Just got Thief GOLD, a question about patches.

CandyStick on 14/12/2007 at 23:15

Hi guys.

I just got a copy of Theif Gold. I finally figured it was about time I try the famed Theif series. I am not really a fan of stealth elements I've seen in other games, but figured, since Theif is made by same guys who did System Shock 2, it's really a no brainer to give it a try. Anyway, before I install, I am curious if there is a texture pack upgrade for the game like the one for SS 2? I read through the sticky on top, but it doesn't mention it unless I've missed it. Thanks in advance, and off I got to install (on Windows Vista, so hopefully it will work).

Digital Nightfall on 14/12/2007 at 23:20

I fixed your misspelling of Thief in your topic title. I suggest you do the same for your post.

SS2 and Thief were not made by the same teams - one was made by Looking Glass and the other by Irrational. Some individuals worked on both games.

No, a texture upgrade project for Thief Gold does not exist. However one which upgrades the objects does, and may be released within the next month or two.

Yakoob on 14/12/2007 at 23:37

Actually, that's incorrect. There's several Theif Gold texture patches found here: (http://www.thief-thecircle.com/media/patches/)

CandyStick on 14/12/2007 at 23:41

Quote Posted by Yakoob

Actually, that's incorrect. There's several Theif Gold texture patches found here: (http://www.thief-thecircle.com/media/patches/)

Cool, thanks. It's not a really big deal, but it always helps with oldies like Theif. Should I get all of these or just play as is. And drawbacks? And fine DN, I'll fix the spelling if it bothers you so much. ;)

I am talking about these two:

Thief 1 & Gold AI Mesh & Skin Patch (GIF Version) - 4.83 Megs - readme.txt
This patch will equip your Thief 1 or Gold game with Thief 2 style meshes and skins. The GIF version offers skins with 256 color. Made by Daemonoite.

Thief Gold Texture Patch (Hardware Version) - 5.32 Megs - readme.txt
This patch will replace your Thief Gold textures with updated ones from Thief 2. Made by Orgy.

Chuck on 15/12/2007 at 00:14

I before E, people.:rolleyes:

theBlackman on 15/12/2007 at 00:22

Quote Posted by Chuck

I before E, people.:rolleyes:

Except after C and a few others. :)

CandyStick on 15/12/2007 at 00:31

Quote Posted by Chuck

I before E, people.:rolleyes:

I was just about to fix the spelling, BUT I think I'll just leave it now. :p

Anyway, I just tried THIEF. Intro doesn't work, not even the credits work (when I click on credits, nothing happens), and the game hangs after few seconds in training, actual first mission seems to work fine (I was able to run around for a bit). But I would rather have the full experience, with intro, briefings, and training so I know what I am doing. I tried installing the codecs from disc, and it didn't fix anything. Anyone running the game sucesfully on Vista? Any help would be appriciated.

Yakoob on 15/12/2007 at 00:35

You can always open the CD and go to the movies folder and watch it through there (if they work). My briefings somehow stopped working halfway through the game so I had to resort to doing that.

As for the texture patches, can't advise you on those; I played vanilla.

jtr7 on 15/12/2007 at 00:43

Did you read the (http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75031) Frequently Asked Questions for Thief?

The problems you describe are very common and asked about A LOT.

(http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75031#movies)
(http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75031#hyperthread)

Plus, spelling Thief correctly makes it easier for others to find in a search.

Whee!

CandyStick on 15/12/2007 at 01:04

I mentioned that I did the codec install from disc, as for dual care problem, when I checked "Affimity", it only showed that the game was using one. I GUESS I can live with having to watch cutscenes seperatly, but I wish the training would work at least, so I could learn how to play.