Different assist mechanics like Focus or object highlighting can be turned off

Mar 27, 2013 09:23 GMT  ·  By

The Thief reboot will have specific options that are going to please Thief purists and hardcore players that don't want any assists to interfere with the regular gameplay.

Thief titles have delivered some impressive stealth experiences over the years and now developer Eidos Montreal wants to reboot the whole series by reimagining its universe while keeping the main protagonist, Garrett.

We have already heard a few details about the gameplay mechanics, including the special Focus system that will be completely optional.

Now, the game's Director, Nick Cantin, told fans on the Eidos forums that various mechanics that help players, like object highlighting, can be turned on or off.

Cantin has emphasized that Thief purists who want a challenge that tests their stealth skills will be pleased with the amount of options in the game.

The new Thief title will appear next year for PC and next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 4 or Xbox 720.