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After seeing Thief Remastered, I'm calling it: That doomed Deux Ex remaster should get rebooted with Nightdive in…The upcoming remasters of Thief: The Dark Project by Nightdive Studios and Deus Ex by Aspyr present a stark contrast in approach and reception. While Nightdive's Thief remaster is praised for its faithful yet enhanced visuals, Aspyr's Deus Ex remaster has drawn criticism for a perceived dated graphical overhaul. The article suggests that Aspyr's project should be rebooted, ideally with Nightdive's involvement, given the positive reception to their work on System Shock 2 and Thief.
We've A Sneaky Feeling Nightdive's Latest Remaster Will Be AwesomeNightdive Studios has revealed its upcoming remaster of Thief: The Dark Project, originally released in 1998. The updated version will feature enhanced visuals, textures, and animations, and will include all content from Thief Gold. It is slated for a Winter release on Nintendo Switch, with a free upgrade path to the successor console, Switch 2.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Sneaks Back Onto Console And PC This WinterNightdive Studios, in collaboration with Eidos-Montréal and Atari, has announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, set to launch this winter for PC and modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The remaster utilizes Nightdive's KEX Engine to update visuals and UI while preserving the core gameplay mechanics of the original 1998 stealth classic and its Thief Gold expansion.
Quiet As A Shadow: Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Redefines Stealth For A New GenerationNightdive Studios, Eidos-Montréal, and Atari have announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a modern revival of the 1998 stealth classic. Utilizing Nightdive's KEX Engine, the remaster includes the original game and content from Thief Gold, launching this Winter on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC platforms, and previous generation consoles. The game emphasizes pure stealth gameplay, rewarding players for using light, sound, and misdirection to overcome challenges.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Announced by Nightdive, Out This WinterNightdive Studios has announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a remaster of the classic stealth title from Looking Glass Studios. It will launch this Winter for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, featuring 4K resolution and 120 FPS support. The remaster includes all original content and improvements to enemy animations, textures, and level design, with support for custom campaigns.
Stealth classic Thief: The Dark Project is getting the remaster treatment from retro specialist Nightdive StudiosNightdive Studios is developing a remaster of the classic stealth game Thief: The Dark Project, which will also include content from Thief Gold. The remaster will feature enhanced visuals, quality-of-life improvements like a weapon wheel, controller support, and up to 4K/120fps performance. It is scheduled for a winter release on PC and consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4, Switch, and PCAtari, Nightdive Studios, and Eidos Montreal have announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a revival of the 1998 stealth classic. The game will launch this winter for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The remaster includes the original game and content from Thief Gold, featuring updated graphics, UI, and support for custom campaigns.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered announcedAtari, Nightdive Studios, and Eidos Montreal have announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a revival of the 1998 stealth classic. The remaster, built with Nightdive's KEX Engine, will include the original game and all content from the Thief Gold re-release. It is set to launch this winter for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, featuring updated graphics, UI, and support for custom campaigns.- 007 och Thick as Thieves stänger säsong 10 av FZ High ScoreSeason 10 of FZ High Score has concluded, with the game '007: From Russia with Love' achieving the highest average score, surpassing 'Thick as Thieves'. The competition saw a close race for the top spots, with the top three players winning exclusive t-shirts.
In 1997, Warren Spector told us the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex was inspired by Final Fantasy, Miyamoto, and 'the…A 1997 interview with legendary game designer Warren Spector reveals his early inspirations for the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex, including Final Fantasy VII and Shigeru Miyamoto's work. Spector discussed his move to Ion Storm and his vision for a first-person RPG that blended console accessibility with deep simulation, initially planning to use the Quake II engine before ultimately opting for Unreal.
14 years ago we published our Elder Scrolls 6 wishlist, and honestly? It still holds upThis article revisits a 2012 PC Gamer wishlist for The Elder Scrolls VI, noting how many of its predictions and desires still hold relevance 14 years later. It discusses potential features like returning to the Iliac Bay, exploring Akavir, and incorporating deeper NPC reactivity and companion systems, comparing them to elements found in Bethesda's later titles like Fallout 4 and Starfield.- Fyra FZHS-spel har deadline – gissa innan midnattFour games have upcoming deadlines for voting on FZ High Score: Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, Thick as Thieves, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Players must submit their score predictions before midnight. The article also mentions other games with upcoming deadlines and provides links to rules and past results.
- Rena rånet! Thick as Thieves blir tokbilligtThe stealth action game Thick as Thieves, led by Warren Spector, will launch on May 20th for $5. Initially planned as PvPvE, the game now features a solo or two-player co-op experience with distinct character abilities. It will be available on Steam and Epic Games Store, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions planned.
The Thick as Thieves campaign will be 'at least four hours' in length, which is pretty short, but on the upside it's a whole lot cheaper than I ever would've guessedOtherside Entertainment announced that their upcoming stealth heist game, Thick as Thieves, will launch on May 20 for PC at a price of $5. The initial campaign is expected to be at least four hours long and will serve as an introduction to the game's world. The developers, including industry veterans Paul Neurath and Warren Spector, aim to attract players with the low price point and gather feedback for future content development.
The classic Terra Nova: Strike Force Centauri from 1996 has a surprise update from Nightdive StudiosNightdive Studios has released a surprise update for the 1996 classic Terra Nova: Strike Force Centauri, originally developed by Looking Glass Studios. The update includes a new all-in-one launcher, replaces DOSBox with DOSBox Staging, adds cloud save support, and ensures compatibility with macOS Intel and Apple Silicon. This update aims to bring the game up to modern standards without a full remake.
Fantasy heist sim Project Shadowglass is even more inspired by Thief than I had realised, as a new trailer shows off water arrows, blackjack knockouts, and authentically sloppy swordfightingA new trailer for the fantasy heist game Project Shadowglass reveals deep inspiration from Thief: The Dark Project, showcasing mechanics like water arrows and blackjack knockouts. Developed by Starhelm Studios, the game features open-ended levels, simulated 3D audio, and a planning stage for heists. While still in early development with no release date, a demo is planned for later this year.
Fallout 3 lead Emil Pagliarulo tried to stuff it to the gills with Deus Ex DNA: 'As much immersive sim as was…Fallout 3 lead designer Emil Pagliarulo aimed to incorporate as many immersive sim elements as possible, drawing heavy inspiration from Deus Ex. He discussed how the team supported diverse playstyles and mechanics like the limb damage system, which was directly influenced by Deus Ex. Pagliarulo noted that this design DNA has spread to studios like Arkane, who also have roots in immersive sim development.
Meet the man who stuffed as much Deus Ex into Fallout 3 as was "humanly possible"Emil Pagliarulo, lead designer and writer for Fallout 3, discusses the significant influence of Deus Ex on his design philosophy for the game. He aimed to incorporate as much immersive sim gameplay as possible, particularly focusing on enhancing stealth mechanics and emergent consequences, drawing parallels to his work on earlier titles like Thief II: The Metal Age.