UK-based studio Maze Theory, known for developing several Doctor Who VR games and *Peaky Blinders: The King’s Ransom*, has teamed up with publisher Vertigo Games to announce the release date of *Thief: Legacy of Shadow*. This new stealth action game is set to launch on December 4, but with a twist—it will be exclusively available for virtual reality (VR) devices.
While VR gaming still represents a small slice of the overall industry, fans of the format likely own a PlayStation VR2, Quest 2 or 3, or a Steam VR-compatible headset. For these players, *Legacy of Shadow* offers an exciting new adventure.
The game brings players back to The City, eleven years after the 2014 reboot by Eidos Montréal. Much like in previous *Thief* titles, The City is a world of shadows—controlled by powerful elites and feared by the oppressed masses. Its rooftops form a complex maze above narrow, winding streets, patrolled by The City Watch. This ruthless force enforces the iron will of Baron Ulysses Northcrest, a tyrant who crushes any hint of rebellion.
In *Thief: Legacy of Shadow*, players won’t take on the role of Garrett, the franchise’s iconic protagonist. Instead, you step into the shoes of Magpie, a clever thief orphaned by Northcrest’s brutality and hardened by life on the streets. For Magpie, stealing is not just a skill—it’s survival.
Everything changes when Magpie uncovers a legendary artefact, a relic carrying a legacy from the past. This discovery forces her to dig deep into The City’s darkest secrets and expose a sinister conspiracy threatening its very foundation.
Maze Theory has designed immersive, VR-centric gameplay mechanics that allow players to steal, evade, and outsmart The City’s controlling forces in innovative ways. Expect tactile VR interactions like pickpocketing guards, prying open hidden compartments, and bypassing locks with your own hands.
*Thief: Legacy of Shadow* also promises an arsenal of arrows and tools to help players distract, disable, or eliminate threats through immersive VR archery. Each heist offers multiple pathways and playstyles, giving you the freedom to choose whether to sneak past guards undetected or take them down from the shadows.
For VR enthusiasts craving a fresh stealth experience, *Thief: Legacy of Shadow* is shaping up to be an unmissable title this holiday season. Mark your calendars for December 4—and get ready to dive into the shadows once again.
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