Thief Simulator

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Thief Simulator is a stealth-based game that allows players to assume the role of a burglar. Plan and execute various burglaries, from residential homes to corporate offices, using a variety of tools and techniques. Evade detection, avoid alarm systems, and sell stolen goods to make a profit, but be careful, as the police may be on your tail.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 19,142 reviews

story494 positive mentions

stability386 negative mentions

story
1,972 mentions
25 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story in "Thief Simulator" is generally viewed as basic and somewhat linear, primarily serving as a framework to guide players through various missions. While some players appreciate the engaging gameplay and the freedom to explore outside the main narrative, many feel the story is short and lacks depth, often reducing to repetitive tasks like stealing or breaking items. Overall, the game offers a fun experience, but the narrative could benefit from more complexity and length to enhance player engagement.
- “One of the best simulator games out there, great depth and actually a great story for a simulator game!”
- “I love this game so much: the graphics are good but not too good that your PC can't run it, the physics are good and the story is really good.”
- “The story is really fun, and there are several houses with stuff to steal when you've finished.”
- “The story is minimal.”
- “The story is pretty boring (though granted that's not what most people are here for).”
- “The story ends semi-quickly (I'm a novice and played 49 hours to finish the story), but if you're a completionist there's plenty more to do; there's also a DLC I haven't purchased yet that I'm sure adds a few more hours on.”
gameplay
1,500 mentions
35 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Thief Simulator" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging core mechanics, such as lock-picking and stealth, which create a satisfying thieving experience. However, criticisms often highlight the repetitive nature of the gameplay loop, clunky mechanics, and poor AI, leading to a sense of monotony over time. While the game offers a unique premise and enjoyable moments, it suffers from bugs and a lack of depth, making it more suitable for casual play rather than extended sessions.
- “Thief Simulator offers a rich and detailed gameplay experience, with a wide range of tools and techniques to master.”
- “The game's mechanics, such as lock-picking and stealth maneuvers, are well-executed and engaging.”
- “The core gameplay loop of breaking in, stealing stuff, pawning it off, and buying better tools to steal more stuff had me spending my whole weekend just stealing stuff.”
- “But after that, the repetitive game mechanics and poor AI makes it a dull game.”
- “The game is horrible to play and mechanics are poorly thought out.”
- “The gameplay loop quickly becomes repetitive, as you perform the same tasks of breaking into houses and stealing valuables over and over again.”
graphics
706 mentions
37 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are decent but not outstanding, often feeling outdated or lacking detail. While some appreciate the game's visual style and find it functional, others criticize it for poor optimization, low frame rates, and graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are serviceable, they fall short of modern standards and could benefit from significant improvements.
- “The game is very realistic and immersive, with detailed graphics, physics, and sound effects.”
- “Amazing game, amazing graphics and very strategical.”
- “This game is very well detailed, has fun content, great graphics!”
- “The graphics are lackluster, with environments feeling bland and uninspired.”
- “The graphics are completely outdated even for 2018.”
- “The core gameplay loop of thief simulator is fun and addicting but completely ruined by hideous graphics, glaring bugs, and terrible AI.”
stability
398 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The game is widely reported to be extremely buggy, with numerous glitches affecting gameplay, such as AI issues, objects disappearing, and players being detected through walls. While many players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, the bugs can significantly disrupt the experience, leading to frustration and immersion-breaking moments. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, with many recommending it only for those who are tolerant of such issues.
- “Gameplay is smooth, no glitches.”
- “This game runs great on a 2015 MacBook Air and I 100% support this wonderful game.”
- “Surprisingly no glitches, being I'm using a 6GB RAM laptop to run it, and fun as all get out I must say.”
- “This game is a buggy mess and has issues that really shouldn't be in a stealth game.”
- “The core gameplay (fun) is constantly interrupted by unfair, broken, buggy game (not fun).”
- “Game has been out for 5 years, stairs are still buggy, cop cars drive through walls into your hiding spot, guards keep walking on the same spot and tase you from a mile away.”
grinding
288 mentions
1 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
78 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly in later stages where tasks like dismantling cars and leveling up become monotonous. While some enjoy the grind as part of the experience, others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and a loss of interest. Overall, the game is seen as fun initially, but the grind can overshadow its appeal, making it feel more like a chore than an engaging gameplay experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The abundance of extremely tedious, unfun, and repetitive mini-games brings down what would be a really fun robbing system.”
- “When I had to start grinding and hitting the same houses over and over, it lost all joy.”
- “The game started out quite interesting, sneaking around, watching people, stealing stuff and selling it on... but in the end, it becomes undeniably tedious.”
humor
248 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, often stemming from quirky bugs and unexpected NPC behaviors. Many reviews highlight moments of absurdity, such as the comical ineptitude of security guards and the ridiculous situations that arise during gameplay, making the overall experience light-hearted and fun. Despite some frustrations with glitches, the humor adds a unique charm that keeps players engaged and amused.
- “I love how something funny happens when you throw bricks at NPCs.”
- “It's very funny that despite all the noise you make, if you just hide in a closet, security guards will be like 'seems ok, let's go back downstairs.'”
- “The fact I've broken more toilets than I have stolen paintings is hilarious to me.”
optimization
178 mentions
13 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including low frame rates, stuttering, and bugs, even on high-end systems. Users suggest that the game is poorly optimized for both PC and lower-end hardware, often recommending it only during sales due to these persistent technical problems. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable, the lack of optimization detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration and disappointment.
- “Awesome game, legends updated the game and fixed the performance issues <3”
- “Fun, awesome graphics and well optimized for lower end PCs.”
- “Great game runs smoothly on max settings recommend it!”
- “The performance is rubbish, where the i5-9600k cannot run this game at 'high' settings, since it is optimized horribly.”
- “Great game in theory but still broken with graphical glitches, way too bright with no option to turn this down and terrible performance for what it is on a way more powerful system than it should require.”
- “This is so far my most unoptimized game of all Steam games in my library.”
replayability
116 mentions
33 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players finding it highly enjoyable and fun, while others criticize it for lacking depth after initial playthroughs. Many appreciate features like New Game Plus and various modes that enhance replay value, but concerns about repetitive gameplay and limited content hinder its overall replayability. Overall, while some players report significant replay value, others feel it diminishes after completing the main objectives.
- “The game is very challenging and rewarding, with a lot of variety and replay value.”
- “The freedom to roam, explore, and choose my targets added depth and replay value.”
- “Even though the story is on the shorter side, it's a fun story and the game has great replay value with a different mode which changes all the tenant routines, but there's also a hard mode as well, along with an added special tool you unlock and can purchase.”
- “Was really a great game from the start but it doesn't save the game properly so you will lose your progress and the replay value for me is quite poor.”
- “The gameplay loop becomes extremely monotonous even as you progress and by the time you're done with the campaign, the only replay value is in achievement hunting.”
- “The mechanics are almost enjoyable, but replayability is non-existent.”
music
88 mentions
25 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the new soundtrack compared to the old one, describing it as repetitive and lacking in quality. While some found the stealth music effective in enhancing the gameplay experience, others criticized it for being bland and uninspired. Overall, the music serves its purpose but is often seen as a weak point in the game's atmosphere.
- “The suspense, the music when you're sneaking in the dark in a house while looking for those expensive goods.”
- “The soundtrack so far was nice, the stealth music fit the mood well as did the car radio.”
- “Very good game, the music that played when in a house whilst trying to go undetected added to the nerves of the game.”
- “The music is very basic but does its job where it counts.”
- “Good idea with hauntingly bad music, 0 effort voice acting, and an uninspired art style.”
- “The soundtrack is bland elevator music.”
monetization
16 mentions
13 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
88 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with users highlighting intrusive in-game advertisements and a reliance on microtransactions, leading to perceptions of it being a cash grab. Players express frustration over the developers' lack of accountability regarding advertising practices and unmet promises, ultimately discouraging recommendations for the game.
- “The game is free to play, but it does include microtransactions.”
- “It's great that the game is free, although there are microtransactions available.”
- “Its an okay game, but the publisher keeps spamming us with ads.”
- “But after their crooked bait and switch advertising, and zero follow through and passing the buck on providing VR as promised, I cannot recommend this game at all.”
- “This game is as sloppy and stinks of cash grabbing as it can be.”
atmosphere
14 mentions
29 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its well-designed environments and effective lighting, contributing to a polished and immersive experience. While the music enhances the overall ambiance, some players find the NPC animations and lack of voice acting to be generic, leading to a somewhat stiff feel. Despite minor bugs and questionable game mechanics, the atmosphere remains a highlight, making the game enjoyable and thrilling.
- “Enjoyable music, great overall atmosphere.”
- “I've played this once completely back in 2018 and now I'm downloading it again because of just how fun it was; it was scary and thrilling, and has the atmosphere of a polished game unlike others.”
- “Npcs have very generic and merely a few animations, there is hardly any voice acting in the game, the whole atmosphere in the game feels stiff as if you're playing a fanmade sandbox game.”
- “Mini and main stories to develop an actual atmosphere for the game.”
- “The environments are well-designed and detailed, and the lighting effects add to the overall atmosphere.”
character development
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while the game presents an engaging premise, it suffers from a lack of significant narrative depth and character development, leaving players wanting more in terms of storytelling and character arcs.
- “🤷‍♂️ Lack of narrative depth: While the game provides an engaging premise, it lacks significant narrative depth or character development.”
- “Lacks significant narrative depth or character development.”
- “Lacks significant narrative depth or character development.”
emotional
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized for its lack of engaging storytelling, with many players feeling that the narrative is merely a vehicle for monetization and skill progression rather than an emotionally resonant experience. This has led to a perception of the game as tedious and uninspiring.