Thieves Guild - Smash N Grab

Join the Thieves Guild in this medieval heist game! Smash cases, grab loot, and escape before guards catch you. Will you become a legend or end up in the dungeon? The gold—and the risk—are yours!

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Inspiration

My love for Dungeons & Dragons, The Elder Scrolls series, and classic stealth games like Thief inspired this project. These games immerse you in rich, atmospheric worlds where strategy and creativity drive gameplay. As a rogue main in D&D, I’ve always dreamed of an experience where every player embodies a cunning thief, working together to pull off daring heists. Combining that with the thrill of cooperative gameplay from titles like Payday, I set out to create a medieval heist game with the charm of a fantasy setting.

The Vision

Thieves Guild - Smash N Grab captures the thrill of planning a perfect heist while navigating a dynamic fantasy world. Players take on the role of a rogue, equipped with tools and wit, to steal loot, outsmart guards, and make daring escapes. Each heist challenges players to balance risk and reward, with every playthrough offering new surprises.

Building the Game

I started creating in Horizon Worlds while working for the helpdesk at Facebook/Meta. The tools provided endless possibilities for interactive storytelling and world-building. After leaving Meta, I continued honing my skills, blending my love for fantasy games with immersive VR mechanics.

Challenges

  • Adapting Code to TypeScript: Converting codeblocks to TypeScript was a steep learning curve but improved the game’s maintainability and scalability.
  • Keeping Up with Tools: Staying updated with Horizon Worlds’ evolving features was both challenging and exciting.
  • Balancing Gameplay: Creating mechanics that are fun, accessible, and replayable while fitting the fantasy heist theme.

What I Learned

  • The importance of adapting and learning new programming languages like TypeScript for better optimization.
  • How to design immersive, replayable gameplay inspired by The Elder Scrolls and Thief.
  • Staying flexible when integrating new tools and updates into a growing project.

The Future

I envision expanding Thieves Guild with deeper heists, more tools, and even elements of storytelling inspired by games like The Elder Scrolls. This project combines my favorite elements from stealth and fantasy games, and I’m excited to share it with players who love immersive, cooperative adventures as much as I do.

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