Stealth classic Thief: The Dark Project is getting the remaster treatment from retro specialist Nightdive Studios
Nightdive Studios, the retro specialist known for remastering classic games, has announced it will be remastering Thief: The Dark Project, the legendary 1998 stealth action game originally developed by Looking Glass Studios. The remaster is coming to PC and consoles, bringing the first-person stealth experience to modern platforms with updated graphics and features.
Thief: The Dark Project follows master thief Garrett as he navigates the shadowy streets of The City, pioneering the immersive sim stealth action genre that influenced countless games over the past three decades. The announcement was made at the PC Gaming Show and has been met with enthusiasm from the gaming community, with media expressing confidence in Nightdive’s ability to preserve and enhance the classic while maintaining its core appeal.
This marks another success for Nightdive’s remastering efforts, following their acclaimed work on System Shock and System Shock 2. The studio has built a strong reputation for respectfully updating beloved retro games for modern audiences without compromising what made them special. The remaster will include enhanced graphics capabilities, including 4K support, allowing players to experience Thief with significantly improved visuals while preserving the gameplay that made it iconic.