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+ | {{Disambig|the 1998 game|the 2014 reboot|[[Thief]]}} | ||
{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
|cover = Thief The Dark Project cover.jpg | |cover = Thief The Dark Project cover.jpg | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Looking Glass Studios}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Looking Glass Studios}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Eidos Interactive}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Eidos Interactive|1998-2009}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix|2009-2023}} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Eidos-Montréal|2023-present}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sold Out Software|Re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|Dark Engine}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Dark Engine}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows| | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|December 1, 1998}} |
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|thief-the-dark-project|92}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|thief-the-dark-project|rating}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Stealth, Immersive sim}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Steampunk, Fantasy, Medieval, Victorian}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Thief}} | ||
+ | |official site= https://web.archive.org/web/20010413075643/http://www.eidosinteractive.com/gss/legacy/thiefportal/index.html | ||
|steam appid = 211600 | |steam appid = 211600 | ||
− | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = 1207658997 |
+ | |hltb = 10300 | ||
+ | |lutris = thief-gold | ||
|strategywiki = Thief: The Dark Project | |strategywiki = Thief: The Dark Project | ||
+ | |mobygames = 357 | ||
|wikipedia = Thief: The Dark Project | |wikipedia = Thief: The Dark Project | ||
|winehq = 442 | |winehq = 442 | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
− | |||
− | ''' | + | {{Introduction |
− | + | |introduction = | |
+ | |||
+ | |release history = In November 1999, the game received an expanded re-release called '''''Thief: Gold''''' with 3 new missions, edited existing missions, new enemies and bug fixes. This version of the game is more widely available, and is the only one sold on digital stores. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = The retail version of the game has significant issues running out-of-the-box (e.g. stability, rendering, cutscene codec breaking after a few sessions). Several [[#Unofficial Patches|unofficial patches]] have been created over the years, most notably the [[#NewDark|NewDark]] engine and [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://www.ttlg.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=65 TTLG Forums - Thief Series] |
− | + | {{mm}} [https://www.ttlg.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=85 TTLG Forums - modding & mission design] | |
− | {{mm}} [ | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207658997|thief_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1207658997|thief_series|for game series}} | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/211600/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | disc check |[[#TFix|TFix]] removes the CD check. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc check |[[#TFix|TFix]] removes the CD check. | | Windows }} | ||
− | |||
{{Availability/row| Amazon | B009IXL5FO | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B009IXL5FO | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| GOG | thief_gold | DRM-free | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | thief_gold | DRM-free | Thief Gold. Uses TFix Lite 1.26. Includes manual, wallpaper, reference card, soundtrack, avatars and concept arts. | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| GMG | thief-gold | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | thief-gold | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | thief-gold-the-dark-project | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | thief-gold-the-dark-project | Steam | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 211600 | | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 211600 | DRM-free | Thief Gold. | | Windows }} |
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Thief: Gold includes extra missions and some other enhancements. | + | {{ii}} '''''Thief: Gold''''' includes extra missions, bug fixes, and some other enhancements, but makes controversial changes to existing missions that tone down supernatural themes and otherwise alter the perception of characters. |
+ | {{ii}} Thief: Gold can be manually downgraded to Thief: The Dark Project if the player wishes to play the game closer to as originally published (though not perfectly) by using [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=140679 GoldToDark]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Demo versions=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} An [http://ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141747 updated version] of the [https://thief.fandom.com/wiki/Thief:_The_Dark_Project_Demo original demos] is available. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | === | + | ===Unofficial Patches=== |
− | {{ii}} [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134733 TFix] updates the game with [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141148 NewDark] for modern systems. | + | ====[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141148 NewDark]==== |
− | {{ii}} Restart the current mission (or progress to the next one) after patch installation | + | NewDark is an fan-developed update patch to the Dark Engine that let Thief: The Dark Project / Thief: Gold runs on modern systems. |
+ | {{ii}} Can be applied alongside TFix for additional improvements. Later versions of TFix also have NewDark pre-installed. | ||
+ | {{--}} Based on Thief 2 source code, so it is not as accurate to Thief Gold as it is for Thief 2. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134733 TFix]==== | ||
+ | TFix is an "upgrade" patch that updates the game with [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141148 NewDark], which improves compatibility for modern systems. | ||
+ | {{++}} Features many mission fixes and optional texture mods. | ||
+ | {{--}} The GOG release has an out-of-date, lite version of this patch. | ||
+ | {{--}} Unlike the GOG release, the Steam release does not use TFix. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Restart the current mission (or progress to the next one) after patch installation, otherwise various issues may manifest, such as torches that do not properly go out when extinguished. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.gog.com/forum/thief_series/legacy_olddark_patches_for_thief_1_2 OldDark Legacy Patch]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Allows the original (aka OldDark) engine to run on modern systems. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Also available for [[Thief II: The Metal Age]]. | ||
+ | {{--}} Not as stable as NewDark, but more true to the original experience. | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Tell intro not to play|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Tell intro not to play|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|cam.cfg}} in a text editor. |
# Add the line <code>skip_intro</code> to the file and save it. | # Add the line <code>skip_intro</code> to the file and save it. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | == | + | ===Scale UI Accurately=== |
− | === | + | {{Fixbox|description=UI scales incorrectly at higher resolutions|ref={{cn|date=June 2022}}|fix= |
− | + | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | |
− | + | # Go to the installation folder. | |
− | + | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}} in a text editor. | |
− | + | # Change <code>;d3d_disp_scaled_2d_overlay 64</code> to <code>d3d_disp_scaled_2d_overlay 64</code>. | |
− | + | # Save the file. | |
− | + | }} | |
− | |||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\}} |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} Configuration files are: | + | {{ii}} Configuration files are: {{file|cam.cfg}} (basic settings, resolution), {{file|cam_ext.cfg}} (NewDark advanced settings), {{file|cam_mod.ini}} (mod and fan mission options), {{file|install.cfg}} and {{file|user.bnd}} (key bindings). |
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\SAVES}} |
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} Fan mission saves are kept in the mission's folder. | {{ii}} Fan mission saves are kept in the mission's folder. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |gog galaxy | + | |discord = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |origin | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = true |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | | | + | |origin = |
− | | | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
− | {{Video settings | + | {{Image|Thief The Dark Project Video GOGcom.png|In-game video settings (GOG.com version).}} |
− | |wsgf link = | + | {{Image|Thief The Dark Project Resolution.png|In-game resolution settings (GOG.com version).}} |
+ | {{Video | ||
+ | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/thief-dark-project | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = silver | |multimonitor wsgf award = silver | ||
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|antialiasing = hackable | |antialiasing = hackable | ||
|antialiasing notes = Install [[#TFix|TFix]]. | |antialiasing notes = Install [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
+ | |upscaling = | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = hackable | |vsync = hackable | ||
|vsync notes = See [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | |vsync notes = See [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | ||
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|120 fps = hackable | |120 fps = hackable | ||
|120 fps notes = See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. | |120 fps notes = See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. | ||
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = false |
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
|color blind = false | |color blind = false | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
− | }} | + | }}<gallery> |
+ | Thief The Dark Project General Video.png|In-game general video settings (retail version). | ||
+ | Thief The Dark Project Advanced Video.png|In-game advanced video settings (retail version). | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set FOV|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set FOV|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Install [[#TFix|TFix]] and set the resolution you want in-game. | # Install [[#TFix|TFix]] and set the resolution you want in-game. | ||
− | # If | + | # If the proper FOV is not detected, go to the installation folder and edit {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
− | # Change <code>;fov 90</code> to <code>fov ##</code> with the FOV | + | # Change <code>;fov 90</code> to <code>fov ##</code> with the desired FOV. |
− | # Save | + | # Save the changes and relaunch the game. |
}} | }} | ||
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# Install [[#TFix|TFix]]. | # Install [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Edit | + | # Edit {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
# Change <code>;force_windowed</code> to <code>force_windowed</code>. | # Change <code>;force_windowed</code> to <code>force_windowed</code>. | ||
− | # Save | + | # Save the changes and set the chosen resolution in-game. |
{{ii}} For [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|borderless fullscreen windowed]] mode choose the desktop resolution in-game. | {{ii}} For [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|borderless fullscreen windowed]] mode choose the desktop resolution in-game. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable Vsync|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Disable Vsync|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Edit | + | # Edit {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
# Change <code>;vsync_mode 0</code> to <code>vsync_mode 0</code> and save your changes. | # Change <code>;vsync_mode 0</code> to <code>vsync_mode 0</code> and save your changes. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set frame rate and correct game speed|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set frame rate and correct game speed|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Edit | + | # Edit {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
− | # Change <code>framerate_cap 100.0</code> to <code>framerate_cap ###</code> with the | + | # Change <code>framerate_cap 100.0</code> to <code>framerate_cap ###</code> with the desired framerate. |
− | # Change <code>;phys_freq 60</code> to <code>phys_freq 60</code> and save | + | # Change <code>;phys_freq 60</code> to <code>phys_freq 60</code> and save the changes. |
− | # For more than 250 FPS change <code>SlowFrame 4</code> to <code>;SlowFrame 4</code> | + | # For more than 250 FPS, change <code>SlowFrame 4</code> to <code>;SlowFrame 4</code> |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Image|Thief The Dark Project Controls.png|In-game control settings.}} |
+ | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = false | |acceleration option = false | ||
− | |acceleration option notes = No game-managed mouse acceleration. In addition, Windows mouse acceleration can be disabled in-game by adding <code>use_raw_mouse_input</code> to | + | |acceleration option notes = No game-managed mouse acceleration. In addition, Windows mouse acceleration can be disabled in-game by adding <code>use_raw_mouse_input</code> to {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = Default sensitivity is very high. | |mouse sensitivity notes = Default sensitivity is very high. | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
+ | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
+ | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = Go to Options and set Joystick: On. | |controller support notes = Go to Options and set Joystick: On. | ||
|full controller = false | |full controller = false | ||
− | |full controller notes = | + | |full controller notes = Pausing and menu navigation cannot be rebound from their mouse and keyboard inputs. |
− | |controller remap = | + | |controller remap = limited |
− | |controller remap notes = | + | |controller remap notes = Analog triggers and the right analog stick cannot be bound. |
− | |controller sensitivity = | + | |controller sensitivity = false |
− | |controller sensitivity notes= | + | |controller sensitivity notes= Lacks analog camera movement. |
− | |invert controller y-axis = | + | |invert controller y-axis = false |
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | | | + | |xinput controllers = unknown |
− | | | + | |xinput controllers notes = |
− | |button prompts | + | |xbox prompts = unknown |
− | |button prompts notes | + | |xbox prompts notes = |
+ | |impulse triggers = false | ||
+ | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 = true | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 notes = Supports Directinput controllers. | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts = false | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts notes = | ||
+ | |light bar support = false | ||
+ | |light bar support notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes = false | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers= false | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts = false | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
+ | |other controllers = true | ||
+ | |other controllers notes = Supports DirectInput controllers | ||
+ | |other button prompts = false | ||
+ | |other button prompts notes= | ||
|controller hotplug = unknown | |controller hotplug = unknown | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
|haptic feedback = unknown | |haptic feedback = unknown | ||
|haptic feedback notes = | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
− | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = true |
|simultaneous input notes = | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
− | |steam input api = | + | |steam input api = false |
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
− | | | + | |steam hook input = true |
− | | | + | |steam hook input notes = |
− | }} | + | |steam input presets = unknown |
+ | |steam input presets notes = | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts = false | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = false | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
+ | }}<gallery> | ||
+ | File:Thief The Dark Project Remapping 1.png|In-game key map settings (1/4). | ||
+ | File:Thief The Dark Project Remapping 2.png|In-game key map settings (2/4). | ||
+ | File:Thief The Dark Project Remapping 3.png|In-game key map settings (3/4). | ||
+ | File:Thief The Dark Project Remapping 4.png|In-game key map settings (4/4). | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio settings | + | {{Image|Thief The Dark Project Audio.png|In-game audio settings (GOG.com version).}} |
+ | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = false | |separate volume = false | ||
|separate volume notes = Master volume and ambient sound (usually controls background music in addition to atmospheric sound effects, like machinery). | |separate volume notes = Master volume and ambient sound (usually controls background music in addition to atmospheric sound effects, like machinery). | ||
|surround sound = hackable | |surround sound = hackable | ||
− | |surround sound notes = See [[#EAX support|EAX support]]. Up to 7.0 output.<ref> | + | |surround sound notes = See [[#EAX support|EAX support]]. Up to 7.0 output.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> May require [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]] for non NewDark versions. |
|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
− | |subtitles notes = | + | |subtitles notes = Supported since NewDark 1.22. Simply update the game with the latest [[#TFix|TFix]], go to this [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144354 page], and follow the instructions. |
|closed captions = false | |closed captions = false | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes = A3D 1.0, [[#EAX support|EAX 1]]<ref> | + | |eax support notes = A3D 1.0, [[#EAX support|EAX 1]]<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20000709230049/http://www.vortexofsound.com/techhelp/gm_thf.htm|title=Games Tech Help: Thief: The Dark Project - Vortex of Sound (retrieved)|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install patch and OpenAL|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install patch and OpenAL|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Install NewDark using [[#TFix|TFix]]. | # Install NewDark using [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
− | # Install [https:// | + | # Install [https://www.openal.org/downloads/ OpenAL 1.1]. |
# In the game go to Options, Audio, and change Hardware Acceleration to OpenAL. EAX can now be used. | # In the game go to Options, Audio, and change Hardware Acceleration to OpenAL. EAX can now be used. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = For subtitles use the [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144354 New Thief Gold subtitles patch]. | |notes = For subtitles use the [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144354 New Thief Gold subtitles patch]. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |fan notes = | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation - [https://www.abcgames.cz/?p=preklady_zobraz&id=4014 GOLD] ⠀ [https://www.abcgames.cz/?p=preklady_zobraz&id=4016 #2] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. Patch for digital release [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/779-thief-gold-german-patch/ here]. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Hungarian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/thief/thief/188 Fan translation by KGy.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Polish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. Patch for digital release [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1620531649 here]. A subtitles patch has existed, but is currently lost.<ref>https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144354&p=2286351&viewfull=1#post2286351</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation by «Dark Fate Team», [https://www.darkfate.org/view/details/translates/thief1 download]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Spanish | |language = Spanish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = hackable |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = hackable |
− | |notes = | + | |fan = true |
− | |fan = | + | |notes = Fan translation by ''Clan Dlan'', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZOSiPDRlWI1_awzxxl7j6bw8tjCQsb25/view?usp=drive_link download]. |
− | | | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Turkish | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation by Dark Glyphs, [https://steamcommunity.com/groups/darkglyphs here]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|native 3d notes = | |native 3d notes = | ||
|nvidia 3d vision = hackable | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
− | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138821 install/setup instructions]. | + | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138821 install/setup instructions]. Alternatively see [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2018/06/thief-gold.html Helix Mod: Thief Gold]. |
|tridef 3d = unknown | |tridef 3d = unknown | ||
|tridef 3d notes = | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
|iz3d = hackable | |iz3d = hackable | ||
|iz3d notes = See [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138821 install/setup instructions]. | |iz3d notes = See [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=138821 install/setup instructions]. | ||
+ | |vorpx = true | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = 2D | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = Officially supported game, see [https://www.vorpx.com/supported-games/ official vorpx game list]. Available 3D mode not confirmed yet. | ||
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
|htc vive notes = | |htc vive notes = | ||
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|osvr = | |osvr = | ||
|osvr notes = | |osvr notes = | ||
− | |||
− | |||
|keyboard-mouse = | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
|keyboard-mouse notes = | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
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|trackir = | |trackir = | ||
|trackir notes = | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
|play area seated = | |play area seated = | ||
|play area seated notes = | |play area seated notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install TFix|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install TFix|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set game in compatibility mode for Windows 98 / Windows ME|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
− | If | + | If the gamma still can not be changed: |
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
# Change <code>;d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code> to <code>d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code>. | # Change <code>;d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code> to <code>d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code>. | ||
+ | # If running in windowed or borderless fullscreen mode, change <code>;d3d_disp_sw_cc</code> to <code>d3d_disp_sw_cc</code> | ||
# Save the file. | # Save the file. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ===Retail version | + | ===Retail version does not install=== |
− | {{ii}} Owners of the original disc version may encounter problems when attempting to install on modern operating systems.<ref>http://www.saleck.net/creations/gamefixguides/thief.php</ref> | + | {{ii}} Owners of the original disc version may encounter problems when attempting to install on modern operating systems.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.saleck.net/creations/gamefixguides/thief.php|title=saleck.net|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Copy files manually|fix= |
− | # | + | # Copy the {{file|THIEF|folder}} folder found on the '''first''' disc to a non-protected folder. |
− | # | + | # Copy the {{file|THIEF|folder}} folder found on the '''second''' disc to the same folder as in the previous step, overwriting the first folder's content. |
− | # | + | # Install [[#TFix|TFix]]. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{ii}} Thief has frame rate issues in fullscreen mode on Windows 8 and later. | {{ii}} Thief has frame rate issues in fullscreen mode on Windows 8 and later. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Install TFix|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= |
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Lag and stuttering=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Add a line to user.cfg|{{Refurl|url=https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=151458&p=2476888#post2476888|date=September 2021}}|fix= | ||
+ | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|USER.cfg}}. | ||
+ | # Add the line <code>small_portal_repel</code>. | ||
+ | # Save the file. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=TFix and config tweak|ref={{cn|date=February 2021}}|fix= | ||
Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. | ||
+ | # Change <code>d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code> to <code>;d3d_disp_no_rgb10_buf</code>. | ||
+ | # Save the file. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | = | + | {{Fixbox|description=TFix and config tweak|{{Refurl|url=https://www.systemshock.org/index.php?PHPSESSID=ujoki04u79ugbqijdebdgk94cg&topic=106.msg47055#msg47055|date=February 2024}}|fix= |
− | + | Install NewDark via [[#TFix|TFix]]. | |
− | {{ | ||
− | |||
− | {{ | + | # Go to the installation folder. |
− | # | + | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
− | + | # Change <code>framerate_cap 100.0</code> to <code>framerate_cap 70.0</code> | |
− | # | + | # Save the file. |
− | |||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Laggy/jittery mouse input=== |
− | [http://www. | + | {{Fixbox|description=Add a line to cam_ext.cfg|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlphaYellow|date=2023-01-13}}</ref>|fix= |
+ | Install NewDark via [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
− | + | # Go to the installation folder. | |
− | + | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. | |
+ | # Add the line <code>use_raw_mouse_input</code>. | ||
+ | # Save the file. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | === | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use MarkC's Mouse Acceleration Fix |fix= |
− | {{ | + | # Go to [http://donewmouseaccel.blogspot.com/2010/03/markc-windows-7-mouse-acceleration-fix.html this website]. |
+ | # Follow the instructions on the site. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=T2Fix and config tweak|ref={{cn|date=February 2021}}|fix= | ||
+ | Install NewDark via [[#T2Fix|T2Fix]]. | ||
− | {{ | + | # Go to the installation folder. |
− | # | + | # Open {{file|cam_ext.cfg}}. |
− | + | # Change <code>;d3d_disp_limit_gpu_frames 1 1</code> to <code>d3d_disp_limit_gpu_frames 1 1</code>. | |
− | + | # Save the file. | |
− | < | ||
− | |||
− | </ | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
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|mantle support = | |mantle support = | ||
|mantle support notes = | |mantle support notes = | ||
− | |vulkan | + | |vulkan versions = |
− | |vulkan | + | |vulkan notes = |
|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===View bob=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} By default, Thief: The Dark Project has view bob that may cause motion sickness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Edit the configuration file|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Open {{file|{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg}} with a text editor. | ||
+ | # Find the line ''';bob_factor 0.3'''. | ||
+ | # Remove the semicolon and set the value to 0. | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | bob_factor 0.0 | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Mods=== | ||
+ | ====[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149706 AngelLoader]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Standalone FM loader where you can manage, install, and play all of your FMs in one place. | ||
+ | {{++}} Supports Thief 1, Thief 2, Thief: Deadly Shadows and System Shock 2. | ||
+ | {{++}} Well maintained and open source. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====Fan Missions==== | ||
+ | A large number of Fan Missions, many of very high quality, have been produced for the Thief games. | ||
+ | {{ii}}A categorised list [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144797 is available here]. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Some of the older FMs for Thief Gold and the Dark Project suffer compatibility issues when played with TFix/NewDark. An [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=143759 ongoing effort] to preserve, test and fix these missions has resulted in [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=145374 a series of patches]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Running Fan Missions|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Install [[#TFix|TFix]] and ensure the installer option to create a shortcut to the FM Selector is checked. If you did not check this option, add the [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]] <code>-fm</code> on a Thief desktop shortcut or in the Steam interface. | ||
+ | # Start FM Selector using this shortcut. | ||
+ | # Select a folder for installed missions and an FM .zip archive path when prompted. Do not put the archive path inside the FMs folder or vice-versa, otherwise things will not work correctly. | ||
+ | # To install a mission, drop its .zip file (do not extract it) into your chosen archive path, start the selector, double click the mission/zip file name and select 'Ok'. It has now been extracted to the installed missions folder. | ||
+ | # Launch the mission by double-clicking the name again. To launch the original game select 'Skip FM' in the lower-left corner. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====Texture mods==== | ||
+ | <br>'''[http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141621 Enhancement Pack 2.0]'''<br/> | ||
+ | An updated version of the original Enhancement Pack (which is included in [[#TFix|TFix]] and is much less comprehensive). This contains higher-quality reproductions of original textures and objects. Also works with [[Thief II: The Metal Age]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144312 The Necro Project]'''<br/> | ||
+ | Very similar to the Enhancement Pack 2 but focuses on giving the game a slightly darker, noir look. Somewhere between the EP2 and HD Mod in lore accuracy. Also works with [[Thief II: The Metal Age]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-hd-texture-mod Thief Gold HD Texture Mod]'''<br/> | ||
+ | Adds new textures, effects and enemy skins to all original missions. Significantly alters the game's graphical style (far more than the two packs above). The mod is compatible with Thief: The Dark Project and Thief Gold. Includes a tool to configure advanced graphics settings (Anti-Aliasing, Bloom, etc.). An [https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-hd-texture-mod/forum/thread/thief-gold-hd-mod-faq FAQ with installation steps] is available. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149825 Thief Gold ESRGAN Texture Pack] ([https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-esrgan-pack mirror])'''<br/> | ||
+ | Thief Gold textures upscaled 4x using AI, more accurate to the original textures than other texture packs, but of less resolution than other alternatives. | ||
+ | It is far higher in resolution and detail than the original textures however. Provides a more vanilla but HD look for the game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149825 Thief Gold HQ Paintings Pack] ([https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-esrgan-pack/addons/thief-12-hq-paintings-v1 mirror])'''<br/> | ||
+ | Standalone addition of the ESRGAN mod for Thief Gold and [[Thief II: The Metal Age]]. All paintings from the game being manually recreated using real-life originals from online galleries in HQ 1024x1024 resolution. Could be used with any other modifications. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====Additional mods==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=150803 AM16's Thief1 Fixed]'''<br/> | ||
+ | Fixes many issues in the original maps, such as misaligned textures and bugs, no changes to gameplay have been done. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=119405 Sound effects enhancement pack]'''<br/> | ||
+ | Provides cleaned-up and resampled sound files for Thief Gold and [[Thief II: The Metal Age]]. The quality difference is particularly noticeable when wearing headphones. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149961 ESRGAN Video Pack] ([https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-esrgan-pack/addons/thief-gold-esrgan-sd-cinematics-pack-v21 mirror]) [https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=150579 60 FPS version]'''<br/> | ||
+ | Provides AI upscaled cinematics with 320x240->640x480 size enhancement and 15 to 30 or 15 to 60 fps conversion with filtering compression artifacts of the original videos. Requires [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134733 TFix] to work. | ||
+ | It's a part of the Thief Gold ESRGAN Texture Pack, but can be installed standalone. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-gold-fresh-ui Thief Gold Fresh UI]'''<br/> | ||
+ | provides a new UI for Thief Gold. | ||
+ | |||
+ | <br>'''[https://www.moddb.com/mods/thief-the-black-parade Thief: The Black Parade]'''<br/> The Black Parade | ||
+ | a full on expansion, almost as large as the game itself | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
+ | ===Steam=== | ||
+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
+ | |||
+ | |minOS = XP, Vista | ||
+ | |minCPU = 1.8 GHz | ||
+ | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |minHD = 2 GB | ||
+ | |minVRAM = | ||
+ | |minGPU = | ||
+ | |minDX = 7 | ||
+ | |||
+ | |recOS = | ||
+ | |recCPU = | ||
+ | |recRAM = 1 GB | ||
+ | |recHD = | ||
+ | |recGPU = | ||
+ | |recDX = 9 | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Disc Version=== | ||
{{System requirements | {{System requirements | ||
|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
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|recGPU = SVGA video card and a 3D accelerator card | |recGPU = SVGA video card and a 3D accelerator card | ||
|recVRAM = 4 MB | |recVRAM = 4 MB | ||
+ | |recaudio = Aureal Vortex for A3D 1.X<br/>EAX 1 compatible device like SoundBlaster Live!, Audigy or X-FI | ||
|recother = 8x CD-ROM drive | |recother = 8x CD-ROM drive | ||
+ | |notes = {{ii}} The system requirements for [[#TFix|NewDark/TFix]]- and by extension those for the GOG.com release- are higher than the original requirements listed here. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 23:17, 2 June 2024
This page is for the 1998 game. For the 2014 reboot, see Thief.
Developers | |
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Looking Glass Studios | |
Publishers | |
1998-2009 | Eidos Interactive |
2009-2023 | Square Enix |
2023-present | Eidos-Montréal |
Re-release | Sold Out Software |
Engines | |
Dark Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 1, 1998 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 92 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Stealth, Immersive sim |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Steampunk, Fantasy, Medieval, Victorian |
Series | Thief |
Thief | |
---|---|
Thief: The Dark Project | 1998 |
Thief II: The Metal Age | 2000 |
Thief: Deadly Shadows | 2004 |
The Dark Mod (unofficial spin-off) | 2009 |
Thief | 2014 |
Thief: The Dark Project is a singleplayer first-person stealth and immersive sim game in the Thief series.
In November 1999, the game received an expanded re-release called Thief: Gold with 3 new missions, edited existing missions, new enemies and bug fixes. This version of the game is more widely available, and is the only one sold on digital stores.
The retail version of the game has significant issues running out-of-the-box (e.g. stability, rendering, cutscene codec breaking after a few sessions). Several unofficial patches have been created over the years, most notably the NewDark engine and TFix.
General information
- TTLG Forums - Thief Series
- TTLG Forums - modding & mission design
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | TFix removes the CD check. | |||
Amazon.com | Thief Gold. | |||
GOG.com | Thief Gold. Uses TFix Lite 1.26. Includes manual, wallpaper, reference card, soundtrack, avatars and concept arts. | |||
Green Man Gaming | Thief Gold. | |||
Humble Store | Thief Gold. | |||
Steam | Thief Gold. |
Version differences
- Thief: Gold includes extra missions, bug fixes, and some other enhancements, but makes controversial changes to existing missions that tone down supernatural themes and otherwise alter the perception of characters.
- Thief: Gold can be manually downgraded to Thief: The Dark Project if the player wishes to play the game closer to as originally published (though not perfectly) by using GoldToDark.
Demo versions
- An updated version of the original demos is available.
Essential improvements
Unofficial Patches
NewDark
NewDark is an fan-developed update patch to the Dark Engine that let Thief: The Dark Project / Thief: Gold runs on modern systems.
- Can be applied alongside TFix for additional improvements. Later versions of TFix also have NewDark pre-installed.
- Based on Thief 2 source code, so it is not as accurate to Thief Gold as it is for Thief 2.
TFix
TFix is an "upgrade" patch that updates the game with NewDark, which improves compatibility for modern systems.
- Features many mission fixes and optional texture mods.
- The GOG release has an out-of-date, lite version of this patch.
- Unlike the GOG release, the Steam release does not use TFix.
- Restart the current mission (or progress to the next one) after patch installation, otherwise various issues may manifest, such as torches that do not properly go out when extinguished.
OldDark Legacy Patch
- Allows the original (aka OldDark) engine to run on modern systems.
- Also available for Thief II: The Metal Age.
- Not as stable as NewDark, but more true to the original experience.
Skip intro videos
Tell intro not to play[citation needed] |
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|
Scale UI Accurately
UI scales incorrectly at higher resolutions[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via TFix.
|
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/211600/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Configuration files are:
cam.cfg
(basic settings, resolution),cam_ext.cfg
(NewDark advanced settings),cam_mod.ini
(mod and fan mission options),install.cfg
anduser.bnd
(key bindings).
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\SAVES[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/211600/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Fan mission saves are kept in the mission's folder.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | Install TFix. | ||
Multi-monitor | Install TFix. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Install TFix. | ||
4K Ultra HD | Install TFix. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Install TFix. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Install TFix. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See Vertical sync (Vsync). | ||
60 FPS | For Windows 8 and later use TFix. | ||
120+ FPS | See High frame rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Field of view (FOV)
Set FOV[citation needed] |
---|
|
Windowed
Set windowed mode[citation needed] |
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|
Vertical sync (Vsync)
- Installing TFix enables Vsync by default. Vsync can be disabled.
Disable Vsync[citation needed] |
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|
High frame rate
Set frame rate and correct game speed[citation needed] |
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|
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | No game-managed mouse acceleration. In addition, Windows mouse acceleration can be disabled in-game by adding use_raw_mouse_input to cam_ext.cfg . |
|
Mouse sensitivity | Default sensitivity is very high. | |
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | Go to Options and set Joystick: On. | |
Full controller support | Pausing and menu navigation cannot be rebound from their mouse and keyboard inputs. | |
Controller remapping | Analog triggers and the right analog stick cannot be bound. | |
Controller sensitivity | Lacks analog camera movement. | |
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers | Supports Directinput controllers. | |
---|---|---|
PlayStation button prompts | ||
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes |
Generic/other controllers | Supports DirectInput controllers | |
---|---|---|
Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Steam Input | ||
---|---|---|
Steam Input API support | ||
Hook input (legacy mode) | ||
Official controller preset(s) | ||
Steam Controller button prompts | ||
Cursor detection |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Master volume and ambient sound (usually controls background music in addition to atmospheric sound effects, like machinery). | |
Surround sound | See EAX support. Up to 7.0 output.[1] May require DirectSound 3D restoration software for non NewDark versions. | |
Subtitles | Supported since NewDark 1.22. Simply update the game with the latest TFix, go to this page, and follow the instructions. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 1.0, EAX 1[2] | |
Royalty free audio |
EAX support
- Thief features enhanced 3D sound effects that originally required a Creative sound card with special EAX drivers. To use EAX effects on modern systems, do the following:
Install patch and OpenAL[citation needed] |
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|
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | For subtitles use the New Thief Gold subtitles patch. | |||
Czech | Fan translation - GOLD ⠀ #2 | |||
French | Retail only. | |||
German | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Hungarian | Fan translation by KGy. | |||
Polish | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. A subtitles patch has existed, but is currently lost.[3] | |||
Russian | Fan translation by «Dark Fate Team», download. | |||
Spanish | Fan translation by Clan Dlan, download. | |||
Turkish | Fan translation by Dark Glyphs, here. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Nvidia 3D Vision | See install/setup instructions. Alternatively see Helix Mod: Thief Gold. | ||
iZ3D | See install/setup instructions. | ||
vorpX | 2D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. Available 3D mode not confirmed yet. |
Issues fixed
- A detailed forum thread for technical difficulties is available on the Through The Looking Glass forum.
Crashes on multi-core systems
Install TFix[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via TFix. |
Videos do not play
Install TFix[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via TFix. |
Set game in compatibility mode for Windows 98 / Windows ME |
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Gamma slider has no effect on gamma/brightness
TFix and config tweak[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via TFix. If the gamma still can not be changed:
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Retail version does not install
- Owners of the original disc version may encounter problems when attempting to install on modern operating systems.[4]
Copy files manually |
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Low frame rate in fullscreen mode
- Thief has frame rate issues in fullscreen mode on Windows 8 and later.
Install NewDark via TFix[citation needed] |
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Lag and stuttering
Add a line to user.cfg |
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Install NewDark via TFix.
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TFix and config tweak[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via TFix.
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TFix and config tweak |
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Install NewDark via TFix.
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Laggy/jittery mouse input
Add a line to cam_ext.cfg[5] |
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Install NewDark via SS2Tool.
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Use MarkC's Mouse Acceleration Fix |
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T2Fix and config tweak[citation needed] |
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Install NewDark via T2Fix.
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 6, 9 | DirectX 9 requires NewDark/TFix. |
Software renderer |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | DirectSound, OpenAL | OpenAL requires NewDark/TFix. |
View bob
- By default, Thief: The Dark Project has view bob that may cause motion sickness.
Edit the configuration file[citation needed] |
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bob_factor 0.0 |
Mods
AngelLoader
- Standalone FM loader where you can manage, install, and play all of your FMs in one place.
- Supports Thief 1, Thief 2, Thief: Deadly Shadows and System Shock 2.
- Well maintained and open source.
Fan Missions
A large number of Fan Missions, many of very high quality, have been produced for the Thief games.
- A categorised list is available here.
- Some of the older FMs for Thief Gold and the Dark Project suffer compatibility issues when played with TFix/NewDark. An ongoing effort to preserve, test and fix these missions has resulted in a series of patches.
Running Fan Missions[citation needed] |
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Texture mods
Enhancement Pack 2.0
An updated version of the original Enhancement Pack (which is included in TFix and is much less comprehensive). This contains higher-quality reproductions of original textures and objects. Also works with Thief II: The Metal Age.
The Necro Project
Very similar to the Enhancement Pack 2 but focuses on giving the game a slightly darker, noir look. Somewhere between the EP2 and HD Mod in lore accuracy. Also works with Thief II: The Metal Age.
Thief Gold HD Texture Mod
Adds new textures, effects and enemy skins to all original missions. Significantly alters the game's graphical style (far more than the two packs above). The mod is compatible with Thief: The Dark Project and Thief Gold. Includes a tool to configure advanced graphics settings (Anti-Aliasing, Bloom, etc.). An FAQ with installation steps is available.
Thief Gold ESRGAN Texture Pack (mirror)
Thief Gold textures upscaled 4x using AI, more accurate to the original textures than other texture packs, but of less resolution than other alternatives.
It is far higher in resolution and detail than the original textures however. Provides a more vanilla but HD look for the game.
Thief Gold HQ Paintings Pack (mirror)
Standalone addition of the ESRGAN mod for Thief Gold and Thief II: The Metal Age. All paintings from the game being manually recreated using real-life originals from online galleries in HQ 1024x1024 resolution. Could be used with any other modifications.
Additional mods
AM16's Thief1 Fixed
Fixes many issues in the original maps, such as misaligned textures and bugs, no changes to gameplay have been done.
Sound effects enhancement pack
Provides cleaned-up and resampled sound files for Thief Gold and Thief II: The Metal Age. The quality difference is particularly noticeable when wearing headphones.
ESRGAN Video Pack (mirror) 60 FPS version
Provides AI upscaled cinematics with 320x240->640x480 size enhancement and 15 to 30 or 15 to 60 fps conversion with filtering compression artifacts of the original videos. Requires TFix to work.
It's a part of the Thief Gold ESRGAN Texture Pack, but can be installed standalone.
Thief Gold Fresh UI
provides a new UI for Thief Gold.
Thief: The Black Parade
The Black Parade
a full on expansion, almost as large as the game itself
System requirements
Steam
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.8 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 7 compatible | DirectX 9 compatible |
Disc Version
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | 98 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 166 MHz | Intel Pentium 266 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | 64 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 210 MB | 230 MB |
Video card (GPU) | SVGA video card 1 MB of VRAM DirectX 6 compatible | SVGA video card and a 3D accelerator card 4 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | 100% DirectX 6.0 compatible sound card | Aureal Vortex for A3D 1.X EAX 1 compatible device like SoundBlaster Live!, Audigy or X-FI |
Other | 4x CD-ROM drive | 8x CD-ROM drive |
- The system requirements for NewDark/TFix- and by extension those for the GOG.com release- are higher than the original requirements listed here.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (211600) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Games Tech Help: Thief: The Dark Project - Vortex of Sound (retrieved) - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ https://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144354&p=2286351&viewfull=1#post2286351
- ↑ saleck.net - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2023-01-13