Thief returns in Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow

If you gave me 50 guesses, the return of Thief would not have made it onto my Bingo card, but that's precisely what happened today at Sony's State of Play. Coming to PCVR, Meta, and PlayStation VR2, Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow will introduce a new protagonist, reintroduce The City, and ask us once again to climb ropes, shoot water arrows, and blackjack would-be catchers in the back of the head. Eyes up – we've got our first trailer, and you absolutely should watch till the end...

Yes...that's exactly who you thought it was. If you've ever imagined being Garrett, sneaking around and liberating folks of their hard-earned coin, this is your chance.

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.

The world of Thief has never looked this good, which is amazing given that it's running in VR! If there's ever been a second protagonist, it's always been The City. Let's learn a little bit about this dark and dangerous place, as well as new protagonist Magpie's role in it.

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.

if you recognize the developers, Vertigo Games, they're the creators of Metro Awakening, Arizona Sunshine, and more. They are collaborating with developer Maze Theory, as well as Eidos-Montréal to bring the legendary cutpurse adventure to life.

Richard Stitselaar, CEO of Vertigo Games had this to say:

“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 also chimed in with his thoughts on the Thief franchise.

“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.”

CEO of Maze Theory, Phil White, capped things off with his thoughts on his team's enthusiasm for the series:

"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.”

I couldn't be more excited for this one! Thief is one of the reasons why I love stealth titles to this day, so it's fantastic to see it make a triumphant return.

Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow is now available to wishlist on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and Steam VR.