The stealth classic Thief is back – this time in virtual reality. Vertigo Games brings together Maze Theory and with the participation of Eidos‑Montréal the new one Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow out of here. And yes: the return to “The City“ relies heavily on stealth, shadows and tangible haptics – including the iconic voice of Stephen Russell as Garrett.
Coming out on December 4th, 2025 Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow for PlayStation 5 (requires PS VR2). At the same time, the title is also for Meta Quest as well as PC VR (SteamVR) provided. Pre-orders have already been activated, and there is a time-limited discount at the start.
You don’t slip into the boots of the well-known master thief, but rather play the young thief Make a pie. In the dark fantasy steampunk metropolis “The City“You break into stately homes, avoid guards, steal artifacts – and are killed in the process Garrett observed. In the English original is again Stephen Russell to hear what makes veterans of the series feel right at home.
Classic Thief‑Feeling in VR
The developers promise what Thief made it great: multiple solutions, non-linear levels, play of light and shadow as a core mechanic and a tool chain from lockpick to arrow. PS VR2 should be with OLED black, headset feedback and the SenseControllers ensure that “I’m really there” feeling. The goal is a truly immersive sim experience – just with hands, head movements and a real look over your shoulder.
Costs to start Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow around 29.99 (currency depending on the store), with a pre-order discount of 10 percent. On PlayStation Store, Meta Store and Steam The title can already be added to your wish list or pre-ordered.
Assessment by the SHOCK2 editorial team
Thief shaped together at the end of the 90s Looking Glass Studios the stealth genre. That Eidos‑Montréal gets involved here in an advisory capacity and Maze Theory The VR implementation is not just fodder for nostalgia, but also a commitment to the DNA of the series: quiet, creative, systemic. If the VR mechanics keep what the trailers promise, it could Legacy of Shadow the most authentic so far”Thief-feeling” since The Metal Age deliver – just within reach.
