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Cool

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: January 09, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I played Thief 1 and I still playing Thief 2. They are excellent games. Good graphics, good sound. And I'm waiting for Thief 3.

Engrossing-addicitve

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: January 21, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This was a surprise for me - I am normally an RPG player, but this was as good if not better than most RPG games. The character, the storyline are richly developed and draws you in so that when it ends it leaves you wanting more. I'm with the first reviewer - I want Thief 3, 4, 5, 6.....

The Lovely game of Thief

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 26, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I loved Thief 1, the way you could sneak around and whack people wiht a club behind the head, so I decided to buy this Bundle to play the new Thief,(which is going to be out of stock veeeerrrry soon because Looking Glass closed down), and the old one to remind myself of how complete this package is, I know I will enjoy playing these games, I hope you will too :).

Two of the BEST Games EVER made

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 9
Date: February 11, 2003
Author: Amazon User

there comes a time in the life of a gamer when he grows tired of playing the same old boring FPS (First Person Shooter) games he or she have come to love (don't get me wrong, they still rock!) this is where thief and thief 2 come in. when i first got these two games, my heart pounded in suspense, my mind was going haywire, and the drool slowly formed in pools on the table. no game to this date has captured my ultimate interest, passion, excitement, and overall fun than these two games. these are the BEST games i have EVER played. not even Deus Ex matched up to all of the amazement and wonder i went through as i played these games. this game is a "first person sneaker" where stealth is more crucial than braun (and i mean it, this isn't your metal gear solid 2, i could just cap him easily sort of thing!) guards react to your sounds and the sight of you, shadows are used to hide, items such as water arrows, mines, scouter eyes, etc, are your allies, and the gold and wealth is yours for the taking (literally, you can steal valuables for money!) graphically, the dark engine is outdated, but who cares, it still looks decent in my book, adds a rich and creepy atmosphere, and can handle even low end machines. not only do you go up against guards, but machines, beasts, and the ever-so-popular undead as well (which totally will scare the living ... out of you). overall, if you want two incredible games with great stories, gameplay, atmosphere, and strategy, GET THESE GAMES IMMEDIATELY! also, be on the lookout for Thief 3, by Ion Storm. Gaming Guru Creator Warren Spector (Deus Ex, System Shock 2) is helping in the design and the graphics will be using the Unreal Havoc engine. Thank you, Looking Glass, for a tremendous experience!

The game that won me over to action-adventures

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: March 17, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I thought nothing could be better than graphic adventures like Riddle of the Sphinx or the Myst series. I heard this game was about NOT trying to kill, so I gave it a try and within minutes I knew what I had been missing. I'm only half way through Thief I and already I'm waiting for Thief III. The game is enormous especially using Alex Fung's terrific, huge walkthru to experience the entire game.
This game makes you think. No mindless killing, in fact 'Experts' must NOT kill or they will fail the mission. I love the quiet and the solitude without worrying about something jumping out at you. Nothing is timed. No traditional puzzled to pull your hair out over. Treasures are everywhere and so are ingenious traps. The selection of arrows (water to put out torches, moss to soften footsteps, fire to explode on impact, etc.) make this game the best gaming experience I have ever had and I have played over 100 adventure games. This is the only game I have felt I wanted to write a review for.

Justadventure.com is monitoring the latest from the developers of Thief III, so take a look.

Two of the best computer games ever.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 7
Date: March 26, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I bought these individually when they were first released. They are some of the best computer gaming times I've had. Every 6 months or so, I re-install them and play through again. On expert level. At night with the lights off. Wearing headphones to get the full effect.

The first time through, you will have dreams about this game. And when you aren't playing it, you will still look for shadows to hide in, and listen to your own footsteps.

Thief 1 was released in 1998, and Thief 2 in 2000, so the graphics are a few years old--lower res, and fewer polys than modern games (as mentioned by other reviewers) but don't let that stop you. The enjoyment and playability is equal or better than anything released since!

Holds up 3 years later

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: May 02, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Man, what an incredible couple of games! Can't say enough great things about them. I reinstalled Thief 1 this week after not having played it for about 3 years, and it's still just as amazing now. "Return to the Cathedral" is a legendary level, and it very well might scare the gonads outta the ol' jewel bag when the undead guard rushes up on you.

Thief 2 is just as good and creey in a slightly more science-gone-awry way.

Both of these games succeed in creating a very specific feeling world that you will think about once the box is shut off. The level of dramatic tension they deliver is incredible, on par with a really good scary film.

An alternative Gaming Experience

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

What made this game so awesome was the fact that it was first person, but not your typical mindless shooter. It is a game all about observation, stealth and wit. It takes patience to lurk in the shadows, watching a guard's route, waiting for him to pass you, and then knocking him on the head with your handy dandy blackjack and then pulling him into the shadows.

The levels are huge and exploring every nook and cranny is heart-pounding fun. The immersion faction is huge with this game. As another reviewer mentioned, just turn off the lights, plug the headphones in and GO! It's also a good game to play with another person as they can help you make game decisions. Warning, though, it can lead to some horrid arguments as you get a glimpse into another person's sometimes faulty logic and decision-making skills! Enough said there.

There are some drawbacks that serious gamers will be able to overcome. For instance, the graphics are a little old. The AI gets a bit predictable, the voices of the characters are goofy and annoying. The loot is like 2 polys and not very diverse. But, the hugeness of the game, and the complexity of the missions more than makes up for these minor short comings.

I still dream about this world.

Something Different!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 5
Date: July 02, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Wow!! This Game`s Amazing!
I`ve never seen a game that combines:
1. Ability to Hide in the shadows
2. Ability to take things
3. Ability to control your walk

If you want something different, this is your game!
Part III? When? Fans Are Waiting!!

Im not sure if I love it or hate it.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: July 28, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game has a wonderful idea for it and a great storyline, but Garrett the Thief has such glitchy movement that I almost thought of giving it 1 star, but once you can get past that this game is wonderful. Buy this package while its still 15 dollars before it goes out of stock.

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