Master Thief Garrett is contacted by the Keeper Artemus, who wants him to steal two valuable artifacts. Meanwhile, Garrett learns that the coming of a Dark Age had been prophesied long ago. Gaining access to the Keeper Prophecies, Garrett learns that an ancient book known as the Compendium of Reproach contains more information about the prophecy. As Garrett is trying to solve the mystery, it becomes more and more clear to him that there is a traitor in the order of the Keepers.

Thief: Deadly Shadows is the third installment in the Thief series. The game follows the same design philosophy and gameplay structure that distinguished its predecessors. As before, stealth is the key to successful completion of missions. Avoiding confrontation with the guards, Garrett has to make his way through the levels towards the objective. Shadows and sounds play a large role, as guards will react to suspicious noises, and studying their patrolling routines is essential.

A few gameplay elements have been slightly altered. Garrett can no longer swim, but is able to use climbing gloves that attach him to the walls. He can also flatten himself against walls while standing; if in shadow, he remains completely unnoticeable that way. The player can see Garrett's limbs even if he is viewed from first-person perspective, allowing more precise movements. Switching to third-person view is also possible.

The most significant gameplay change is the non-linear exploration of the City, which has been added to the largely linear missions. In order to access the next mission, Garrett has to explore the City. On his way, he can overhear conversations, steal valuables, avoid or knock out the guards, and even accept secondary missions, which will influence his reputation with some of its factions.

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Alternate Titles

"神偷：死亡阴影" -- Chinese spelling (simplified)
"Thief III" -- Working title
"Thief 3. Тень смерти" -- Russian spelling
"Thief 3: Zlowieszcze Cienie" -- Polish title
"TDS" -- Informal name
"Dark Project: Deadly Shadows" -- French title

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Merchant	Title	Platform	Price
	Thief: Deadly Shadows	Xbox	$5.89
	Thief 3: Deadly Shadows	Windows	$3.94
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User Reviews

Equilibrium.	Windows	dreamstealer (146)
All good things must come to an end	Windows	HandofShadow (49)
Some great additions for the series, and some drawbacks too	Windows	Jack Lightbeard (2618)
Steal this Review!	Xbox	MasterMegid (899)
The best yet. It's still "Thief" though, so if you're not a fan, stay well away.	Windows	Shazbut (158)
Garrett Makes His Triumphal Return	Windows	Bet (633)

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The Press Says

GameZone	Windows	Jun 20, 2004	9 out of 10	90
Gameplanet	Windows	Aug 02, 2004		90
GameSpot	Xbox	May 25, 2004	8.3 out of 10	83
PC Powerplay	Windows	Mar, 2005	83 out of 100	83
WomenGamers.com	Windows	Jul 30, 2004	8 out of 10	80
Yahoo! Games	Xbox	May 25, 2004		80
Game Revolution	Xbox	Jun, 2004	B	75
Game Informer Magazine	Windows	Jul, 2004	7.25 out of 10	72
Joystick (French)	Windows	Jul, 2004	7 out of 10	70
GameSpy	Xbox	May 24, 2004		60

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Trivia

This game is commonly referred as Thief III because its the 3rd in the series that Warren Spector had produced whilst working at Looking Glass Studios. Eidos essentially closed Looking Glass while Thief II was a new release. As fate and John Romero would have it, Spector and crew were brought on board to IonStorm. (Note: IonStorm is also Eidos funded studio.)

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