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Thief Simulator 2: Prologue

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84%Game Brain Score
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84% User Score Based on 482 reviews

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Thief Simulator 2: Prologue is a single player and multiplayer open world simulation game. It was developed by CookieDev and was released on May 3, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

You 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 …

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 482 reviews
gameplay10 positive mentions
optimization7 negative mentions
  • The game offers fun and engaging stealth and thievery mechanics with a variety of tools like drones, pickpocketing, and lockpicking that add depth to gameplay.
  • Graphics have been noticeably improved from the first game, and the atmosphere with sound and music is well done, creating an immersive experience.
  • The prologue provides a good preview of the full game with a decent amount of content for a free demo, and the developer is active in improving and updating the game.
  • The game is criticized for repetitive gameplay and mission variety which can make experiences feel monotonous over time.
  • Numerous bugs, glitches, and technical issues such as crashes, poor optimization, and awkward AI behavior diminish the overall experience.
  • Lack of features such as full controller support, save systems, and some questionable design choices including robotic voice acting and inconsistent world details frustrate players.
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Thief Simulator 2 offers familiar stealth mechanics and various thieving tools that provide a fun and immersive experience, though it largely mirrors its predecessor without significant innovation. While some new features like pickpocketing and upgraded mechanics add variety, the core gameplay can feel repetitive, with occasional bugs and minor frustrations. Overall, it delivers solid, enjoyable stealth gameplay but lacks fresh depth and polish.

    • “It gives a solid taste of what the full game offers — smooth stealth mechanics, fun tools, and satisfying heists.”
    • “The gameplay in "Thief Simulator 2: Prologue" offers nearly limitless possibilities.”
    • “It features a lot of mechanics that make the game fun, like learning the routines of residents, marking cameras, lockpicking and more.”
    • “Thief Simulator 2 aims to immerse you in the covert world of professional burglary, but it ultimately succumbs to a tedious and repetitive gameplay loop.”
    • “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 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.”
  • story
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as minimal or underdeveloped, with many users noting that the prologue offers a brief, somewhat repetitive narrative that lacks depth and variety. While some appreciate the setup and elements reminiscent of the original game, many feel the story is basic, short, and overshadowed by gameplay issues. Overall, players are looking forward to a more expanded and polished story in the full release.

    • “Mechanics feel solid and the story is fresh.”
    • “The first thief simulator game was great, in my opinion, and I played through the story multiple times.”
    • “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.”
    • “I give a thumbs down to this free prologue as well; I couldn't even finish it because the second house you're asked to break into requires a lockpick. Even though I have the lockpick skill unlocked at that point, it does not allow you to buy a lockpick in the shop since it shows the lockpick as locked. Because of that, you can't finish the second mission of the prologue.”
    • “Then again, I know it's a prologue, and it's meant to be short, but I still wished the story didn't take just 10 minutes to complete.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics receive mixed feedback, with many praising the realistic and improved visuals compared to the original, enhancing immersion and atmosphere. However, some users find the graphics underwhelming or buggy, and a few note minimal improvements and reused assets from the previous game. Overall, while graphical quality is generally seen as a step up, it still has room for polish and optimization.

    • “The game's graphics feature a realistic style that helps immerse players in the atmosphere of thievery and creates a sense of tension while completing missions.”
    • “The graphics are much better than the first game as well as the responsiveness.”
    • “Big improvement graphic wise from the first.”
    • “Game kinda sucked, graphics are absolute garbage, the game had a lot of bugs (example: I had enough exp to level up but it would not let me level up).”
    • “When you try and change graphics settings, the game freezes.”
    • “Graphics haven't gotten much better while having the same mechanics without improving them.”
  • optimization
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Optimization for the game receives mixed feedback, with several users reporting poor optimization, stuttering, bugs, and performance issues even on high-end hardware. However, some players experience stable performance without major problems. Overall, the optimization appears inconsistent and in need of improvement.

    • “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.”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Grinding in Thief Simulator 2 is widely seen as tedious and repetitive, requiring significant time and effort that can feel overwhelming. While new features like drones add some interest, the gameplay loop and locations can make the progression feel monotonous.

    • “Thief Simulator 2 aims to immerse you in the covert world of professional burglary, but it ultimately succumbs to a tedious and repetitive gameplay loop.”
    • “I like the new things like drone and companion 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 hard grinding it like it's the last thing I was destined to do on this godforsaken earth.”
  • stability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game shows promise with fun new elements but suffers from various bugs and performance issues such as freezing, rendering glitches, and buggy interactions. Stability concerns are heightened by a lack of confidence in post-launch support, especially given the problematic state of the first game. Overall, players recommend waiting for fixes before fully investing.

    • “Runs great on my GTX 1050 Ti on medium settings, maintaining around 30 FPS.”
    • “The game runs great, and if I get past the bugs I encountered, like not saving the game, I'm really looking forward to the full version.”
    • “When you try to change graphics settings, the game freezes.”
    • “Performance is bad, looking and movement are weird, opening/closing things are buggy, scrolling the blackbay is buggy, and the car is very buggy.”
    • “It has issues like minor bugs and glitches, some things render very late, some objects lack collision, and road markings don't connect properly in some spots.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, blending clever wit and lighthearted moments, including amusing bugs and playful character interactions. This comedic approach adds charm and enjoyment, making unconventional or unexpected scenarios feel engaging and fun.

    • “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.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music is highly praised for being catchy and well-produced, enhancing the overall gaming experience with its engaging loops and complementing the smooth gameplay and graphics.

    • “Also, who made the music for this? It's so fire!”
    • “The music loops are really good!”
    • “Great graphics, cool music, and smooth gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's realistic graphics and well-crafted sound design effectively immerse players in a tense, mysterious atmosphere that enhances the feeling of thievery and danger during missions.

    • “The game's graphics feature a realistic style that helps immerse players in the atmosphere of thievery and creates a sense of tension while completing missions.”
    • “The sound design is also well-crafted, creating an atmosphere filled with danger and mystery.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game evokes a sense of cleverness and satisfaction, making players feel skilled and mentally engaged, akin to performing a precise and intricate task like surgery.

  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization is widely criticized for being excessive and focused on cash grabbing, negatively impacting the overall experience.

    • “What a terrible cash grab.”
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Thief Simulator 2: Prologue is a open world simulation game.

Thief Simulator 2: Prologue is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Thief Simulator 2: Prologue.

Thief Simulator 2: Prologue was released on May 3, 2023.

Thief Simulator 2: Prologue was developed by CookieDev.

Thief Simulator 2: Prologue has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Thief Simulator 2: Prologue for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Thief Simulator 2: Prologue is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Thief Simulator, Thief Simulator 2, Thief Simulator VR, Picklock, American Theft 80s and others.