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Thief VR is a huge slap on the face and kick in the teeth for everyone who has been waiting for more than a decade to return to the City
- Embracer Group's decision to release Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow has stirred disappointment among fans of the beloved Thief franchise.
- Embracer, formerly Nordic Games, expanded rapidly by acquiring various game properties, including Thief.
- Following a significant investment deal failure, Embracer faced setbacks and initiated layoffs and studio closures.
- Thief, an influential game in the stealth genre's history, has received a lackluster VR adaptation, disappointing fans.
- The announcement of Thief VR has raised concerns among enthusiasts about the franchise's future under Embracer's control.
- The immersion and impact of Thief on game development have been underappreciated in the VR adaptation.
- The decision to focus on a VR experience for Thief has been met with criticism due to limitations in audience reach and gameplay innovation.
- Critics view VR as a gimmick and question the necessity of confining a beloved franchise like Thief to VR technology.
- The VR adaptation of Thief lacks compelling new features that would justify its exclusive VR medium.
- Fans express concern that Embracer's approach to game development lacks an understanding of the essence and legacy of titles like Thief.
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