During Sony's State of Play event in June, Maze Theory and Vertigo Games unveiled Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, reigniting excitement among fans of the cult-classic franchise. Originally developed by Looking Glass Studios and Eidos Interactive, the Thief series has been dormant for over a decade, making this VR adaptation a highly anticipated revival.

The Thief series began with Thief: The Dark Project in 1998, followed by Thief 2: The Metal Age (2000) and Thief: Deadly Shadows (2004). A reboot in 2014 by Square Enix reintroduced the series to modern platforms, but the franchise remained quiet until now. The upcoming Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow promises to deliver the same tense, noise-sensitive stealth gameplay that defined the originals, now enhanced by VR immersion.

The announcement trailer revealed that Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow will launch on PlayStation VR2 later this year. Players will assume the role of Magpie, a cunning thief navigating The City's shadowy underworld in pursuit of a mythical artifact. The game joins the ranks of legendary stealth titles like Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory and Metal Gear Solid V, where sound and visibility play critical roles in gameplay.

Fans were thrilled to hear the return of Garrett’s iconic voice in the trailer, signaling a faithful continuation of the series' legacy. Many agree that VR technology enhances stealth gameplay, offering unparalleled immersion as players sneak through dark corridors, pick locks, and evade guards.

Sony's showcase also featured updates on Silent Hill f, Ghost of Yotei, and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, alongside surprises like 007 First Light and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. While some fans hoped for news on Bungie's Marathon or Marvel's Wolverine, Thief VR's announcement stood out as a major highlight.