The Burglar Makes a Comeback in The Sims 4 After a Decade of Fan Requests

The Sims 4 has been around for ten years now, but fans of the earlier games in the series will remember the fun and chaos brought by the burglar. One of the biggest thrills in The Sims games is the unexpected surprises, ranging from kitchen fires to meteors crashing into your house. Among these surprises is the burglar, and this character is making a notable comeback with a free update released today.

Players of The Sims have long been asking for the return of the burglar. This character was a favorite feature in the first three games, and many players created custom content to add them back into the game on their own.

The burglar, who is humorously named Robin Banks, is a sneaky character who prefers to strike during the night. If your Sim is a night owl, there’s a chance you can call the police to catch her in the act. The game also provides burglar alarms that your Sims can purchase and upgrade, making them more effective in stopping thieves. According to a developer diary, there are 50 different reactions that Sims can display when faced with a burglar, ranging from attempting to fight Robin to using a freeze ray to stop her in her tracks.

In a fun twist, players can choose to befriend or even woo Robin Banks, making her a part of their household. If you manage to make her a roommate or if she meets a tragic end, the game will replace her with another Sim who shares similar traits.

Interestingly, there’s a good amount of compatibility with other expansion packs in the game. For example, if you have the Cats and Dogs expansion, you can simply get a dog to chase Robin away. Meanwhile, a werewolf can frighten the burglar into leaving, and if you have a vampire in your household, they might just enjoy the late-night snack that comes with an intruder. This kind of interaction is a positive direction for The Sims 4 as a whole.

Looking ahead, there’s also an upcoming expansion titled Businesses and Hobbies, which promises to continue this trend of integrating past features with new content. This expansion is set to be released on March 6.

Overall, the return of the burglar adds an exciting element to the gameplay, and it’s clear that fans are thrilled to see this beloved character back where she belongs. Whether you want to see what chaos she can bring or if you prefer to find a way to stop her, the game gives you plenty of options to enjoy this unique character.