Thick As Thieves Goes Cheap at Launch, Testing Whether Players Want a Smaller Heist First and a Bigger World Later

OtherSide Entertainment's Thick As Thieves will launch on PC on 20 May for just $4.99, with the 29 April news confirming that the first release is an introductory campaign rather than a full giant product.

That is an interesting strategy. The game will arrive with at least four hours of content, 16 missions, two replayable maps, and a gear set, while future content depends partly on player engagement.

For gamers, this could be refreshing or worrying depending on expectations. The positive reading is that the studio is being honest: pay a low price, try the stealth-heist systems, and help shape what comes next. In a market where many games ask for premium prices before proving themselves, a low-cost first chapter lowers the risk. The negative reading is that players may wonder whether they are buying a complete game or funding a prototype roadmap.

The impact depends on communication and quality. If the missions are replayable, systems-driven, and fun with friends, this could become a smart community-first launch. If it feels thin, players may treat it like a paid demo.