Thick as Thieves Review
IGN • • technology
Key Points:
- Thick as Thieves is a stealth co-op game set in 1910s Kilcairn, a fictional Scottish city blending magic and technology, where players complete heists using unique thief abilities and strategic gameplay.
- The game features two highly detailed, multi-story levels with dynamic paths and objectives, encouraging players to make smart decisions and use a variety of tools, including a unique Vistara Diamond that reveals traps and secrets.
- Players face challenges from guards and immortal ghostly enemies called Hauntstables, who cannot be knocked out and require tactical avoidance or distraction, adding tension and complexity to missions.
- Storytelling is primarily delivered through text-based communiques and scattered notes, creating a subtle narrative woven into the heists, though much of it can be missed, especially during co-op play.
- The online co-op mode enhances the experience by allowing players to coordinate and assist each other, making the game more engaging despite its limited number of levels and replaying environments.