By Sagar V. Mankar 
Gaming veterans Warren Spector and Paul Neurath, the masterminds behind classics like Deus Ex, Ultima, and Thief, are back with an exciting new project. Their studio, OtherSide Entertainment, revealed Thick As Thieves at The Game Awards 2024, promising to bring a fresh twist to the stealth genre they helped create.
Storyline
Set in the fictional city of Ordene during the early 1900s, this multiplayer stealth game combines the thrill of heists with competitive gameplay. Players take on the role of master thieves working for the mysterious Thieves Guild, competing against both other players and computer-controlled guards to claim valuable treasures.
Gameplay
What makes Thick As Thieves special is its unique PvPvE (Player vs Player vs Environment) approach. Instead of just sneaking past guards and security systems, you’ll need to outsmart other real players who are after the same prizes. Picture yourself carefully planning the perfect heist, only to have another player swoop in and steal your hard-earned loot at the last second!
The game features distinct playable characters, including The Hood, The Spider, and The Chameleon, each offering different ways to approach your missions. As you complete heists and earn rewards, you can customize your thief’s abilities and equipment to match your preferred playstyle, whether that’s sneaking through windows or finding hidden underground passages.
Ordene isn’t your typical historical setting – it’s a world where magic and technology coexist. Players will encounter everything from traditional armed guards to supernatural security systems and enchanted traps. The city itself becomes a character, filled with corrupt nobles, street-smart civilians, and mysterious figures who might help you… for the right price.
The game emphasizes player choice and adaptation. While speed can be important, knowing your environment and planning carefully often proves more valuable. You’ll need to study patrol routes, locate unlocked windows, and identify the perfect shadows for hiding. Every mission presents a new challenge, ensuring no two heists feel exactly the same.
Release Date and Price
Publisher Megabit has confirmed that Thick As Thieves will be released in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store). While the exact price hasn’t been announced, industry analysts expect it to fall in the $30-40 range, similar to other multiplayer-focused titles like Helldivers 2 ($39.99) and Palworld ($29.99).
The announcement trailer showcases the game’s first-person perspective and atmospheric setting, following a tense heist where multiple thieves compete to steal a valuable egg-shaped artifact from the McEwan Estate. The footage highlights the game’s emphasis on stealth, competition, and quick thinking when plans go awry.
Sources: The Game Awards 2024 announcement, PlayStation Blog, Steam store page