Publisher Vertigo Games and developer Maze Theory have announced Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, a new reimagining of the Thief franchise for VR platforms in collaboration with original developer Eidos-Montreal.
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow is in development for SteamVR, Meta Quest 2 and 3, and PlayStation VR2 with a release set for this fall.
Richard Stitselaar, CEO of Vertigo Games, said, “We set out to create a VR experience where players don’t just play a thief; they become one. It’s a privilege to work alongside Eidos-Montréal and Maze Theory on such an iconic franchise and bring it to life in a way that’s never been done before. This is the kind of immersive storytelling and interactivity we believe defines the future of the medium.”
Steven Gallagher, Creative Director at Eidos-Montréal, “Thief has always been about mastering the shadows, using a mix of tools and wit to navigate its dark and dangerous world. Whether you’re sneaking through or taking a more direct approach with arrows and the blackjack, it’s a place full of intrigue. Seeing it reimagined in VR is incredibly exciting, bringing a whole new depth to Thief’s atmospheric world, and we can’t wait for both longtime fans and new players to experience it in virtual reality.”
Phil White, CEO of Maze Theory, “It’s been tough keeping this one in the shadows—literally. We’ve been in full stealth mode, but now it’s time to step into the light and finally unveil Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow. The team has worked tirelessly to stay true to the spirit of the series, delivering a level of immersion unlike anything you’ve seen. This is what stealth feels like when you are the thief.”
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:
The City is a place of shadows, ruled by the powerful and feared by the oppressed. Its rooftops form a labyrinth above the narrow, twisting streets. The City Watch prowls relentlessly, enforcing the iron will of Baron Ulysses Northcrest, a tyrant who crushes rebellion before it can take root.
You are Magpie, a cunning thief orphaned by Northcrest’s brutality and shaped by the streets, who steals as the only means to survive. That is, until you uncover something greater: a legendary artifact holding a legacy from the past. Use immersive VR mechanics to steal, evade, and outsmart the forces controlling The City. Unravel its darkest secrets and expose a sinister conspiracy that looms over its very foundation.
Unleash the thrill of stealth
Experience the world of thief for the first time in vr, blending classic stealth gameplay with next-gen immersion. Use your body to sneak past guards and your hands to pickpocket, pry open hidden compartments, and bypass locks through tactile interactions. Wield an array of arrows and tools to distract, disable, or eliminate threats with an arrow shot from your bow as you climb rooftops, sneak through back alleys, and uncover secrets in a dark, steampunk-inspired world. Every heist offers multiple paths and playstyles, whether you sneak past guards unseen or take them down from the shadows.
Step into the dark and dangerous streets of the city
The city is a place of shadows, ruled by the tyrant baron ulysses northcrest. You are magpie, a cunning thief orphaned by northcrest’s brutality and shaped by the streets, who steals as the only means to survive. That is, until you uncover something greater: a legendary artifact holding a legacy from the past. Steal, evade, and outsmart the forces controlling the city to unravel its darkest secrets and expose a sinister conspiracy.
A legacy reimagined for VR
Thief vr: legacy of shadow is brought to you by vertigo games, the award-winning creators of metro awakening and arizona sunshine, in close collaboration with eidos-montréal, and is currently in development by maze theory.
Key Features:
- A Legendary Franchise Returns: Experience the world of Thief in VR for the first time, blending classic stealth gameplay with next-gen immersion.
- Master the Shadows: Stick to the darkness, evade patrols, and outmaneuver enemies with real-time stealth mechanics.
- Realistic Thieving: Pickpocket guards, pry open hidden compartments, and bypass locks with tactile VR interactions.
- Precision & Skill: Use an array of arrows and tools to distract, disable, or eliminate threats with immersive VR archery.
- Explore The City: Climb rooftops, sneak through back alleys, and uncover secrets in a dark, steampunk-inspired world.
- Choose Your Approach: Every heist offers multiple paths and playstyles—sneak past guards unseen or take them down from the shadows.