Warren Spector's Otherside Entertainment is pricing Thick as Thieves aggressively at $4.99, positioning the stealth game as an "introductory campaign" rather than a full release. The game launches May 20th with 16 missions across two maps, delivering roughly four hours of gameplay with six unlockable gear pieces.
This represents a significant pivot from the studio's original vision. Thick as Thieves started as a PvPvE multiplayer stealth experience but shifted toward traditional single-player and co-op gameplay. That's a tacit admission the multiplayer direction wasn't working, though Spector and Paul Neurath's pedigree (both Looking Glass veterans) suggests they understand stealth design fundamentals.
The budget price point makes sense for an introductory package, but it also signals caution. Otherside isn't committing to a full-scale release, instead testing waters with this slender slice. That's smart risk management, though it leaves questions about post-launch plans and whether players will see substantial expansions worth their time.
The Thief inspiration matters here. Fans craving that franchise's DNA will find something worth five dollars. Whether it evolves into something substantial depends entirely on what comes after launch.