Mini Thief

About

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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 193 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Mini Thief offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience with a charming retro pixel art style.
The game features a variety of levels and challenges that require strategic thinking and skillful execution.
Players can enjoy a sense of progression through upgrades and the ability to explore different strategies in heist missions.

The penalty for getting caught is too severe, resulting in the loss of all collected items and money, which can be frustrating.
The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor resolution options, making it unplayable for some users.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in content, with limited levels and a grindy progression system.

gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
49%
14%
The gameplay of "Mini Thief" is a blend of action-stealth and platforming, praised for its engaging mechanics and charming visuals, though it suffers from repetitive level design and a steep penalty for failure. While many players appreciate the well-developed stealth elements and the challenge they present, others criticize the execution of mechanics and controls, leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a fun experience with a solid foundation, but its shortcomings may deter some players from fully enjoying it.
- “Mini Thief's gameplay is one of its greatest strengths, offering an engaging combination of stealth and platforming challenges.”
- “The stealth mechanics are well-developed, allowing players to hide in the shadows, avoid detection, and use items creatively to achieve their objectives.”
- “Gameplay-wise, everything is great, and it feels very rewarding.”
- “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 (after a while, the houses are basically the same). Sometimes you will want to visit a shop to upgrade your stuff to pass tougher obstacles, but data shows nobody bothered to play the game to any deep extent, as this exists primarily as a trading card idle game.”
- “Whether it's poor design choices, mechanics that seem to force the player to do the opposite of stealthy thievery, or just clunky controls that make the (apparently necessary) slow and methodical approach unreasonably difficult.”
- “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 is what annoyed me and made me dislike and uninstall the title.”
story
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
73%
7%
The game's story is generally considered underwhelming, serving primarily as a backdrop to the stealth and gameplay mechanics rather than a compelling narrative. While players appreciate the context provided through dialogue and mission events, many feel that the story lacks depth and progression, with some suggesting it could benefit from more character development and a clearer narrative arc. Despite these criticisms, the engaging gameplay and variety of missions help to maintain player interest, making the overall experience enjoyable despite the story's shortcomings.
- “The story is told through dialogue, events, and clues found during missions, providing context for the player's actions.”
- “While the game's main focus is on stealth and platforming mechanics, the story adds an element of motivation and depth to the gameplay.”
- “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.”
- “It's possible that some of my concerns are alleviated as the 'story' progresses, but I have zero interest in finding out.”
- “So bad, only two levels, no story.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
41%
18%
The graphics of Mini Thief are characterized by vibrant and detailed pixel art, embracing a retro aesthetic that appeals to fans of classic stealth platformers. While the art style is praised for its charm and functionality, some players note limitations such as a lack of resolution options and small screen size, which can hinder visibility. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's engaging atmosphere, despite some technical drawbacks.
- “Mini Thief's graphic design is notable for its vibrant and detailed pixel art style.”
- “The game adopts a retro visual aesthetic that is both charming and functional, capturing the essence of classic stealth platformers with a modern twist.”
- “Developed by Stranga and Tommah, the game stands out for its vibrant pixel art graphic design, engaging gameplay, and captivating narrative.”
- “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.”
- “Additionally, the screen and graphics are too small for me to see clearly.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is characterized by its lighthearted and humorous approach to the stealth genre, featuring quirky character names, campy sprite work, and playful references to other games like Metal Gear Solid. While it offers a funny experience with amusing achievements, players also encounter challenging gameplay that adds depth to the humor. Overall, the blend of comedy and difficulty creates a unique and entertaining experience.
- “It has an interesting and funny approach to being a thief.”
- “Humor and references - the game is not meant to be taken seriously, which is evident in the names of characters and achievements, as well as the cheesy/campy approach to the sprite work and little jokes here and there (like Splinter Cell-esque night vision goggles and a cardboard box to hide from cameras, MGS style, etc.).”
- “Use your incomparable stealth to finish this game and earn hilarious achievements.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fun and upbeat nature, particularly the nostalgic 8-bit style that complements the pixel graphics. Many find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting, enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, there are some technical issues noted, such as music fading during gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is fun and boppy too.”
- “I really like games with pixel graphics and nice 8-bit music.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Gameplay (music faded away during the recording for some reason :c)”
- “Has decent music too.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, the game offers significant replayability through its diverse levels and the opportunity to experiment with various strategies. However, some players feel that certain mechanics can lead to frustrating repetition, as having to replay sections due to mistakes can detract from the enjoyment of the experience.
- “The ability to explore different routes and strategies adds depth and replayability to the game.”
- “However, the game’s high replayability is ensured by its variety of levels, the ability to experiment with different strategies, and the presence of additional challenges.”
- “Multiplayer and replayability”
- “It's not fun when you have to play through levels again that have no replayability.”
- “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.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, primarily due to the reliance on consumable items rather than meaningful upgrades. This leads to a frustrating experience where the grind overshadows the fun and challenge, with many expressing concerns about the game's mechanics and overall design, 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 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.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have persistent glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience, leading to a somewhat confusing gameplay. Despite these stability issues, 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.”
- “Buggy and confusing.”
- “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.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization of "Mini Thief" is criticized for its unrealistic price of around $5 USD, which many users feel is not justified given the game's defects and shortcomings. Players note that there are numerous free, higher-quality alternatives available on platforms like Steam, making the game's cost seem excessive.
- “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 pushes players to spend more money to enjoy basic features that should be included in the game.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many essential items are locked behind a paywall, making it difficult to progress without spending extra money.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its unique and expressive character design, which includes both the protagonist and enemies, contributing to a distinctive visual experience.
- “The characters, including the protagonist and enemies, are drawn in a unique and expressive style, which adds to the game’s atmosphere.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The richly detailed environments and dynamic weather effects contribute to a captivating atmosphere that draws you into the game world.”