Thief Simulator 2: Prologue
- May 3, 2023
- CookieDev
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamYou and a buddy robbed a mob. You lived a nice life until assassins burst into your house. They found you. You have to find the hidden contact with your friend and together somehow get out of trouble. Go wild in a typical American town. 4 houses are available for theft, all with different loot. Who knows what you'll find? More than 5 missions to complete (from robberies to planting suspicious …
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features improved graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics, making it a fun experience.
- New features like pickpocketing, drones, and a more interactive environment add depth to the gameplay.
- The prologue offers a solid introduction to the game, with many players expressing excitement for the full release.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and crashes, which can detract from the experience.
- Many players feel that the game is too similar to the first installment, lacking significant new content or improvements.
- Some mechanics, such as the AI behavior and lockpicking system, have been criticized for being clunky and frustrating.
- story45 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 87 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal, especially in the prologue, which some players found too short and lacking depth. While it retains elements from the first game, there are hopes for a more developed narrative in the full release. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the gameplay, allowing for exploration and side missions, but many players desire a richer and more engaging plot.
“Mechanics feel solid and the story is fresh.”
“The story was obviously short for the prologue, but it was a good one and let us know a good amount of details.”
“The full game will feature way more content, things like a full story, heists (a bank robbery), lots of new places to rob, sports cars, many new abilities, improved police behavior, and improved graphics.”
“Bro, this game sucks; so does the voice acting and story.”
“Perhaps this is related to the '80s and to the fact that this prologue offers a very barebones story.”
“It's going to be a slow 2-3 year development with only 1 area to steal from to start and only 1/4 to 1/3 of the story actually finished.”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it feels similar to its predecessor, Thief Simulator 1, featuring familiar mechanics like lockpicking and stealth elements. While some appreciate the new additions, such as third-person driving and pickpocketing, others criticize the gameplay for being shallow and repetitive, with various bugs and performance issues detracting from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the graphics and mechanics are generally praised, making it a fun, albeit flawed, experience for players.
“It's a fun game with nice graphics and mechanics!”
“The game’s mechanics are well-designed, and the player has a lot of freedom to explore the environment and complete missions at their own pace.”
“It features a lot of mechanics that make the game fun, like learning the routines of residents, marking cameras, lockpicking, and more.”
“Shallow gameplay.”
“The GUIs and gameplay mechanics are all, if not ripped from the first game, somehow even worse than the first game.”
“Pretty much the same as Thief Simulator 1... 90% same mechanics and tools, same quests, but performance is bad, looking and movement are weird. Open/closing things are buggy, scrolling the BlackBay is buggy, and the car is very buggy.”
- graphics25 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising them as impressive and polished compared to previous titles, while others criticize them as lacking innovation and still buggy. Some users highlight the beauty and high quality of the visuals, though a few express disappointment over the lack of significant improvements from earlier versions. Overall, the graphics are generally seen as a strong point, but there are calls for further enhancements.
“The game’s graphics are impressive, and the gameplay is engaging.”
“The visuals are better, and it just seems more high quality.”
“Great graphics, cool music and smooth gameplay.”
“Game kinda sucked, graphics are absolute garbage, the game had a lot of bugs (example: I had enough experience to level up but it would not let me level up).”
“Not really impressed.. I really loved the first one but years have passed, graphics are evolving, I hoped for something better than that.. I'll buy only if I can get my hands on it for under $10.”
“I don't care if it's a placeholder, you had years to come up with anything new, and instead used the exact same models and artwork from the first game on a 'new game'.”
- optimization11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 64 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with many players reporting significant stuttering, bugs, and poor performance even on high-end hardware. While some users noted that the game runs decently, the consensus is that it suffers from the same optimization issues as its predecessor, leading to a frustrating experience. A few players did mention a solid performance without bugs, but these instances appear to be exceptions rather than the norm.
“A solid game with no bugs or performance issues.”
“Performance is okayish but I feel like it should be more optimized.”
“Looks awful and is horribly optimized.”
“Horribly optimized, even with specs 10 times better than the recommended requirement and a lot of bugs and missing collision.”
“Pretty much the same thief simulator 1.. 90% same mechanics and tools, same quests, but performance is bad, looking and movement are weird.. open/closing things are buggy.. scrolling the blackbay is buggy.. car is very buggy.. I wanted to buy the game, but for sure I'll wait for them to fix the prologue first.”
- stability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability has received mixed feedback, with players noting various bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, such as freezing when changing graphics settings and issues with object collision. While some users report decent performance on lower-end hardware, many express concerns about the game's stability and the need for post-launch support to address these issues before fully recommending it.
“Runs great on my GTX 1050 Ti on medium settings, achieving around 30 FPS.”
“The game runs great, and despite encountering some bugs, like issues with saving, I'm really looking forward to the full version.”
“Not sure if this game is good or bad, but the new elements are fun. However, I cannot recommend it until they show that, unlike the first game, they will provide post-launch support since they let the first game remain a buggy mess.”
“When you try to change graphics settings, the game freezes.”
“It does have some issues, like minor bugs and glitches. Some things render very late, some objects don't have collision, and the road markings don't connect properly in some spots.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack has received high praise for its quality and catchiness, with users describing it as "bussin" and "fire." However, there are significant concerns regarding copyright claims, as players reported multiple instances of being flagged for using the in-game music during streams or videos, prompting a recommendation to mute the music entirely. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience, it poses potential issues for content creators.
“The music loops are really good!”
“Also, who made the music for this? It's so fire, what??”
“Great graphics, cool music, and smooth gameplay.”
“While I praised the soundtrack for being 'bussin', within 12 hours, I was copyright claimed 8 times for the music.”
“Anyone planning to stream or make videos of this game's full release should be wary and turn the in-game music and car radio to 'zero'.”
“Who made the music for this? It's so fire, what??”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the effort required. While some appreciate new features like drones and companions, the repetitive nature of the initial locations can feel tedious. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant commitment that may deter some players.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“I like the new things like drones and companions, but the initial location is too much like the one from the first part and it can be just tedious.”
“When the full version drops, I'm going to be grinding hard like it's the last thing I was destined to do on this godforsaken earth.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding amusement in both intentional comedic elements and unintentional bugs, such as malfunctioning micro cameras. The game encourages a lighthearted approach to unconventional pursuits, often playfully dubbing players with humorous titles that enhance the overall experience.
“Instead, they embraced my audacious endeavor, offering their unwavering support and humorously dubbing me the 'Robin Hood of stationery.'”
“While it may be unconventional or even controversial, with the right support and a touch of humor, even the most unexpected passions can bring joy, excitement, and a touch of adventure to our lives.”
“It's really good, but it has a few bugs that made me laugh.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, indicating that players feel exploited and that the game's financial practices are overly aggressive.
“What a terrible cash grab.”
“The monetization system feels exploitative and unfair.”
“It's frustrating how much you have to spend to enjoy the game fully.”
