Mini Thief

65%
Game Brain Score Based on 137 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In Mini Thief, play as the master thief and steal valuable items without being caught by the homeowner. As you progress, levels become more challenging with increased loot opportunities. With enough support, the game could expand to include online multiplayer modes and additional development goals. The game features unique sprites and tilesets that can be used in other projects.

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Reviews

65%
Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game has a fun and unique concept that offers enjoyable gameplay, especially for fans of stealth and strategy.
  • It features a charming retro aesthetic and engaging mechanics that can be rewarding once mastered.
  • The multiplayer mode and level creation options provide additional replayability and community engagement.
  • The lack of a checkpoint system and the penalty of losing all loot upon getting caught can be extremely frustrating and discouraging.
  • The game suffers from bugs and poor execution, including confusing controls and unskippable cutscenes that disrupt the flow.
  • Content is limited, with repetitive gameplay and a lack of variety in levels, making it feel unfinished and grindy.
  • story25 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered weak and lacking depth, with many players noting that it does not significantly enhance the overall experience. While some appreciate the moral themes and tactical elements, the narrative fails to engage, often feeling like an afterthought to the gameplay. Despite this, players are willing to overlook the story's shortcomings due to the enjoyable mechanics and the potential for user-generated content through the Steam Workshop.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “I will definitely carry on playing this game some more as I am determined to complete the story.”
    • “The storyline is good and it is a game of tactical approach.”
    • “The overall story isn't a mind-blowing one at all, but for the price of the game and the enjoyment of the gameplay, you can easily look beyond this. The game does not feature any game-breaking bugs; at least I have not encountered any during my time of playing.”
    • “The tutorial doesn't actually help you finish the first mission or explain why different things happen.”
    • “It's possible that some of my concerns are alleviated as the 'story' progresses, but I have zero interest in finding out.”
  • gameplay23 mentions

    The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring enjoyable mechanics and a charming co-op mode, but marred by extreme penalties for failure and some frustrating bugs. While the game offers a variety of levels with increasing difficulty and solid stealth mechanics, players have noted that the execution of these elements can be confusing and tedious. Overall, the game is accessible and fun, but its shortcomings in clarity and depth may detract from the experience for some players.

    • “Cute little game about stealing stuff, with simple rules but with some gameplay hurdles.”
    • “I found this game to be buggy and short; however, it has some charming gameplay and a fun co-op mode that we enjoyed playing through for about 6 hours or so.”
    • “Pros: the gameplay is fun and addictive, has a lot of levels for its current state, and the game gets harder the farther you get.”
    • “By the time you have learned the mechanics, you are thrown into tougher levels such as stealing from stores.”
    • “Well, it's not the concept or ways the game looks or feels that makes me not enjoy the game, it's more so that how the game's mechanics and gameplay elements were executed that annoyed me and made me dislike and uninstall the title.”
    • “Mini Thief is a poor attempt to make a 2D top-down stealth action game with GameMaker Studio; it looks like they ripped off a JRPG template and adjusted it to make a 'workable' stealth game. The gameplay itself is very simple, you move around copy-pasted houses, and after a while, the houses are basically the same.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    Overall, the graphics have received a mixed response; while many players appreciate the cool visuals and retro pixel art style, some find the screen size and lack of resolution options limiting. The combination of nostalgic 8-bit aesthetics and a good soundtrack is praised, but the absence of modern graphical adjustments has drawn criticism.

    • “I love the graphics, and the gameplay is fantastic.”
    • “I really like games with pixel graphics and nice 8-bit music.”
    • “Great graphics, great amount of items, good soundtrack!”
    • “Additionally, the screen and graphics are too small for me to see clearly.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The game's humor is characterized by a blend of campy references and lighthearted elements, such as quirky character names and amusing achievements, reminiscent of classic stealth games. While it maintains a funny tone, players also encounter challenging gameplay that contrasts with its comedic aspects, creating a unique experience that doesn't take itself too seriously.

    • “Humor and references - the game is not meant to be taken seriously. This can be noticed in the names of characters and achievements, as well as the cheesy/campy approach to the sprite work and little jokes here and there (Splinter Cell-esque night vision goggles, a cardboard box to hide from cameras, MGS style, etc.).”
    • “Use your incomparable stealth to finish this game and earn hilarious achievements.”
    • “It's very nice, very funny, but also really tough or even challenging sometimes.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its relaxing and nostalgic 8-bit style, complementing the pixel graphics and overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's quality, noting it enhances the enjoyment of the game.

    • “I really like games with pixel graphics and nice 8-bit music.”
    • “Great graphics, great amount of items, good soundtrack!”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game has been reported to have persistent glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience, indicating stability issues. Despite these problems, players still find enjoyment in its charming gameplay and co-op mode.

    • “But there are also a few glitches that I don't think have been solved since the beginning.”
    • “Not to mention the game can be pretty buggy at times.”
    • “I found this game to be buggy and short; however, it has some charming gameplay and a fun co-op mode that we enjoyed playing through for about 6 hours or so.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, primarily due to the reliance on consumable items rather than meaningful upgrades. This leads to a repetitive experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment and challenge, with many expressing concern over the game's mechanics and balance, especially in its early access state.

    • “The worst part though, is 99% of the items you actually need are consumable rather than upgrades, making the game more of a giant tedious grind rather than actually being fun or challenging.”
    • “Before anyone asks, I get that the game is in early access and not every small/indie developer gets full time to work on something, but that's no excuse to make a game with this many problems, broken mechanics, and tedious gameplay.”
    • “Even with the insurance item, it is still very hard for some levels to die less than twice, and it is very tedious to get all of the items that I had back.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Users express frustration with the game's lack of true replayability, citing the need to replay completed levels due to punitive mechanics that force them to redo tasks without offering meaningful engagement. This leads to a feeling of monotony rather than enjoyable replay value, as players are burdened with repetitive chores instead of fresh experiences.

    • “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly impact the story, encouraging multiple playthroughs to explore different outcomes.”
    • “With numerous side quests and hidden secrets, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making you want to dive back in for more.”
    • “The dynamic world changes based on your decisions, providing a unique experience every time you replay the game.”
    • “It's not fun when you have to play through levels again that have no replayability.”
    • “For example, you may need wire-cutting cables to get past laser wires. You buy them at a pawn shop after beating the mission beforehand. If you mess up, you lose any leftover money you had as well as any items you bought, meaning you can't progress without replaying areas you already beat. That's not replayability; that's the game giving you chores to do, which is not fun.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Mini Thief is criticized for its high price of around $5 USD, which many users feel is unjustified due to the game's defects and shortcomings, especially when compared to the abundance of free, higher-quality games available on Steam.

    • “Mini Thief has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $5 USD. It's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it seems designed to squeeze money out of players rather than provide a fair gaming experience.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
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