief. This game is amazing ..
    I am a little shocked when I see Metacritic and user's score, but any of us can have own opinion.
    In my opinion, new "Thief" deserves for 10/10 ! Game is so atmospheric, main and side quests are really interesting and exploring the city .. I must say I forgot about my real life. I was sure I am in other world,    It's hard to say what I feel when I'm playing Thief. This game is amazing ..
    I am a little shocked when I see Metacritic and user's score, but any of us can have own opinion.
    In my opinion, new "Thief" deserves for 10/10 !
    Game is so atmospheric, main and side quests are really interesting and exploring the city .. I must say I forgot about my real life. I was sure I am in other world, in Garrett's world. It's a big suprise for me because I had a mixed feelings about this game, but when it came out, I was sure I am gonna spend 100 hours playing new "Thief". That's truth.
    If you really need good stealth game, you must buy and play this game, you won't be dissapointed. Don't look at low ratings and give this game a chance..
    BTW. Please don't look at old "Thief" games, it's the past and it's over, we have a "new times" in gaming. This game is really good and I don't see any serious problems .. That's all from me.    … Expand
  45. intruder313
    Mar 8, 2014
    10
    It's not perfect but I could not give the 9.5 I wanted to so a 10 it is.

    Absolutely loved it and invested 45 hours in completing it the first time over and still missed half the loot/collectibles.
  46. Cynyk
    Mar 8, 2014
    8
    Gameplay-wise the game feels pretty solid, if not terribly difficult (on Master difficulty). My only major gripe is a tendency for the movement to go glitchy on occassion, which you get used to (use x to drop down instead of the swoop key!).

    The environmental exploration aspect is phenomenal and carefully, even lovingly, crafted. I've spent 12 hours in the game and 7 of those have been    Gameplay-wise the game feels pretty solid, if not terribly difficult (on Master difficulty). My only major gripe is a tendency for the movement to go glitchy on occassion, which you get used to (use x to drop down instead of the swoop key!).

    The environmental exploration aspect is phenomenal and carefully, even lovingly, crafted. I've spent 12 hours in the game and 7 of those have been in "The City", the sprawling open hub world. And I've only found roughly half the loot within it (+only 1/3rd of the unique items). Several times I'd be shown something through a window, and then have to figure out how to get to it. I'd backtrack and find routes, switches, and pickups I'd totally missed despite believing I'd been thorough. Reminded me of the HL series in the way it handles exploration, puzzles, and secrets.

    Speaking of secrets, Thief feels like a game built around them which, as an explorer type gamer, gives me great joy. Little things like closing the door you opened to enter a room to find some coins behind the door abound. And, I don't want to give any puzzle solutions away so I won't go into detail on this one, but the designers are constantly toying with the game's mechanics in cute and interesting ways.

    Unfortunately, the main story is driven by stereotypical characters and standard "video game relationships". It's a shame because there's so much potential with how engaging on the surface this beautifully dark world is. Gotta admit though, the "side banter" almost makes up for it. Here's a good example: A boss bad guy, finding a ring he was looking for INSIDE a corpse, in standard cartoon villain fashion kills one of his goons for "failing" in this task. But after this cutscene and the boss' exit, a surviving goon argues how he didn't lose the bet because it was for the next time the boss BEAT one of 'em, not KILLED 'em. And shortly thereafter questions whether they should be checking for ****rings. I'll just say the ensuing minute of dialogue is quite humorous.

    I'm getting the vibe Thief is a game where the side content is better than the main game which is more standard par-the-course. I AM only 3 hours through the main story despite 12 hours of play, so that perhaps could be why I feel this way. :P

    All in all, despite some minor shortcomings and a love-it-or-hate-it familiar "mainstream" direction, the game has kept me captivated and wanting to get back to it for these first 12 hours.    … Expand
  47. ArdentSlacker
    Mar 7, 2014
    8
    I have played every Thief game. This one is the worst... of a very fine lineage. It does some things quite differently. But the core gameplay is finding routes and timing that get you through your quest to loot a deep and very troubled world. Exploration with risks.

    I find weird complaints when people talk about the game. "There's no JUMPING"... well... there's no missing a jump. Unless    I have played every Thief game. This one is the worst... of a very fine lineage. It does some things quite differently. But the core gameplay is finding routes and timing that get you through your quest to loot a deep and very troubled world. Exploration with risks.

    I find weird complaints when people talk about the game. "There's no JUMPING"... well... there's no missing a jump. Unless it's one of the rare ones that requires a run-up. The game tells you if you're able to jump to the ledge you're facing, and you hit the button to go there. It's not a platformer, and that's fine. 90% of the time, in the original trilogy, you were just mantling up onto things. Actually jumping mostly just got you noticed, quickly.

    There's a chase sequence... that doesn't actually mean you were noticed by anyone. It's bookended by cutscenes, and mostly serves to get you from one area to the next in a sort of mad dash action sequence. I wasn't fond of it, but mostly because it's so alien to the way the rest of the game is played. Then I figured out there wasn't any loot in it, and the goal was to get it over with ASAP... so it wasn't too bad then.

    I felt like a lot of the tools at my disposal were incredibly pointless. Choke arrows, mostly. It's a ranged blast of pepper spray and it ticks off the recipient. That's not horribly valuable for any playstyle I'm aware of. The flashbangs were a little more useful, similar to their anti-zombie use in the old games. But not aimable. Then again, you can't blind yourself with them, so... it's a tradeoff.

    Two boss fights in the game. One clearly built to be fought. The other clearly built to be stealthed. No real complaints about either, to be honest. Although the first would be... ludicrously difficult to be pacifist in. It's also possible to one-shot the enemy. So some tactics work better than others depending on the situation.

    One really interesting thing included... is a leaderboard for extra difficulty settings. Purely meta bragging rights, but I think that's what technology is for. You can choose customized difficulty settings to force you to play the game the way you want. I suspect some of them are technically impossible when taken together. The amazing thing to me is... you don't have to play the game through once to unlock it. It's just there.

    End of the day... according to steam, I spent about 57 hours on it. I've replayed a few levels I quite enjoyed. And if my #1 complaint is that it's not long enough... and it's clearly kept me engrossed for that long? That's quite good. I would be quite happy to play a sequel of this. Perhaps with larger playgrounds between plot-related choke points and one-way passages. One can hope.    … Expand
  48. Timeraider
    Mar 7, 2014
    10
    Alot of these people have no idea what they are talking about. This is NOT a full copy of previous THiefgames, but people seem to focus on that part. It is a reboot, it feels nice and open world, the graphics are great and the story actually is not bad.
    Ive sincerly enjoyed this game and i hope everyone tries it out before relying on these biased reviews.
    "Levels that you cannot ghost    Alot of these people have no idea what they are talking about. This is NOT a full copy of previous THiefgames, but people seem to focus on that part. It is a reboot, it feels nice and open world, the graphics are great and the story actually is not bad.
    Ive sincerly enjoyed this game and i hope everyone tries it out before relying on these biased reviews.

    "Levels that you cannot ghost since the developers appearently have not game tested each level for ghosting." .. wrong, this guy apparently sucks at the game as it is possible.

    "Technical problems " well.. none on my side

    "The open world to explore is an utter joke (or an outright lie)." i can go where i want and run around the world without even starting a quest so.. guess what.. WRONG

    I absolutely HATE people being **** retard around a reboot, thinking its the same as a sequel and then compare seriously everything to the older games. As much as i like the older Thiefs, i do like the gameplay of Thief 2014 to and though its not perfect and there are problems correctly pointed out but there are so much half-assed non-factual arguments here    … Expand
  49. 870621345
    Mar 6, 2014
    10
    Really fun game, I think a lot of people set their expectations far too high. While their are some issues, not being able to jump I find annoying, its still a very fun game and looks great on a decent PC. Dishonored fans will enjoy. I played the original and while there's been some changes it feels very much a Thief game to me. People need to take off their rose coloured glasses whenReally fun game, I think a lot of people set their expectations far too high. While their are some issues, not being able to jump I find annoying, its still a very fun game and looks great on a decent PC. Dishonored fans will enjoy. I played the original and while there's been some changes it feels very much a Thief game to me. People need to take off their rose coloured glasses when remembering the original… Expand
  50. FakeEren
    Mar 5, 2014
    8
    Overall, this is a very enjoyable stealth game when played as such. A lot of the reviews I've read seem to be complaining about the combat. I think maybe they bought this game excepting it to play exactly like Dishonored, where combat is actually a viable way of dealing with enemies if you aren't into stealth. But you are not Corvo, the trained guard of the Empress, you are Garrett, masterOverall, this is a very enjoyable stealth game when played as such. A lot of the reviews I've read seem to be complaining about the combat. I think maybe they bought this game excepting it to play exactly like Dishonored, where combat is actually a viable way of dealing with enemies if you aren't into stealth. But you are not Corvo, the trained guard of the Empress, you are Garrett, master of the shadows! I feel like the people who bought this game and slaughtered their way through it weren't really looking for a stealth game to play.

    The only thing about this game I didn't enjoy was the story, which was pretty horrible. Not to mention it completely removes classic Thief lore elements like the Hammerites and Pagans. The closest you'll get is a very old and abandoned Keeper library (not even identified as such in the game), and some optional collectables. The world also felt like it lost a lot of it's 'magic' with this installment. You definitely won't run into any shamans or clerics ready to hurl a magic bolt at you. This was the most disappointing thing for me because I loved the fantasy in the original Thief games.

    However, as far as gameplay goes, I loved this game, and I honestly don't understand the people calling it easy. Clearly, they did not play on master difficulty while trying to get all collectables/loot. I personally like to take it a step further and remain completely undetected throughout the entire game as well. Please, try stealing all the loot in the room while your enemy fires wildly around you, as well as the loot off his person, using no power ups, without him detecting you once. This game is as hard as you want it to be, and I'm personally going to play through again with the difficulty increased even higher (no knockouts, in addition to no kills). I will admit I wussed out and killed the Freaks in the Moira level, ruining a completely 'no kill' game, even though the master difficulty allowed their death.

    I also don't remember the enemy AI being as bad as some reviewers are making it out to be. It felt more responsive than in any other Thief game I have played, and I liked the different levels of alertness guards could experience. To use an example, I remember in Thief 1 I was able to stand almost directly in front of a guard's face, within inches of him, but because my light crystal remained dark he failed to detect me. This is no longer the case in Thief 4, where an enemy can still spot you if he happens to patrol up behind you, or too close to the corner you're hiding in, even if you are concealed in shadow. However, the NPCs in Thief 4 do seem to respond less to environmental changes. They will notice if you open a door or put out a torch they are standing next to, but will not if you wait until they've walked away a bit, even if they patrol back to the area. Disappointingly, they also do not seem to notice when you've stolen something off a nearby table or pickpocketed them.

    Now, onto the maps.

    The City can get a little repetitive after a while, but once you learn all the short cuts it's not so bad, and there are a lot of different ways you can navigate the map, and of course A LOT of secrets and loot to find. There were a couple side missions I struggled to complete simply because I hadn't discovered the proper way into the building. It seems like this was annoying for some people, but for me I liked that I had to explore a bit before I could complete an otherwise easy objective. My only beef with the City was the way the audio seemed to bug out and repeat itself endlessly until you moved out of range of the conversation. Could get majorly annoying after the 50th "PRAISE ORION" while trying to scope out the surrounding area.

    Missions maps are smaller than they were in previous games, or at least feel smaller, but still fun to explore. Like the City, there are multiple ways to go about exploring, with loot and secret areas to find aplenty. I only 100% looted one map, and that was the first one, but I plan to go back and 100% them all (you can actually replay all missions from the City if you don't want to start a new game). However, the biggest flaw with levels are the way they are set up. While there is a lot to explore, if you advance the chapter's story too much, you run the risk of cutting yourself off from the rest of the level and all the loot you haven't picked up yet. The only way to go back is to restart the chapter, as there is no backtracking once you reach certain points. This can make missions feel a bit linear, but it wasn't game breaking for me personally, especially since you can replay all chapters so easily.

    In conclusion, Thief 4 is a decent game with a bad reputation. If you go into it expecting an exact replica of the original Thief games, then you're going to be very disappointed. However, keep an open mind and you might just find something you enjoy.    … Expand
  51. Reave
    Mar 5, 2014
    9
    Great game! I don't know why people hate it so much. Great graphics, gameplay and soundtrack. If you like stealth games, this game is for you! Many people talk about freezes, lags and etc. I haven't got it. The game is flying. About atmosphere - this game has a great, strong atmosphere. Graphics are really cool, I think this is one of the best graphics in this year. But I have only oneGreat game! I don't know why people hate it so much. Great graphics, gameplay and soundtrack. If you like stealth games, this game is for you! Many people talk about freezes, lags and etc. I haven't got it. The game is flying. About atmosphere - this game has a great, strong atmosphere. Graphics are really cool, I think this is one of the best graphics in this year. But I have only one minus - very little locations. I thought it would be 3x bigger. And, of course, stupid ai, that can't see you in 4 steps.… Expand
  52. MevriS
    Mar 5, 2014
    8
    First thing said: I really hate to give a game any rating whatsoever because numbers mostly are totally arbitrary and reviews are never totally objective.
    So here is my absolute subjective critics: I like the game and the fact that it got the same metascore as Call of Duty: Ghosts just boggles my mind as even months after release Ghost is simply unplayable on the PC for a lot of people    First thing said: I really hate to give a game any rating whatsoever because numbers mostly are totally arbitrary and reviews are never totally objective.
    So here is my absolute subjective critics: I like the game and the fact that it got the same metascore as Call of Duty: Ghosts just boggles my mind as even months after release Ghost is simply unplayable on the PC for a lot of people including me.
    Thief on the other hand is fully playable with admittingly some bugs in sound design and movement system here and there but the amount of control given to the player over his personal game experience is just awesome, especially when it comes to game difficulty. I don't get it why most reviewers seem to totally ignore that as personally I can't name a single modern AAA title that gives you the customizabilty Thief gives you.
    Are you unhappy with the focus mechanics? Fine: just cut them out of the game entirely. Combat too easy? Fine: adjust it so that Garret dies after a single hit or even make you lose as soon as you are spotted.
    There is only one major negative that they won't be able to fix with patches I fear. The level design. I played the original games back then and I have to admit that most of the levels are too small. Especially the side missions. The main missions on the other hand, while still too small, generally offer you 3 different types to approach them. Usually there is the direct way which almost certainly means you will be discorvered more than once and have to fight your way out. If you play it that way, It's your own fault. The devs made the combat mechanics as clunky as they are for a reason: Garret is not supposed to be good at melee combat - he is a thief, not an assassin. It's not Dishonored after all. It's still nice that they let you have that choice but thankfully in most missions there are at leat two if not more different ways. You can ghost yourself through if you want - it's totally possible but usually that means you'll miss a lot of shineys on the way or you can knock out basically everyone around and use the environment to your advantage to split groups of guards to take them out seperatly. Based on the difficulty you set at the beginning this can get very challenging, especially when there are civilians around.
    Basically you can play Thief pretty much the way you want to play it but it definitely rewards a stealthy and thoughtful approach. If you are not a patient person than this game can be very frustrating. Even the open world being less open than for example in Deadly Shadows where you got that climbing gear at some point, I pretty much appreciate as it makes the open world more challenging to get around. And as the main story progresses new areas of The City become available while the parts that became familiar to this point slightly change. Suddenly there are guards where there weren't any before or their pathes and behavior changed slightly. It keeps navigating The City challenging.
    So far to mechanics and game design bu what about story? Is it any good? Well that's rather subjective. I don't think it is a bad story. It has some rather unexpected twists here and there and, in my opinion, becomes more and more interesting the further you get. And, as in the previous titles it is packed full with hidden lore in terms of letters and segments of books. Animations and voice acting is really good but as I mentioned earlier the sound design is a bit buggy at times. In cutscenes voices often are too quiet while at other times there are voices appearing out of nowhere at incredible high levels that they make you jump as they appear to be right next to you (usually when you are concentrated on sneaking around).
    Visuals on the other hand are quite good overall. At least in the PC version. Only textures are disturbing me as they appear to be rather low res in some places.

    That all said: It's a solid stealth game with some issues that I find primarily originated in the console versions. Almost everything about this game could have been better if they decided to make it PC only especially when it comes to the mission and level scale as consoles hugely limit developers in that regard    … Expand
  53. Dsgrtld_Prgntr
    Mar 5, 2014
    9
    I don't get the hate. I already have 20 hours of play, been exploring every nook and cranny of the game and it's been an amazing experience. Yes, it borrows heavily from dishonored (which I love, have more than 70 hours played) but how is this a bad thing? The game is great, it has a few flaws just like every other game. This is clearly not a sequel, it's a reboot, one that takes a lot ofI don't get the hate. I already have 20 hours of play, been exploring every nook and cranny of the game and it's been an amazing experience. Yes, it borrows heavily from dishonored (which I love, have more than 70 hours played) but how is this a bad thing? The game is great, it has a few flaws just like every other game. This is clearly not a sequel, it's a reboot, one that takes a lot of elements of an excellent game and makes something of it's own.

    The game is amazing, as a stealth nut, it really catered to me with mastery. The game is certainly not short, I don't see half the bugs that are being listed, and it is as linear as you want it to be (there are tons of optional stuff to do).

    Perhaps I don't get this because this is the first thief I played? I don't know. What I know is that this is an awesome game, I'm really, really glad I bought it. Congratulation Square and Eidos-Montreal!    … Expand
  54. MrTim165
    Mar 5, 2014
    8
    I think the game is great. It certainly has it's issues, but none of them really break the games experience to me.

    It has some technical issues. The AI is a little bit broken. Everyone seems to be complaining about how bad the AI is, I haven't had to many issues with it. A guard got stuck on a door once or twice but it wasn't gamebreaking. Also, some of the voice acting isn't properly    I think the game is great. It certainly has it's issues, but none of them really break the games experience to me.

    It has some technical issues. The AI is a little bit broken. Everyone seems to be complaining about how bad the AI is, I haven't had to many issues with it. A guard got stuck on a door once or twice but it wasn't gamebreaking. Also, some of the voice acting isn't properly normalized, which is annoying but again, not gamebreaking.

    The stealth in this game is really well flushed out. It's satisfying to sneak around the place and there are some really good mechanics. Like the light/dark indicator or the swoop ability.

    I also thought the atmosphere was really nice. The fog looks amazing and the detail in the world is astonishing. The game just oozes atmosphere with it's dark and gloomy graphics style.

    The game seems to have a fairly bad reputation due to average and even negative reviews. I don't really know why this is. I mean, surely there are some people that dislike it because it's nothing like the original Thief or they were expecting things like the weapon variety Dishonored had.

    Which brings me to a point which annoyed me the most, stop comparing this to Dishonored. The two are completely different games. In some way similar but mostly not. Like combat. This is well done in Dishonored but not in Thief. Eidos deliberately didn't make the combat interesting since Thief is a game that focuses on stealth, that means there should be no to minimal combat involved.

    All in all, Thief is an enjoyable experience. It has it's problems, but none of them are gamebreaking and almost all of them are forgivable when you look at how good the rest of the game is. Like the atmosphere and stealth.    … Expand
  55. shinozn
    Mar 5, 2014
    10
    Some people without any culture in games may think that this Thief was a Dishonored rip off, but Thief series where created years before Dishonored, and others may say "this game has bed level design and bed story" i tell one thing to those people, do fanboys even wipe their a$$es alone anymore? for me the level design was amazing, each level with it's own charm and complexity and with farSome people without any culture in games may think that this Thief was a Dishonored rip off, but Thief series where created years before Dishonored, and others may say "this game has bed level design and bed story" i tell one thing to those people, do fanboys even wipe their a$$es alone anymore? for me the level design was amazing, each level with it's own charm and complexity and with far more than one way in, the story is on the lvl that i would expect a Thief game to be. The AI is smart, making it hard for even the new players of FPS games playing in the easy dificulty, the controls are fair, if you want to slowly go up a fence you need or to be walking/running, and if you want to slide on the fence you need to be fast running/dashing, the only thing i found a problem was with the rope, where you need to let the animation of the rope stop to go up on it, but getting that out, the rest is fine, if you have a bad coordination it's your fault my friend, not the game control.

    People keep wanting to qualify a game by it's 9 years old predecessor, just play the game without any expectation and you will see how much better it is, cuz until now all i have seen in these reviews are people who got the game with and expectation of the game being bad, and them they just play the game to look for every bit of bad stuff that pops out, and some times considering things that are good as a bed thing, at least i was not bored like in "Castlevania Lord of Shadows 2" that was repetitive as hell and the only thing that saved it was the cutscenes and the boss battles.    … Expand
  56. S0v13t
    Mar 4, 2014
    8
    Very good stealth game the story is nothing special but the game play is fantastic. This is a must have for any fan of the series my only complaint is the linear-ness
  57. AllHopeIsLost
    Mar 4, 2014
    8
    Never played a Thief game before first impressions is that the game is a little empty but in the missions on master does make you sneak around to pick safes that can be right by sleeping guards. Overall I don't think it is a bad game I have played worse. Worth picking up and giving it a play through at some point.
  58. Ryha2000
    Mar 4, 2014
    10
    Ok, this is another case of ridiculously low user reviews skewing the rating of a game... I think that the same is true for the professional reviews actually, Does this game a perfect 100% review? Probably not... but anything less than an 80% is just trolling because the game does not live up to your nostalgia tinted memory or the first games.

    Seriously, load them up and play... they    Ok, this is another case of ridiculously low user reviews skewing the rating of a game... I think that the same is true for the professional reviews actually, Does this game a perfect 100% review? Probably not... but anything less than an 80% is just trolling because the game does not live up to your nostalgia tinted memory or the first games.

    Seriously, load them up and play... they are good, but the new game not only looks better but plays better too. I'll grant that the world is not as open, but particularly with the modern hints turned off and the difficulty turned on the game is harder and more fair than the old games. AND! With the difficulty turned down and the hint features turned on the game tells a smooth enjoyable story.

    Also, it's beautiful. Sure the color pallet is dark... but it's set at night in a dirty gothic city... if it had been any more brightly colored people would be complaining about that.    … Expand
  59. SrOne
    Mar 4, 2014
    10
    What a Reboot!, great gameplay,graphics and history!........i cant understand why this horrible critics on this game....im a huge fan of Thief series, and this is perfect!
  60. Schenks
    Mar 4, 2014
    10
    Great game for the original Thief fans. Although the style is a little darker, and garret looks more like a malnourished vampire, The game mechanics are fun and visceral, combat is challenging but fun once you get used to it. You can spend hours roaming the city streets and roofs, and taking on side quests. The game is nostalgic and very enjoyable.
  61. tvkiki
    Mar 3, 2014
    10
    This is a great game. I have heard so many bad reviews, mostly from people who can't appreciate the genre, or are more into action games than stealth games. This IS a stealth game from it's core to every element, so don't go buying the game if you are more a FPS gamer and then complain about where is the combat, the game is too slow etc.
    The game's graphics are fascinating, every detail    This is a great game. I have heard so many bad reviews, mostly from people who can't appreciate the genre, or are more into action games than stealth games. This IS a stealth game from it's core to every element, so don't go buying the game if you are more a FPS gamer and then complain about where is the combat, the game is too slow etc.
    The game's graphics are fascinating, every detail is made, althougg sometimes the character animation is far from perfect, but all the environment design puts up to it.
    All in all it has a great mood, gameplay, graphics and a fair storyline.    … Expand
  62. ollof
    Mar 3, 2014
    9
    All things considered, a very good and challenging game.

    I would give Thief 8.5/10, but I will round up to 9 as this game has been on the receiving end of some unfair criticism. I'm a great believer in taking games at face value, games shouldn't be criticised for not being something that another game is. The first issue is the complaint of linearity, which is not strictly true. Yes    All things considered, a very good and challenging game.

    I would give Thief 8.5/10, but I will round up to 9 as this game has been on the receiving end of some unfair criticism.

    I'm a great believer in taking games at face value, games shouldn't be criticised for not being something that another game is. The first issue is the complaint of linearity, which is not strictly true. Yes Thief is restricting in a way that you can't go anywhere like you could in an open world game, however you are free to roam the city as you please, there are side jobs to be done, collectibles to find. Areas of the city are complex and dark, it is difficult to find your bearings at first and rewarding to find hidden areas and swoop across the rooftops above the unsuspecting guards below. Thief is not as linear as some suggest.

    The biggest part of what makes Thief such a good game is the gameplay. Some players have grumbled about the game being only first person view, which I was initially skeptical of. However you see the world through Garret's eyes, the player has to use their eyes and ears to get by. You cant see whats behind you, you have to physically turn the character around and that makes Thief much more immersive and challenging. There is no map or radar with little dots and cones of vision, players have to plan routes and there are multiple ingenious ways of getting around the city. Garret's main tool is his bow, which is only really a weapon is desperate circumstances, you will use the bow to fire rope arrows, blunt arrows to create distractions and water arrows to put out distant torches for example.

    Combat does get criticised for being difficult, which should really be expected. Garret wears dark leather clothing, not steel breastplate. Garret doesn't carry swords around. The developers cannot be faulted, they really made the objective of the game clear. You are a thief, not an assassin, Garret makes clear in the opening of the game that he disapproves of killing guards without reason. The objective is to be unseen. and intelligent play is thoroughly rewarding. Brute force and foolhardiness gets punished, and for me that is a plus for Thief.

    A worthwhile purchase.    … Expand
  63. ChrisRudecki
    Mar 3, 2014
    8
    I've read the reviews saying how the game is bad, but I bought it regardless. I liked the series in the past, played all games back in the day. Here's some honesty :

    What people say is bad : 1. Restricted movement - ok, it is not consistent, but once you get the hang of it it becomes natural. It could be a bit less constraining (falling off ledges etc.) but it's far from breaking the    I've read the reviews saying how the game is bad, but I bought it regardless. I liked the series in the past, played all games back in the day. Here's some honesty :

    What people say is bad :
    1. Restricted movement - ok, it is not consistent, but once you get the hang of it it becomes natural. It could be a bit less constraining (falling off ledges etc.) but it's far from breaking the experience.

    2. Garrets voice is so baaad - ... really ? Really ? I feel exactly like playing the first Thief and for me vice acting is great (could be better, script maybe could be better), it's far from the atrocity described in the review and exactly what I would expect from the game. Keeps me immersed, that's it.

    3. You can steal everything ... and it's so baad - well guess what, you're a thief in this game, so of course you can steal and evaluate what you steal. You don't have to steal everything, yeah ? It's freedom. Would it be better if you could steal only the high profile items ? Noo, then people would complain that it's too restrictive ...

    4. Story and characters are lame - well better than in any other game in the series, not as good as Uncharted or The Last Of Us, but come on, it's good enough to get you through the game immersed.

    Anyway, I was expecting an utter piece of **** after reading the reviews, but I'm surprised. The game is good, as good as I would expect from the trailers. I think reviewers in media are just **** and have way to high expectations.

    Why no one mentions :
    - Great graphics (technical side) - shadows, light, rain, damn it's a pretty game and it runs great on PC. Everything maxed out, consistent 60FPS on a 3 year old ring, not bad ehh? Read that in any review?

    - Sticking to the original with heavy atmosphere and art style - I've read somewhere that art style and vibe are uninspired ... what the hell was the reviewer smoking, I don't know.

    - Great atmospheric music and sound design - again, no one seems to mention that ?

    - Plays like a Thief game ... YES ! in a good way : )

    Anyway, If you give this game a go, and you're not expecting it to be "the best game ever, like ever !" then you'll have a great time. Any as for reviewers, ok there are opinions, but giving it 4/10 ... really ? Because you don't like Garrets voice or characters ? or because you can't fall of every ledge ? Really ? Losing respect for reviewers I kept for years in high regard.    … Expand
  64. stevenhearnn
    Mar 2, 2014
    8
    Thief has always been a favourite of mine. And Thief-4 seems cool so far, looking forward to seeing where it goes. Have always been a fan of the Thief series and am enjoying this iteration.
  65. Damian_Huntley
    Mar 2, 2014
    9
    (Played on xbox one)
    I've played thief since I the original, and I can honestly say, the atmosphere feels just the same as it ever did, and the graphics are simply breathtaking. I don't really understand the negativity that the game is receiving from certain quarters. It isn't linear, it is possible to ghost levels, the weapons behave as they ever did (oh, except of the fact that the    (Played on xbox one)
    I've played thief since I the original, and I can honestly say, the atmosphere feels just the same as it ever did, and the graphics are simply breathtaking. I don't really understand the negativity that the game is receiving from certain quarters. It isn't linear, it is possible to ghost levels, the weapons behave as they ever did (oh, except of the fact that the magical growing moss arrows are gone.) You can't jump, and this is the first time I've ever thought to just turn the music off in a game, because it was incongruous and just served to take me out of the moment, but other than that, I'm pretty much blown away by the game. I loved the original thief games, and perhaps I'm looking at this through rose tinted spectacles because I haven't played the predecessors since I was a kid, but although it's bleak and dark and grey, it's glorious.
    I'm sorry for those of you who feel the need to complain about button mashing load sections, but it took me nine hours of gameplay to realise that that's what was going on. Lock picking feels more plausible than it ever has in a game. I would have loved to have seen a more complex safe cracking scenario (glass against the safe, listening to the mechanism?) but I certainly haven't found any of the thievery mundane.
    I haven't fought much; I tend to reload every time I'm seen by anyone (which has happened a lot), but I have ran around the city killing things just to play with that aspect of the game engine, and I have loved every minute of it. Robin hood style arrow cam when you take a guard full on in the face, 3rd person perspective drop takedowns, blackjackings, gagging beards and dogs; what's not to love?
    Yeah, you'll probably notice if you click that this is the first time I've written a review, and that should tell you a lot. I hadn't read any reviews of this game prior to purchasing it, and I'm really glad I didn't, because I probably would have been hesitant to purchase. This is the first time I've come off an eight hour playing session and thought, 'you know what? I'm going to go and write a review of that game.'
    Caveats - play on the hardest setting and turn off focus mode - I did that instinctively,because I wanted the game to be a challenge, (and I've ended up having to search for help on line for a few of the more puzzling set pieces.)    … Expand
  66. DarkCowboy
    Mar 2, 2014
    8
    First off, throw aside expectations deriving from the older Thief games, and judge this game in it's own right.

    It's a pretty solid game. The atmosphere is tense, if you play it the way it's meant to be played. If you're used to FPS and don't like a game that encourages massive stealth, you will probably not have fun playing this. Graphics are decent, but the main atmosphere comes    First off, throw aside expectations deriving from the older Thief games, and judge this game in it's own right.

    It's a pretty solid game. The atmosphere is tense, if you play it the way it's meant to be played.
    If you're used to FPS and don't like a game that encourages massive stealth, you will probably not have fun playing this.

    Graphics are decent, but the main atmosphere comes from the sound, combined with the stealth tension.
    The use of sound in this game is awesome.
    I had hoped for a more open world experience though. There's alot of transitions between maps, and it kind of breaks the tension.
    There's a good number of puzzles (mainly to obtain safe combinations), and most are straightforward.
    But a couple of them are actually quite brilliant.
    Despite a fair amount of side missions, the game feels rather linear. Mainly because of lack of effort to actually make side missions challenging. Most are 'go to this place, and clean it out'.

    Despite the flaws, this game has kept me entertained for many hours.
    It's not a sequel, but more of a re-boot. And as such, I expect to see more games in the franchise.
    If they put a little more effort into the game World, the story and side missions, it could revitalize the Thief franchise greatly.

    But as of now, it's nothing big, but holds potential.
    Nevertheless, it's an enjoyable game.    … Expand
  67. Slier149
    Mar 2, 2014
    9
    Despite its monotonous and somewhat tedious loading screens immensely dulling any exploration, Thief was hugely enjoyable for me(a new timer to the whole 'thief' series). The dark and chilling world is very appropriate to the concept and story of the game creating an experience whereby you're immersed in thievery; a expedition well worth it! As most might be aware, the Batman ArkhamDespite its monotonous and somewhat tedious loading screens immensely dulling any exploration, Thief was hugely enjoyable for me(a new timer to the whole 'thief' series). The dark and chilling world is very appropriate to the concept and story of the game creating an experience whereby you're immersed in thievery; a expedition well worth it! As most might be aware, the Batman Arkham series are incredible masterpieces and some of my favourite games. The best part of the games however, was the stealth missions, which is what the whole game of Thief is!
    The use of the dualshock4 made me cry with joy for 19 days! Why? Because it was just a sensational idea and one that, in a dark room, made the entire game come to life! This also aids the extraordinary detail of the entire game and, ultimately, makes for a wonderfully involved game!    … Expand
  68. frontsquats
    Mar 2, 2014
    8
    I'll preface this review with the following: I played the OG Thief in early 1999. Thief 2014 is not the original.

    Solid all around game. Those who complain of bad AI are likely playing on the easiest difficulty. On "Master" difficulty there is very little room for errors. The atmosphere is great. The side quests are interesting and challenging. The story is a bit linear with regards    I'll preface this review with the following: I played the OG Thief in early 1999. Thief 2014 is not the original.

    Solid all around game. Those who complain of bad AI are likely playing on the easiest difficulty. On "Master" difficulty there is very little room for errors. The atmosphere is great. The side quests are interesting and challenging.

    The story is a bit linear with regards to how the objectives can be completed, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The levels lack a bit of variety though.

    The animations and mechanics of sneaking and thieving are done well and satisfying.

    This is a quality game, but not all will appreciate it.    … Expand
  69. EvGe22
    Mar 2, 2014
    9
    I haven't a been a Thief fan, but after I've played this reboot I became one. The stealth is perfect, A.I. is not as dumb as different game magazines say. It's far more clever. The only game drawback is engine and graphics. It's just a usual UE3, but it's a bit unoptimised and laggy. This is the only bad thing I noticed playing it.
    So, if you like stealth games, this one is "must have", imo.
  70. Demonidze
    Mar 2, 2014
    9
    truth is this is an excellent stealth game, maybe not perfect but its very very good, i dont understand why people keep giving it a 0/10 score. 9/10 from me, because its what it worth.
  71. mizo_ghost
    Mar 2, 2014
    8
    if you play the game with stealth .. the game is awesome game . .

    if you don't love stealth game .. the game is like ***it
  72. Vardug
    Mar 2, 2014
    10
    Сюжет слабоват, но атмосфера тёмного фэнтези передана превосходно. Она похожа на прединдустриальную эпоху, драматизируя концепцию "всё ради прогресса". Я не буду сравнивать этот мир с предыдущими играми серии, так как ту историю нужно воспринимать отдельно. Только тогда возможно адекватно и непредвзято оценить новый Город.
    Механика стелса выполнена на отлично, можно конечно же желать    Сюжет слабоват, но атмосфера тёмного фэнтези передана превосходно. Она похожа на прединдустриальную эпоху, драматизируя концепцию "всё ради прогресса". Я не буду сравнивать этот мир с предыдущими играми серии, так как ту историю нужно воспринимать отдельно. Только тогда возможно адекватно и непредвзято оценить новый Город.
    Механика стелса выполнена на отлично, можно конечно же желать большего, но говорить что стелс плох - значит врать. Или же стелс просто не для Вас, что многие и скрывают под оценкой 0, лишённой всякой адекватности.    … Expand
  73. Duskspark
    Mar 2, 2014
    10
    Please note that I am reviewing this reboot as its own game. I have never played any of the original "Thief" games so you will not find a comparison here. My review will be based solely on my experience with this version of Thief.

    Ever since I first heard of Thief I was excited. I am a huge stealth-fan and I never got around to playing the original Thief-games, so this was a great    Please note that I am reviewing this reboot as its own game. I have never played any of the original "Thief" games so you will not find a comparison here. My review will be based solely on my experience with this version of Thief.

    Ever since I first heard of Thief I was excited. I am a huge stealth-fan and I never got around to playing the original Thief-games, so this was a great opportunity for me and other newcomers to jump right into this iconic stealth series... and I am very glad that I did. Thief is a beautiful game and a unique stealth experience with smooth gameplay and lots of variety in your approach on things. Simply a superb game that is unfortunately brought down by critics and die-hards fan who expected something that would have stuck more to the "original recipe".

    The Good:
    · Smooth controls: climbing low obstacles, peeking around corners to get a better look at your environment, swooping from shadow to shadow... It all feels incredibly smooth, especially for a stealth game. If you have ever played Dishonored, just imagine something like that without magic and a more realistic approach.
    · Money money money: getting your gold-greedy paws around precious items such as common goblets and letter openers among countless others and more unique collectable items is incredibly fun and satisfying. This loot is generally realistically spread, meaning no golden goblets will be found on the streets and that jewelry will mostly be found in stores or houses. I personally think this encouraged me to explore different area's to find different kind of loot.
    · Phenomenal stealth gameplay: there are no stealth games this well-crafted in my recent memory. Your approach may depend on the situation, your goal or the difficulty (which is geniously customizable to enjoy the game as hard or as simple as you'd like). You can sneak past every guard, knock them all out, just steal all their money (heheh), or you can distract guards by firing arrows, putting out fires, throwing empty bottles etc. It feels fresh and addictive and completely different with every level or replay.

    The Bad:
    · AI: there's dumb AI and there's blind AI. I'd say the AI isn't necessarily dumb (birds and dogs will alert guards and guard frequently and correctly patrol the area) but the AI is blind as f*ck. Alright, you're in the shadows, but at times you can literally walk in front of guards and they'll keep their eyes fixed on you, but they won't react. This idiocy encouraged me to stay as far away from guars as possible, but I'd prefer my AI a little bit more alert and responsive.
    · Pure stealth may not be for everyone: in games like Splinter Cell or Hitman you can either go in pure stealth without ever being noticed of going in a bit more fierce, killing every enemy in sight. You can obviously kill enemies with an arrow in between the enemy's eyes, but real action is avoided. The more stealthy you play, the more rewarding (both in-game and personally) and immersive the game will be, but poor in-game combat will put off almost everyone looking to cause some fuss.

    The Ugly:
    · Man this game is gorgeous. Amazing textures, immersive lighting, stunning character models, an atmospheric city and espacially Garrett's hands are detailed beyond belief. One of the most beautiful games in recent memory.

    Final Verdict:
    · Thief is not for everyone due to its imperfections, but for stealth-fans like myself this game is a must. It's the very best stealth has to offer and undoubtedly a game that will stick with you for a long time.    … Expand
  74. gamexstar
    Mar 2, 2014
    10
    Let my start by saying, that I've never played any game of the Thief-Franchise. With that in mind I have to say I'm very impressed by the quality of the game, and especially the atmosphere created by it.
    The music, the lighting and the overall sound effects make it a thrilling experience.
    I can't say much about the graphics as it only runs on "Normal" for me, but even those look quite    Let my start by saying, that I've never played any game of the Thief-Franchise. With that in mind I have to say I'm very impressed by the quality of the game, and especially the atmosphere created by it.
    The music, the lighting and the overall sound effects make it a thrilling experience.
    I can't say much about the graphics as it only runs on "Normal" for me, but even those look quite good.

    So, if you are a newcomer to the series, definitely buy it! You can get it already (a few days after release) for 20€ online! For all the others read a review from somebody who played the original games!    … Expand
  75. persian0077
    Mar 1, 2014
    9
    Despite all the negative reviews I really enjoyed this game, and I found it very entertaining. The stealth mechanics are great, and there's no problem with the visual quality, or environment. I really loved the dark atmosphere of The City. I've never played the classic Thief games, and I'm sure everyone was expecting a hardcore stealth game. Well, Thief isn't that hardcore if you don'tDespite all the negative reviews I really enjoyed this game, and I found it very entertaining. The stealth mechanics are great, and there's no problem with the visual quality, or environment. I really loved the dark atmosphere of The City. I've never played the classic Thief games, and I'm sure everyone was expecting a hardcore stealth game. Well, Thief isn't that hardcore if you don't want it to be, so casual gamers can also try it out without frustration.… Expand
  76. AregAr
    Mar 1, 2014
    9
    I really don't understand why some people give such a low score to this good game. I guess they just feel themselves as some "game gurus". Back to game, it's worth to play: graphics, animation, environment details, etc,. may be the story line is not genius, but the rest looks very nice.
  77. bethesdafan1
    Mar 1, 2014
    10
    Very Good game!I only have 2 problem with it:
    1)when i break into a house there is nobody in the house.
    2)the maps are very linear.
    But it's still a good stealth game.
  78. killingspree
    Mar 1, 2014
    10
    This is an amazing. Almost as good as one of the best games of all time Dishonored. This is one of the best action stealth games ever created. Don't believe all the 0s and 1s. They have no idea what they are talking about and think the original Thief even compares.
  79. GiantMidget1000
    Mar 1, 2014
    8
    No, this game is not perfect. No game is, and if you were a fan of the original franchise, you will probably not like it. But this game is not bad in any way shape or form. Do not listen to anyone giving this game 0 scores. They are just butthurt little fanboys. Yes this game has issues, go find me a game without them, but this game is very enjoyable, and I would highly recommend it toNo, this game is not perfect. No game is, and if you were a fan of the original franchise, you will probably not like it. But this game is not bad in any way shape or form. Do not listen to anyone giving this game 0 scores. They are just butthurt little fanboys. Yes this game has issues, go find me a game without them, but this game is very enjoyable, and I would highly recommend it to anyone but the original fans of the franchise. Comparing this game to the originals is just idiotic, don't know if you have noticed but the last Thief game was released ten years ago. The demographic for gamers since then, a lot, an awful lot. Eidos Montreal weren't trying to impress the original fans, they were trying to impress people who weren't already a fan of the franchise and get those people into stealth games, and this game is one hell of a stealth game.

    It is truly an amazing stealth game, and if you are a fan of them then I highly recommend it, the maps in the game could certainly be a little more open for me, but I can overlook this easily, they weren't too impossibly linear, and they are certainly not worth comparing to a Call of Duty campaign.

    The difficulty customization is AMAZING. You literally cannot say that this game is too easy, if you think that then you can make it as hard as you like, without a problem. Imo, the three pre built difficulties were a little easy for my taste so I do recommend customising your own experience and making some of the aspects of the game more difficult before playing.

    The world built in Thief is great. The impression I got of the city is that the city is awful, a dirty and filthy place, and yes the people living there are horrible people, doing what they do just to keep going in life.

    As for the PC port, truly excellent. Absolutely no complaints, runs buttery smooth and has an excellent range of graphics options. It looks beautiful and has some amazing lighting effects.    … Expand
  80. Altasar
    Mar 1, 2014
    8
    Im not so disappointed as many people here are. Did I expect the game to be as brilinat and enjoyable as Thief 1,2 and 3? No, I did not because I know that video game industry have changed and so should our expectations. Try to play Thief 1 or 3 now... I bet you will turn it off after first 15 minutes .... or maybe 30. We remember the games based on our emotions back then when weIm not so disappointed as many people here are. Did I expect the game to be as brilinat and enjoyable as Thief 1,2 and 3? No, I did not because I know that video game industry have changed and so should our expectations. Try to play Thief 1 or 3 now... I bet you will turn it off after first 15 minutes .... or maybe 30. We remember the games based on our emotions back then when we encountered something new and exciting... and we wish we could experience same emotions now... but we will never be able to... becasue we already have seen everything and it's hard to surprise us.

    Being the story-player myself I dont care much about all technical issues and they dont bother me at all. I liked the story in new Thief and I've enjoyed, I wish it was little bit longer, took me 7 hours to finish up the main story line on normal mode.

    I know many people will still enjoy this game and if you dont pay much attention to all technical issues you'll be satisfied.... and confused about the ending ;-)    … Expand
  81. knallfix
    Mar 1, 2014
    8
    Thief isn't easy to judge and having multiple high level designer leaving the project during development leaves you always suspicious and with a lot of ???.
    As a Thief game it fails in story, casualisation, gameplay limitations like arrows, sound etc.
    As a random stealth game, it works and you can have fun. But the story is still bad. And it's a proper PC port, lots of options, useful    Thief isn't easy to judge and having multiple high level designer leaving the project during development leaves you always suspicious and with a lot of ???.
    As a Thief game it fails in story, casualisation, gameplay limitations like arrows, sound etc.
    As a random stealth game, it works and you can have fun. But the story is still bad.
    And it's a proper PC port, lots of options, useful controls and UI.    … Expand
  82. necronomad
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    The game is good, as good as the original games which i played to hell and back and replayed just recently in preparation for this one. I'll break it all down and discuss the parts people are concerned about.

    FIRST: Many people are reviewing this game poorly due to not changing their settings to be like the old games. Before you start the game if you want a old school Thief experience    The game is good, as good as the original games which i played to hell and back and replayed just recently in preparation for this one. I'll break it all down and discuss the parts people are concerned about.

    FIRST: Many people are reviewing this game poorly due to not changing their settings to be like the old games. Before you start the game if you want a old school Thief experience then go into the Game & Hud settings and turn them all off. Then when choosing difficulty select custom and turn on No Focus at least, also set the difficulty to master, mid difficulty is actually closer AI wise to the originals but if you've played the originals then chances are your a better player in general now than you were back then. Also this is a true stealth game so you are expected to be sneaking everywhere not slaughtering on armies, it is not dishonored where it is fairly easy to brute force your way through a level, Thief games require a slower pace and thinking.

    Rough edges: This game has a few rough edges but it is a really solid release with very few bugs and glitches, nothing game breaking. Some of the jumping movement can be buggy but you'll figure it out pretty quick (though looking at the reviews here there are some slow people around). All the previous Thief titles had and still have similar issues, people are just quick to forget.

    AI: The AI is almost as good as the previous titles. It is missing the ability to recognized when something has changed after returning to an area and it doesn't stay alert, the previous games had the AI be unable to be knocked out after being on alert and they stayed alerted, while a little sad it doesn't take away too much from the game. Another change to the AI is the speed a guard will notice you, it is slower or faster depending on how 'hidden' you are. if you are in half light and shadow they will spot you fairly quick. if you are in full low light they will be a little slower. If you are in bight light they will see you almost straight away, this is actually an improvement over the spotting AI in the previous games though that is more my opinion.

    Levels: The levels are crafted well and you always have several options and paths of overcoming obstacles just like in the previous games However with the "help" features turned on you have a constant guide to where you need to be making people follow that rather then making their own path giving the illusion of more linearity than there is so, TURN OFF THE OBJECTIVE MARKERS. Some obstacles within the levels have single solutions to get around but these are particular points within an entire level.

    Story: The story is pretty good though it pretty much follows the same story as the older Thief games. The voice acting is good not great though I miss Garrets old voice. The side missions are a little bit less interesting but the levels are still fun, especially if you try for the additional objectives like "collect all the loot", "don't be seen" and so on.    … Expand
  83. feastonthrones
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    I think the game is brilliant. I never played the original Thief games but I do enjoy the stealth action genre. Thief keeps you immersed throughout; whether you are following the main quest line or if you are hunting across the city for secrets, special inventory or doing side quests for other characters in the game. I have found most of the time thus far spent has been collecting hiddenI think the game is brilliant. I never played the original Thief games but I do enjoy the stealth action genre. Thief keeps you immersed throughout; whether you are following the main quest line or if you are hunting across the city for secrets, special inventory or doing side quests for other characters in the game. I have found most of the time thus far spent has been collecting hidden clues and maps across the city to find better loot to steal, whilst exploring the expanse of city that you have available to you.

    The game is gorgeous and is so impressive to the eye. The attention to detail means you have to pay attention too, because if you are not paying attention you might find yourself stepping out infront of a guard whom you did not expect.

    The AI is decent. They are a little slow and dim witted and I would have hoped for more challenges from them, but my play style has been to hide in the shadows anyway and keep far away from any light sources. The watchmen will not spot you if you are in the shadows until they are very close to you, but if you are in the light or if you run they will be on you instantly. They hunt and track well so when you are spotted by more than just one its often a challenge to find a place to escape to.

    I would have asked for a more sandbox-esc level design. As you progress down the main storyline larger parts of the city become available to you. But often there are loading screens separating these areas off, and these loading screens very quickly become one of the largest drawbacks of the game. If there was a more open world approach then it would serve better.

    Missions are quite linear, but there are always multiple ways in which to complete each objective with various different paths and options available to the player, as well as other points of interest that hide unique items and loot. For the diligent player, scavenging and hunting around in each new area can be very fruitful. If you were expecting a fast paced game then this is not the game for you. It is slow, not monotonous at any stretch of the imagination. But you play a Master Thief, a diligent hero, where planning and careful execution are your greatest assets. So you will be taking your time in exploring the city and in completing each mission. If you wanted a fast paced game, then don't buy this.

    With comparison to other games of a similar style and genre; Dishonoured springs to mind. I really enjoyed Dishonoured and went through 3 play-through's of the game. It allowed much greater combat flexibility which I enjoyed doing in one run of the game. But it was easy, with blink and other supernatural abilities you could vanish. It was fast paced and though I loved it to bits I think it doesn't compare to Thief. I can see myself playing through Thief another two times and exploring every inch of the city whilst being undetected throughout. Dishonoured with its very linear storyline and a story that is over as soon as it has begun doesn't offer the same amount of replay ability or immerse the player as much as Thief has. Dishonoured was easy in comparison to Thief which allowed lots of those less able or younger to find enough challenge but not impossible. This game offers real challenge especially if you seek all the riches that you can get, which is how you should play a stealth game such as Thief.

    Some of the pathing is not great. I often find myself falling off a building when I had no intention of ordering my hero to do so. But it means that you require 100% precision if you want to jump down off the roof onto the narrow ledge below. There is a lot of detail in the mechanics, such as needing momentum to be able to reach certain places. I think a jump function would have made the game a little more intuitive and less 'lets hold down space for everything'. But the movement flows well.

    If the game had been more open, with less loading screens between different sections of the city, with AI who were perhaps more attentive, I would have rated this game a 10. As it stands it is an excellent game, which had a little more potential to go further. It is a challenge and if you like meticulous planning and strategy when playing your stealth games then this is the game for you. The slow rolling game offered hours of fun and I intend to replay the game at least another 1 time. A must for all who like the Stealth Genre.    … Expand
  84. DancingMad
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    Having played the first three installments of the Thief series multiple times, all I can say is that 15+ hours into the game, I am enjoying the game immensely.
    **Skip to the bottom for the gist of it. ***
    No jump button? No problem. Where do you need to jump to? Garret is still able to leap from beam to beam, or jump down from a high ledge. So you can't jump on a hay cart or barrel?    Having played the first three installments of the Thief series multiple times, all I can say is that 15+ hours into the game, I am enjoying the game immensely.
    **Skip to the bottom for the gist of it. ***

    No jump button? No problem. Where do you need to jump to?
    Garret is still able to leap from beam to beam, or jump down from a high ledge.
    So you can't jump on a hay cart or barrel? Big deal.
    A Master Thief finds other ways in. Besides, jumping makes noise. Thieves shouldn't.

    Let's be honest, the older Thief's storyline wasn't going to win any awards either.
    Take it for what it is. I haven't progress far along enough to give a full opinion on the story.

    People take issue to the combat mechanics. Garret is a thief, not a cutthroat.
    If you have to fight The Watch. You're doing it wrong.

    I'm not sure if some of the negative reviewers realize that you can turn off all the "hand holding" or way point markers in the options.

    Is the game linear? Yes, in a way but aren't all games?
    You're objective is to steal loot (I like that it still glitters).
    Go in through the window? Basement? or front door? Choose your path, but I'd go explore every path to look for loot. Its not like Deus Ex where you're choices have specific consequences.

    I am pleased that this installment retains some of the original aspects and didn't try to reinvent itself with whatever is currently the hot trend in gaming. ie sand-box game. Go play GTA or Skyrim instead.
    Don't rate this game badly because the game Eidos designed isn't what you wanted.
    That's like saying BF4 is garbage because I can't fly a space shuttle or use sharks with lasers mounted on their heads.

    Ok so the Watch and some civilians have repeated idle dialogue.
    Nothing new about that. It as like that in all of the previous games and many other games too.
    Hardly a reason to not like this game.

    Seems like most of the negative reaction to this game is based on what they personally wanted in this game to do. Some complained of stuttering, get a new video card or lower the quality settings. One even went to say they expected more from a developer like Ubisoft....really?!!

    TLDR;

    I enjoy the game. Maybe because I'm not a complainer. Its not perfect, but show me a game that is.
    Thief 2014 has many old-Thief elements to it, with some updated features like Focus points to enhance your abilities to be stealthier, have better aim or pick locks (and pockets) faster.

    You can't do anything you want in the game, you do have to follow the story path and steal the objective.
    You have an assortment of arrows at your disposal, which you can stash extra stock at your hideout.
    There is a merchant that will sell you those arrows, along with tools to make your thievery easier.

    Personally I find this game fun. Aside from the some minor bugs, but it doesnt detract from its enjoyability.    … Expand
  85. RileyWRussell
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    I'm not understanding the bad reviews. I found this game to be as enjoyable as Dishonored. I think a lot of people try to bash reboots of franchises so they can sound "smart" when waxing nostalgic about the old games.
  86. Darkone001
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    A buggy game at release yes and it does have its flaws But its is what a lot of games aren't. A HELL of a lot of FUN! If you like stealth its great. Yes the ai can be a bit dumb but its certainly better than the old thief games. This games lets me be a thief and it lets me have fun doing it.
  87. DjZolt
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    I like this game. It's pure stealth, in my humble opinion. Atmosphere and music are great, visuals are solid too. Gameplay is interesting and it's NOT DISHONORED CLONE. I don't know why so many critics and gamers hate Thief...
  88. marshb
    Feb 28, 2014
    8
    Its great to see Garrett back in the saddle again after all these years. Great game but im taking a couple points for too much linearity for my taste and not enough openness. GAWD! I missed Garrett! :)
  89. MWMWMW
    Feb 28, 2014
    8
    I found the game really fun to play.

    The story needs a big more edge and mystery and the AI needs to be just a bit more ruthless on the harder difficulties. The game deserves at least a 75 or an 80. Loading times. Whatever. One of the highest rated games on metacritic has the worst loading times I have ever seen. Graphics. It looks great. Game play. Super fun. Story and    I found the game really fun to play.

    The story needs a big more edge and mystery and the AI needs to be just a bit more ruthless on the harder difficulties.

    The game deserves at least a 75 or an 80.

    Loading times. Whatever. One of the highest rated games on metacritic has the worst loading times I have ever seen.
    Graphics. It looks great.
    Game play. Super fun.
    Story and Characters. This is the most inconsistent part. All the ingredients are there, it just needs to be pulled together.
    Overall. I am so glad this game is out and that it has (mostly) met my expectation for a reboot of one of my favorite game series.    … Expand
  90. AngelusMecanica
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    Do not pay attention to the bad critics, give this game a try.

    Played the way its meant to be (stealthy), this game is loads of fun. Not perfect, but very entertaining.
  91. Hptm
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    I´m an "Thief" fan since i bought the first part. I played all three parts in my own hardcore way, without saving, killing and even without knocking out someone. You can see that i love the setting.

    I´m very confused about the "non open world" critics. The city is a open world. You have some doors that you can´t open, but it´s still the same like in all the GTA parts. And nobody cares    I´m an "Thief" fan since i bought the first part. I played all three parts in my own hardcore way, without saving, killing and even without knocking out someone. You can see that i love the setting.

    I´m very confused about the "non open world" critics. The city is a open world. You have some doors that you can´t open, but it´s still the same like in all the GTA parts. And nobody cares about that in these games. The prolouge is linear, just like in skyrim until the end of the dragon attack in Helgen.

    Ok, you can´t fire rope-arrows at all wooden things, but hey.. there are many new futures that balance this maulus.

    For me this game it is a worthy "thief - game". If you compare it with other stealth games, it is like you compare a book to my personal holy bible!

    If you liked the three parts of thief.. you will love this game!    … Expand
  92. MrPotato123
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Análisis en español mas abajo.
    -English:
    First of all the people should stop comparing this game with Dishonored is the worst mistake you can do if you are going to play this game, Thief has never had nothing about with Dishonored. Thief is a stealth game, where everything should be resolved that way, it is not intended for pleasing the entire world as in the case of Dishonored, but    Análisis en español mas abajo.
    -English:

    First of all the people should stop comparing this game with Dishonored is the worst mistake you can do if you are going to play this game, Thief has never had nothing about with Dishonored. Thief is a stealth game, where everything should be resolved that way, it is not intended for pleasing the entire world as in the case of Dishonored, but rather to follow the footsteps of the classic Thief and please their fans

    I've played 15 hours and I'm not even close to finishing the game I'm in the middle of the main story and many side quests I have left to do , which are very funny indeed. For people who loves stealth games should try Thief. it must be admitted that the AI ​​is weak ( may change as they are starting to put patches), another point ... the city can offer makes the game not so linear and you go looking for unique items that are as tables or plates of the city or you decode secret locations if you read personal books that you can find in homes. Thief is a great game of stealth but the only big theme out of AI ,on the plot still cant talk because they do not yet finished the game but it is promising.

    Talking About the graphics it is very well optimized, playing at 2560x1080 full graphics i have 30 fps relatively stable but
    there are FPS drops but I'm sure that can be solved by OC, about Blur I didnt noticed at all it must but there are people that dislike blur ... that is fixed with a mod.

    -Español:

    Primero que nada la gente debe parar de comparar este juego con Dishonored es el peor error que puedes cometer a la hora de jugarlo, Thief nunca ha tenido NADA que ver con Dishonored. Thief es un juego de sigilo, donde todo debería resolverse de esa manera, no está pensado para agraciar a todo el mundo como en el caso de Dishonored, sino más bien para seguir la estela de los clásicos Thief y complacer a sus fans.

    A mí me gusto el juego llevo 15 horas y no voy ni en la mitad y me faltan un montón de misiones secundarias, que son muy divertidas por cierto. Para la gente que le encantan los juegos de sigilo Thief debes probarlo si o si, hay que admitir que la IA es muy floja (quizá cambie ya que están empezando a poner parches), otro punto...al ser una ciudad a tu disposición hace que el juego no sea tan lineal y puedes ir buscando ítems únicos que se encuentran como Cuadros o placas de la cuidad o lugares secretos que descifras a medida que lees libros personales que encuentras en casas. Thief es un juegazo del sigilo pero el único gran falló es el tema de la IA, sobre la trama todavía no puedo hablar debido a que todavía no termino el juego pero es prometedora.

    Sobre la gráfica me va excelente muy bien optimizada, jugando a 2560x1080 todo al máximo tengo fijo 30 fps, a veces unos bajones pero se arregla haciendo OC, lo del Blur no me he percatado en absoluto hay que admitir que hay gente que le desagrada eso pero se arregla con un mod.    … Expand
  93. mewberry645
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Fantastic game so far, played all the other games and I really get the feel of the older games but in higher definition and better graphics. So far no bugs at all for me so that's a big plus! Really enjoying it, perhaps a bit too easy in places on normal difficulty level but that can easily be changed with difficulty settings before you start the game. Can't wait to play more!
  94. raisto
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Great adventure, like the old days. Ok, some old things missing (jump etc...), some new are questionable, but when you started game as master thief, without any new featured, thief gave you perfectly raid as once. Great atmosphere game, perfectly restart of series.
  95. 4Dee
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    If you are one of the haters listen up, this game is the bomb. Garrett is back in the fourth installment of the Thief series. This latest blockbuster is a tour-de-force in stealth, redefining the genre once again. If you don’t like it, prepare to be knocked out by the new powerful Garrett and his improved blackjack!

    If you thought Garrett was well equipped before, buckle yourself up son    If you are one of the haters listen up, this game is the bomb. Garrett is back in the fourth installment of the Thief series. This latest blockbuster is a tour-de-force in stealth, redefining the genre once again. If you don’t like it, prepare to be knocked out by the new powerful Garrett and his improved blackjack!

    If you thought Garrett was well equipped before, buckle yourself up son as he now he has incredible supernatural powers! These let him see through walls, way better than having to look yourself like the other games. Rope arrows are back with some serious attitude, these help you more than ever before with the new and improved levels! Let’s face it, the levels of the first games were lame level design, those suckers were boring as hell, this time the emphasis is on the real deal; stealing stuff!

    You want a script, you got it! The story has plenty of wicked action and developed characters enough to satisfy you film fans out there. The dialogue is cranked up to 2014 and these dudes aren’t scared to tell you what they think. F-this and f-that, s-this and time to drop a c-bomb in there somewhere. Who needs that Old English stuff when you have proper swearing?

    Thief looks like a real boss! Prepare for an eyegasm the second you see it! Followed by an intense eargasm! The music is insane and awesome! Oh yeah, the game plays awesome too as you can become a real thief and steal from peoples houses just like in Brixton - word to the massive! But how about some end-of-level bosses to mix up the action a bit? How about a zombie hordes mode for multiplayer? They could have a mode called Steal The Flag which would be awesome in Thief!

    So all you Thief fans won’t be disappointed as this game is a true soldier in the stealth war, guaranteed to keep the millions entertained until the next Battlefield! Anyone who disses this game needs to back up their stuff, this is the greatest game in this quality series so far.

    Graphics 10 – proper blazing showing the true potential of the XBONE and PS4 capabilities
    Sound 10 – AMAZING sounds, it’s like a orchestra in my home!
    Gameplay 10 – Addicting as alcohol or any drug!
    Depth 9 – You can play it time and time again different and find new ways to play! Why no multiplayer though?!

    10/10    … Expand
  96. SaberEdge
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Thief has been around a long time. The first game came out in 1998 I believe and it is an iconic game in the industry and inspired lots of other stealth games. Each new game in the franchise has had heavy expectations placed on it. Most Thief games since then have had a mixed reception. There are those who expect each new game to be exactly like the original. And there are others who wantThief has been around a long time. The first game came out in 1998 I believe and it is an iconic game in the industry and inspired lots of other stealth games. Each new game in the franchise has had heavy expectations placed on it. Most Thief games since then have had a mixed reception. There are those who expect each new game to be exactly like the original. And there are others who want Thief to be more of an action game. Then there are those that have always understood what Thief is about and enjoy it for what it is: a damn good pure stealth series.

    The new Thief is no exception. Nothing has given me the sense of skulking about in the shadows and having to use stealth in order to survive better than Thief has. This isn't an action/stealth hybrid like Dishonored or Splinter Cell that you can go in guns blazing and cut down half a dozen guards in a short amount of time. In Thief you have to remain undetected or face the consequences.

    At first I was disappointed by the fact you can't use the rope arrow on any wood surface as before and can only attach to specially highlighted beams. But the game makes up for it in other ways. The new swoop ability is pure awesomeness. It gives a fluidity and speed to the game while still feeling stealthy and appropriate.

    The graphics are quite good, with some of the best lighting and shadows I have ever seen in a game. The world itself is quite dreary and that may turn off some people, but it has character and a strange charm of its own.

    The sound could be a little more atmospheric in my opinion, but it is generally still generally good. The voice acting is very good in the case of Garrett and fairly good in the case of most of the other characters. Garrett is such an intriguing character.

    All in all I think Thief carries the stealth torch admirably, and probably better than any other modern "stealth" game. I've enjoyed it a lot and if you like stealth I am sure you will enjoy it too.    … Expand
  97. Taitius
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Just got it for my PS4, and i really don't understand why there are so many people who hate this game, I like the movement system (can't judge it to much because i didn't play it on my pc). But as many others said, it's a stealth game not Serious Sam. So far i'm really enjoying it and i hope the rest of you are to
  98. Thomori
    Feb 28, 2014
    8
    In times,where virtual fighters mostly face terrorists,this game is a thankful alternative.
    Yes,it is not like the old thief-games,but that is good.
    I still love and sometimes play the old games,but im glad,that Eidos made a reboot. A modern thief,where u can decide about the difficulty in the settings menue. Graphics are great,the immersion is at high grade,the story,well,is good,but    In times,where virtual fighters mostly face terrorists,this game is a thankful alternative.
    Yes,it is not like the old thief-games,but that is good.
    I still love and sometimes play the old games,but im glad,that Eidos made a reboot.
    A modern thief,where u can decide about the difficulty in the settings menue.
    Graphics are great,the immersion is at high grade,the story,well,is good,but not ended (part2 or dlc incoming?).
    So dont trust the negative reviews,if u are able to take the game,like what it is: a very good stealth game!    … Expand
  99. Jiawa
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    Firstly, I'll set the premise:
    1. I have played the previous Thief games
    2. I have played the game for 3-4 hours or so 3. Playing it on a PC with a Razer x360 controller with graphics almost maxed 4. Objectively, I would score this game an 8 but felt the need to counter the abysmal amount of 0/10 user reviews here. This game is not perfect, but it clearly deserves more. This is the    Firstly, I'll set the premise:
    1. I have played the previous Thief games
    2. I have played the game for 3-4 hours or so
    3. Playing it on a PC with a Razer x360 controller with graphics almost maxed
    4. Objectively, I would score this game an 8 but felt the need to counter the abysmal amount of 0/10 user reviews here. This game is not perfect, but it clearly deserves more. This is the first time I have scored a game higher than I consider it actually worth.

    So. Most reviews and statements complaining about movement and not being able to 'jump down' ledges or vault/climb certain objects are due to incompetence of the players. I am sure of this. Admittedly, at first, I had troubles with movement as well until I actually realised what each button does and how the context of Garrets position determines the outcome. Once I learned how to 'hop' from ledge to ledge, understand the visual queues that determine whether a wall can be climbed and how to effectively drop and jump down with precision, moving around the broody environments became a thrilling blast.

    It doesn't have the freedom and speed of Assassin's Creed and that's why I absolutely love it. The jumps, distances and climbs feel realistic as you navigate the streets and rooftops. Also, I think it is good that the game feels a bit more 'narrow' than people are used to. Instead of being able to climb any wall and object, I am forced to consider my options. This creates gripping moments in places that you otherwise wouldn't expect them to.

    Let me explain. First though, one detail needs to be explained; I have never blackjacked or killed any guards in the game in my 3-4 hours of gameplay. Also, I have only used a single water and blunt arrow (not out of necessity but to test it) and no lethal arrows. This, to me, is amazing. Actually, come to think of it, I am fairly confident that no guard has even ever SEEN me in my 3-4 hours of gameplay. Now, you might think the stealth is easy then. That is not the case. True, in some places, it is easy to stick to the shadows and bypass the unsuspecting guards but others places leave me without a means to 'shadow' my way past. This means I will have to try and find an alternate path or distract the guard somehow and that is never too easy.

    Also, the immersion in Thief is absolutely fantastic. Opening doors with lights behind them creates stretching shadows for me to use. Thunder, if for just this crucial moment, illuminates most of the street if it strikes and must be taken into consideration.

    The 3-4 hours of gameplay, for me, have only been used to finish 2 main missions and one sidemission. These could be done in an hour but that's what makes this game great. It always gives you the ability and circumstances to go anywhere and loot anything without anyone seeing you and with zero lethality. Pulling off these little heists are beyond thrilling.
    For example, a locked strongbox in a lit area with 2 guards talking nearby. Their peripheral view is enough to spot me after a few seconds of lockpicking. Instead I had to create a diversion, verrry quickly (based on your own speed and skill) lockpick the box and retreat because the guards had returned, Now I could wait for the right moment that gives me this 2 second window to dash to the box, loot the contents and dash back into a dark alleyway. No one suspected a thing. This little heist took me maybe a good 10 minutes of planning and timing with quicksaving and quickloading and I can't stress this enough how awesome it felt.

    The game market is saturated with fast paced shooters and ultra-powerful 'stealth' characters (a. creed, splinter cell). In Thief you don't even have a sword. It can be played with pure stealth. To me, that says something.

    Guide to thoroughly enjoying the game:
    1. Turn off as much HUD elements and assists as you can
    2. Try to crank up the graphics as much as you can
    3. Turn off the lights
    4. Experiment and set 'impossible' goals to yourself (pickpocketing a guard in a very difficult place or stealing something that is easy to steal using lethals)
    5. Discover and enjoy

    One thing I will say. The combat itself seems clunky and a bit weird (as little as I have had contact with it) and I don't like how Garret actually looks but these are extremely trivial to me. I rarely have to see Garret and I know I will never engage in combat if at all possible. Also, I didn't even mention the plot. That's simply because I don't care. I play this game like I play minecraft.

    Don't believe the reviews and rosy-eyed nostalgics. It is one of the best games I have ever played. You will definitely enjoy this if you like stealth games (not stealth-action).

    Sorry for a long one :D    … Expand
  100. Bentraxx
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    Why i give full 10 points? I'm an old Thief Fan since 1998. And i can tell you that i really enjoying this Reboot! I love the atmosphere and also the Level Design. I can't understand all this negative reviews here. That doesn't deserve this game! Maybe the AI is a bit weak but it's no big problem.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 37
  3. Negative: 2 out of 37
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2014
    81
    Not the best brand relaunch ever, but forgetting the great predecessors, it's a decent game of its own. [March 2014]
  2. Hyper Magazine
    Apr 9, 2014
    80
    It may not be a traditional Thief game and the story may be awful but there's still some great stealth to be had. [May 2014, p.66]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 7, 2014
    60
    This new Thief does a lot things right but can still be rather clumsy at times. Definitely worth trying, though. [Issue #240]
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