Thief II: The Metal Age

Thief II: The Metal Age is a sequel to the popular stealth action series, in which the gameplay has not undergone serious changes, but the setting has changed significantly. Now it has become even more shifted towards steampunk.

Review

The action takes place in the same universe several years after the finale of the previous installment. During this time the world has changed drastically, with technology such as robots, security cameras and advanced security systems playing a huge role in it.

Behind all these inventions is the powerful Mechanist faction. During his routine theft adventures, the protagonist is ambushed by members of this faction. Getting rid of the pursuit, he begins to dig under them and learns that they are kidnapping people for some secret experiments. 

Gameplay

Among the main gameplay features of the stealth adventure Thief II: The Metal Age is important to note:

1. Stealthy actions on the part of the player are well encouraged - extra points are given in huge quantities.
2. Several levels of difficulty and on the last one the user is forbidden to kill other characters, even if they are armed and block the protagonist's way.
3. Locations have become more open and large compared to the previous part.
4. The parkour mechanics was implemented, thanks to which the player can move on roofs, climb walls and any ledges.
5. The Persian has an impressive arsenal, but the main weapon is a bow with different types of arrows.